Kingsley Umechiedo (ACA)

Experience

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  Zenith Bank Plc

  Apr 2018 - May 2022

  • Ensured compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.• Recommended and implemented improvements to enhance control effectiveness.• Evaluated internal control systems to identify weaknesses and inefficiencies.• Developed and executed comprehensive audit plans, including risk assessments and scoping.• Conducted audits of various business processes, including financial, operational, and compliance audits.• Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, such as AML/CFT regulations.• Conducted value-for-money audits of major capital expenditures and projects.• Collaborated with various departments (Credit Risk Management, Treasury, IT) to ensure effective and efficient audit execution.• Communicated audit findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to management.• Identified opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Show less

  • Internal Auditor

    Jan 2020 - May 2022

  • Operations Associate

    Apr 2018 - Dec 2019
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  Keystone Bank Limited

  Jul 2022 - Aug 2023

  E-Channels and Payments Control Analyst

  • Conducted daily reconciliations of various payment channels, including Quick Teller, Airtime Top-up, Mastercard, Visa card, Remita, POS, WEB, Etranzact, NAPS, and NIP accounts.• Monitored e-channel transactions to identify suspicious activity and potential fraud.• Utilized automation tools like MS SQL and Excel to streamline reconciliation processes and improve accuracy.• Ensured adherence to Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) guidelines and industry best practices.• Conducted periodic reviews of channel performance to identify operational and compliance issues.• Reviewed process flows to identify control gaps and recommend improvements.• Liaised with vendors to ensure the quality of e-channel services.• Developed and maintained automated reports to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for improvement.• Analyzed data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks.• Provided insights and recommendations to management to improve operational efficiency and risk management. Show less

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  Standard Bank Group

  Aug 2023 - now

  Internal Auditor

  • Collaborated with business leaders to identify key risks and develop comprehensive audit plans.• Conducted audits in accordance with internal audit standards and methodologies.• Utilized audit software to efficiently analyze data and identify anomalies.• Assessed the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.• Identified control weaknesses and recommended improvements.• Prepared clear and concise audit reports, summarizing findings, recommendations, and management action plans.• Communicated audit findings effectively to management and other stakeholders.• Leveraged automation tools (e.g., SQL scripting) to streamline audit processes and improve data quality.• Performed fraud risk assessments and investigations as needed.• Collaborated with business units to implement process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.• Contributed to the development and improvement of internal audit standards and methodology. Show less