Experience

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  Bdo sierra leone

  Feb 2009 - Jun 2019

  Manager- audit and assurance

  Audit ManagerManaged audit teams, leading the planning and execution of audits for clients in various sectors, including banking, development, and government.Conducted in-depth reviews of financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS, IPSAS, and local regulations.Evaluated internal controls, identified risks, and provided actionable recommendations for improving financial operations.Fostered strong client relationships, providing strategic insights, timely audit reports, and addressing client queries.Audit StaffAssisted in planning and executing audits, including fieldwork, financial record reviews, and testing of internal controls.Prepared financial statements and working papers to support audit conclusions.Documented audit findings, identified discrepancies, and communicated with clients to resolve issues. Show less

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  Evans (arcadia group ltd)

  Jun 2013 - Oct 2014

  Sales assistant
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  Unops

  Jun 2019 - now

  Lead the implementation of operational strategies and provide financial portfolio management support for global projects.Oversee the preparation and monitoring of budgets, financial reporting, and control mechanisms for effective financial management.Manage treasury functions, accounting processes, and payments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations.Drive knowledge building and sharing to enhance team performance and support organizational learning. Led the planning, implementation, and evaluation of operational strategies and procedures for project delivery.Managed budget preparation, cash flow, treasury operations, and control of accounts and payments, ensuring financial integrity.Coordinated donor reporting, stakeholder engagement, and audit preparedness for multiple international projects.Promoted knowledge management practices and provided technical support to cross-functional teams.

  • Senior Finance Officer

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Senior Finance Analyst

    Jun 2019 - Jan 2023