 I handle all financial matters relating to the Country program Effectively prepared 90% of program budgets and budget modification of about $50m. Created budget to support new program grant and contract proposal for in the country program and those of the WCA/Subregion. I make cash forecast/projection and request and management the account receivables for grants Conducted periodic pipeline and burn rate analyses, audits of actual expenses and budget-to-actual comparisons for discussion and monitoring with the Global team.  Ensuring the timely and accurate processing and review of all payroll transactions, assuring compliance with established employment agreements and modifications. Ensure that all grants received are properly accounted and share donor monthly reports. Key player in the drafting of Financial Agreement with the state partners for the disbursement and accountability of funds for program implementation. Provide capacity building to colleagues for change management in order to adapt to new processes, learning needs and opportunities. Ensured the integrity of financial transactions in the organization through the application of internal control frameworks, ensuring compliance before effecting payments. Overseeing project audit and financial statements as required by local laws.  Management of payments and e-banking applications to ensure timely payments to beneficiaries  I carry quarterly vendor reconciliation with follow-up on Operations team for the payment of all outstanding invoices before the next quarter. Work collaboratively in the monthly and yearly closing of accounts and foster the financial statements consolidation.  Carry out annual inventory counts and asset verification Leading the preparation and submission of quarterly financial reports, accrual and other reports required under the contract

 I provide leadership to the statutory audit and to the audit team in identifying gaps in existing internal control systems and provide recommendations to strengthen them Led 2018 audit and successfully cleared the findings in the management letter. Led the development of a comprehensive audit strategy and operational plan to address key risks, improve efficiencies, and enhance effectiveness across all lines of business. Developed an integrated approach for managing risk by integrating internal controls with financial reporting processes. Assessed the weaknesses of internal controls within under COSO the 2nd week of assumption which reduced potential revenue leakages to the barest minimum.  Developed Sales Forecast Template using trend analysis Developed key Performance Index (KPI) for both HQ & branches using sales metrics Reduced the timing of financial reports from 1 month to 1 weeks after month end using Advanced Excel Financial Modelling Developed asset register (AR) for all assets acquired to date and linked the AR to the fixed asset schedule Implemented a mechanism for monitoring of 13 branches from HQ Piloted warehousing module in QuickBooks to capture intra-branch transfers of stocks

 I was the technical reference for grant management, budget and donor reporting Produced financial reports for donors and government in line with internal policies, and Nigerian laws. Managed financial systems to ensure transparency, accountability and accuracy of all financial data Coordinated input for the annual budgeting process with the Country Director  Being responsible for quality and timely accounting for the whole mission e.g. cash procedures, bank accounts, receipts and supporting documents, electronic data entry, monthly closing process and documents, ensuring stricture to deadlines I play a critical role in the areas of tax compliance and reporting Provide on-the-job trainings, supervises and mentor Finance and Administrative staff I ensured that project expenditure is done in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, policies and donors’ cost principles  I work with Finance and Operations to gather audit request support documents

 Management of government grant and accountability of project portfolio for federal government assisted students (FGAS) Prepared grant proposal for government and private grants and reconcile all grant records. Worked collaboratively with the Bursar in managing government grants/awards of scholarship to FGAS and addressing major strategic issues that had impact on the University's long-term strategic goals.  Researched current and new vendors to understand product/service availability, delivery time and cost effectiveness. Created forecast of demand for subsequent requirements I determined the purchase plan according to incoming requests, re-order level, product availability (shortages/surpluses), delivery times, budgets and other relevant factors. Received all approved Request for Service/ Goods, verifying that all necessary information is provided, appropriate authorizations are secured and process those requests on timely manner. Reviewed bids, prepare bid analysis, issue purchase order and organized bid review committees in a competitive manner.  Developed, aligned and drove strategic projects to improve procurement processes, tools, and efficiencies, e.g. annual hostel renovations. Sourced for quality materials – stationery, building, electrical, plumbing & cleaning materials for the university.

 Prepared monthly and annual Financial Statement consolidation, pass journal entries & implement audit recommendations. Managed the University Investment Portfolios Ensuring statutory tax remittances and compliances. Prepared Cash Flow Statement projects and quarterly performance reports Review of transactions posted to SAGE ERP and close out all pending items in general ledger Prepared PARETO ANALYSIS of all expenditure for prioritization decision-making by the Council

 Prepared budget, cost control, financial control and cash flow management. Ensured implementation of high standards of financial controls and reporting Ensure all expenditures are tracked in the vote book before payments Prepared variance analysis reports to ensure all key financial objectives were met. Evaluated and ensured strict adherence to budget by performing monthly/annual budget to actual analysis Prepared reports for management as required and maintained daily cash position and cash forecast analysis to ensure maximization of funds usage.

 Managed the university payroll of over 300 staff and ensuring prompt remittances of statutory deductions Designed a spreadsheet template for tracking unretired cash advanced which recovered over N1,000,000.00 advance retirements Managed the investment portfolio of the University and generated over N100m interests from fixed deposits over a period of 5 years through best deals  Managed the university funds and advise on liquidity positions thus ensuring efficient treasury management Implemented an effective fixed asset management for the organization. Managed all treasury books of accounts Reconciled over 15 bank accounts of the University