Amarachi Tony-Ubah
Lekki
Summary
A dynamic investment professional with a proven track record at African Capital Alliance (ACA), managing assets over $500 million and driving significant value creation. With over 3 years of experience in financial modeling, portfolio management, and value creation, I excel in leveraging industry analysis for high-stakes investment decisions and fostering investor relations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Investment Analyst, Private Equity
African Capital Alliance (ACA)
03.2023 - Current
- Provided analytical support in enhancing investment decisions and managed the performance of FMCG and energy-sector assets, overseeing a portfolio valued at over $500 million
- Provided technical support on the exit processes for key investments, securing competitive returns for stakeholders through strategic routes
- Executed due diligence and valuation analyses for multiple energy-sector deals, including renewable energy projects and infrastructure investments
- Collaborated with advisory teams and bidders during exit negotiations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
- Spearheaded value creation initiatives, enhancing portfolio company operations and driving improvement in cash flow
- Partnered with C-suite executives to develop long-term growth strategies, enabling portfolio companies to adapt to macroeconomic challenges
Investment Analyst, Venture Capital
The Oak Capital
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Conducted market research and due diligence for pre-seed and seed-stage investments, identifying high-potential technology enabled startups in sectors such as fintech, logistics, and healthcare
- Built detailed financial models to evaluate investment opportunities and returns analysis
- Monitored portfolio companies' performance and provided strategic recommendations to founders and executive teams
Tax Associate
Board of Internal Revenue Service, Cross River
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of client financial data to prepare accurate and compliant income tax returns, incorporating detailed tax research
- Prepared and delivered precise tax documentation for individual and corporate tax filings, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements
- Collaborated with clients to evaluate and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement
Audit Intern
KPMG Nigeria
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Prepared and reconciled general ledger entries within tight deadlines
- Provided administrative support and facilitated client communications, streamlining workflows and enhancing auditor efficiency
- Leveraged audit software to record and document adjustments in financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
Education
B.Sc. - Accounting and Finance
Lancaster University
Lancaster, UK07-2019
A’ Levels -
Oxbridge Tutorial College
06-2016
Skills
- Financial modeling
- Valuation analysis
- Industry analysis
- Financial statement analysis
- Value creation initiatives
- Investor relations
- Fundraising
Certification
- Bloom Initiative for Empowering Youth, 2015
- CFI Accounting Principles and Standards
- CFI Professional Ethics
- CFI Business Intelligence
- CFI Financial Modeling
Accomplishments
- Came top in Nigeria for A ‘Levels Sociology - 2016
- Oxbridge Tutorial College Honours roll A ‘Levels - 2016
- 3-time Provost list in Accounting and Finance, Lancaster University - 2016 -2019
- Recognized as a speaker at the AdvanceSHE Career Mapping event - Guided young finance professionals in career development and skills enhancement, contributing to over 15 mentees' successful career transitions
Hobbies
- Research & Writing
- Travelling
- Social media management
Affiliations
- Event planning and co-ordination
- Professional development - participant in AVCA Exit Masterclass 2024
- Active member of the ACA Book Club
- Volunteer as a facilitator for the Ethical Living Project by Enactus
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Investment Analyst, Private Equity
African Capital Alliance (ACA)
03.2023 - Current
Investment Analyst, Venture Capital
The Oak Capital
07.2021 - 02.2023
Tax Associate
Board of Internal Revenue Service, Cross River
12.2019 - 10.2020
Audit Intern
KPMG Nigeria
07.2018 - 09.2018
B.Sc. - Accounting and Finance
Lancaster University
A’ Levels -
Oxbridge Tutorial College
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