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Columbus OH PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLE LINKEDIN LINK AVAILABLEExperienced finance professional with expertise in controlling, financial analysis, auditing, and team leadership across diverse sectors. Proficient in financial management, data analytics, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of implementing financial strategies that drive profitability, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Strong communication and collaboration skills with a focus on delivering value to stakeholders.EDUCATIONMaster of Business Administration (Concentrations: Finance, Data Analytics, Risk Management) May 2024Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OHBachelor of Science with Honors in Accounting and Finance October 2016Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra LeonePROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/CERTIFICATIONSCertified Public Accountants (CPA)-USA Candidate September 2024Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) UK Advanced Diploma December 2018 December 2021Microsoft Office Suite Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word, OutlookQuickBooks CertifiedSKILLSFinancial Management: Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Audit Compliance, General Ledger Reconciliation.Data Analytics: Pivot Tables, Power Query& Dashboards, Macros & VBA, VLOOKUP, Index Matching, Financial Modeling.Technical Skills: Advanced Excel, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, QuickBooks, Financial Systems Integration.Leadership: Team Management, Cross-Department Collaboration, Training & Development.Compliance: IFRS, GAAP, Risk Management, Tax Regulations, Fraud Detection.EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUNDMarker Investment LLC- Columbus, Ohio March 2023- PresentProperty AccountantPrepare Journal entries and maintain general ledger in the property management accounting software.Helped with the successful integration of an acquisition and ensuring smooth transition and maximizing value for stakeholders.Reconcile monthly bank statements and prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements.Conducted accounting analyses and applied appropriate treatments for various transactions.Managed accounts payable/receivable and processed cash receipts, bank deposits, and reconciliations.Assisted in annual operating budget preparation and supported management with special projects.Rickma Fishing Co SL Ltd Freetown, Sierra LeoneFinance & Compliance Manager June 2022 Dec 2022Developed a strategic financial plan aligned with business objectives, driving profitability and growth.Managed successful completion of an audit with no major findings, ensuring strong financial controls.Reduced operational costs by 25% through in-depth financial data analysis and process improvements.Supervised financial reporting, compliance, and tax reconciliations, while overseeing cash flow forecasting.Negotiated a $500,000 line of credit, supporting growth initiatives and improving financial stability.United Bank for Africa Freetown, Sierra Leone February 2019 to May 2022Team Lead Internal AuditParticipated in the formulation, design, and revision of the banks corporate Audit strategy.Led comprehensive audits of financial statements, identifying areas for control improvements.Recovered $100,000 in misappropriated funds by leading a fraud investigation and implementing preventive controls.Implemented audit management software, increasing efficiency by 30% and reducing errors by 20%.Spearheaded risk management and compliance initiatives, resulting in a 25% reduction in regulatory violations.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new policies and procedures that improved risk management and compliance, resulting in a 25% reduction in compliance violations and a 35% decrease in risk exposure.Developed and implemented a cost-saving initiative that resulted in a 10% reduction in the department's budget.Prepared Audit Reports for the board Audit Committee.Skye Bank (SL) Ltd Freetown, Sierra Leone January 2018 to January 2019Assistant Finance ControllerPerformed financial analysis, boosting profit margins by 15% through operational efficiencies.Coordinated year-end audits, prepared schedules, and ensured regulatory compliance with zero infractions.Assisted with regulatory liaison to ensure zero tolerance on regulatory infraction.Provided financial analysis and insights that informed key business decisions, such as pricing strategies, product development, and expansion.Participated in the implementation of new financial systems and processes, increasing reporting efficiency by 20%.Assisted the controller in managing the banks annual budgeting, quarterly financial forecasting, identifying trends and making recommendations for financial performance improvement.Helped manage annual budgeting and quarterly financial forecasting, identifying trends and making recommendations for financial performance improvement.Prepared general ledger postings and financial statements and analyses in line with GAAP, IFRS and other regulatory guidelines.Skye Bank (SL) Ltd Freetown, Sierra Leone July 2017 to December 2017Assistant Human Resource ManagerImplemented employee engagement and performance evaluation strategies, increasing retention by 25%.Planned and drove human resource development, learning and career management processes to develop employee potential and enhanced their full capabilities in line with Banks focus.Ensured employee adherence to performance management processes and worked with department managers to ensure periodic target- setting/appraisal exercises, to achieve focus, accountability, and productivity.Managed payroll for over three hundred employees and ensured compliance with IAS 19 standards and regulations.Lasting Initiative for Empowerment Freetown, Sierra Leone May 2015 to June 2017Finance OfficerAssisted in budget preparation, payroll management, and supplier payments.Maintained accurate financial records, prepared payment vouchers, and performed cash book reconciliations.Prepared payment vouchers for trainings and workshops organized and making payments to participants during trainings and workshops in the field.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONReferences: Available on request.Languages: Fluent in EnglishAvailability: Willing to relocate |
