Snehashish Barua, FCA, founding partner of Snehashish Mahmud & Co. (SMAC), has officially joined the Board of Directors of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) PLC as an Independent Director.
The appointment was formalized during the DSE’s 1109th Board meeting held on Tuesday. This follows the formal approval from the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) on February 9.
A Distinguished Professional Career
Mr. Barua is a highly respected Chartered Accountant with over two decades of experience across financial management, corporate finance, audit, and governance. His professional credentials and contributions include:
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Professional Memberships: Fellow Member (FCA) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and an Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
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National Policy Roles: Member of the National Tax Structure Task Force (2025) and a review committee member for the Income Tax Act (ITA) 2023.
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Educational Impact: Faculty member at ICAB, an authorized tutor for ICAEW, and a trainer for esteemed institutions including Bangladesh Bank, Dhaka University, and the DSE.
Global Expertise and Training
Mr. Barua brings a wealth of international exposure to the DSE, having received advanced professional training from global giants such as KPMG (Thailand and Oman), Chevron, and Kaplan (UK). His deep understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and regulatory frameworks is expected to be a major asset for the exchange.
Leadership Expectations
Welcoming the new director, DSE Chairman Mominul Islam highlighted Mr. Barua’s reputation for professional integrity and multidimensional expertise.
“His long-standing experience in financial management and corporate governance has created a solid foundation of trust. We believe his leadership will significantly strengthen financial discipline and transparency within the capital market,” said the Chairman.
The DSE Board expressed confidence that Mr. Barua’s inclusion will play a vital role in reinforcing good governance and enhancing the operational efficiency of the country’s premier bourse.
