Gloria Ulelu
Abuja,Federal Capital Territory
Summary
A seasoned professional in the realms of audit, taxation, accounting, finance, and administration, boasting a proven track record in the accounting industry. Proficient in Accounts Payable and Receivable, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, and Saga. Possessing a robust educational background with a bachelor's degree in Business Management and a Master's in Business Administration specializing in finance and investment.
Dedicated to delivering excellence and contributing to the success of dynamic organizations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Coordinator, Finance and Operations (Africa
ONE Campaign
05.2023 - Current
- Coordinated seamless office operations with assistance of in-country program assistants
- Led negotiations with landlords, vendors, and service providers to optimize cost-effective office and building support systems
- Managed day-to-day financial processes, encompassing accounts payable, procurement, expense processing, banking, cash flow management, and fund requests
- Supported Senior Finance and Operations Manager, Africa (SFOM) with month-end close activities, conducting bank and credit card reconciliations and processing accounting transactions
- Oversaw payroll processing and deductions for office-based staff, liaising with relevant ONE staff and external providers
- Assisted SFOM and Country Director in budget management, including responding to team inquiries and monitoring expenses
- Supported implementation of HR processes, policies, and statutory employment file maintenance in partnership with regional HR lead
- Collaborated with HR lead on recruitment, onboarding, and staff benefits, including liaison with external providers
- Ensured compliance with country regulations and ONE's operational procedures in partnership with regional Legal lead
- Supported implementation of contract administration processes and policies in collaboration with Legal and programmatic leads
- Coordinated with regional Legal on board meetings, corporate filings, and governance matters
- Liaised with external IT contractors and local suppliers to coordinate office IT needs, troubleshooting, and equipment setup
- Supported Global Operations team priorities, projects, and communication initiatives
- Participated in regular meetings as member of Global Operations Team
- Provided operations support for country team projects, events, conferences, and travel arrangements.
- Completed monthly payroll for employees within African region.
Senior Finance and Administration Officer (USAID Nigeria Monitoring Project)
Management Systems International
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Collaborated closely with Finance and Administration Manager to devise operational work plans, monthly budgets, and implementation strategies in alignment with project objectives.
- Ensured seamless project financial transactions and implementation of project accounting activities, including accurate and timely submission of Financial Expense Reports (FER), bank and cash reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations to Project Management (PM) team for each reporting period.
- Processed payment request forms and obtained approvals for payment vouchers.
- Monitored expenditures, upheld budgets, and supervised fund disbursement.
- Facilitated preparation of travel advances, per diem, and reimbursements.
- Ensured adherence to monthly budget for all expenditures.
- Conducted reconciliation of advances, meticulously reviewing receipts, coding expenses on general voucher, and entering data into QuickBooks
- Prepared for external auditors' visits and ensured effective implementation of audit findings and recommendations.
- Provided support for procurement of goods and services, adhering to Management Systems International and USAID procurement guidelines.
- Reviewed contract agreements, Blank Purchase agreements, and other pertinent documents before vendor payments.
- Coordinated inventory and asset management across all field offices.
- Managed logistics and arrangements for meetings, retreats, and workshops.
Finance Coordinator Assistant
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted Finance Coordinator in managing various mission-related tasks including budgeting, accounting, treasury functions, reporting, auditing procedures, and legal financial obligations.
- Ensured strict adherence to MSF standards, including charts of account, document quality, expense validation procedures, and cash security protocols.
- Processed payments and meticulously reviewed receipts and supporting documents to maintain quality standards.
- Recorded data in accounting software such as SAGA and conducted monthly closing procedures for journals.
- Monitored rental/service contracts and insurance dates, coordinating payments and renewals as needed.
- Stepped in for other members of Finance/Accounting Manager or Project Administration Assistants during their absences upon request.
Audit Assistant
Olaolu Olabimtan & Company (Chartered Accountants)
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Maintained fixed asset register, debtors, and creditors ledgers.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Balanced client ledger and prepared trial balance and financial statements.
- Contributed as team member in statutory audits, forensic investigations, and tax audit engagements.
- Verified and ensured arithmetic accuracy of entries and compliance with authorization protocols.
- Reviewed internal controls over transactions and procedures.
- Prepared draft audited financial accounts and management letters following each audit exercise.
- Ensured timely remittance and filing of monthly and annual taxes.
Education
Master of Business Administration (Finance & Investment) -
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria 01.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science in Business Management -
University of Jos
Plateau State, Nigeria 01.2006 - 10.2010
Diploma in Business Administration -
University of Jos
Plateau State, Nigeria 01.2004 - 10.2005
Skills
Budgeting and Forecasting: Proficient in developing and managing budgets, conducting variance analysis to monitor actual performance against projections
Grant Management: Skilled in overseeing grant budgets, monitoring grant expenditures, and ensuring compliance with grant terms and conditions
Financial Reporting: Adept at preparing comprehensive financial statements, including the statement of financial position, statement of activities, and statement of cash flows using various accounting software
Cash Flow Management: Experienced in effectively managing cash flow, forecasting cash needs, and developing projections to maintain financial stability and liquidity
Tax Compliance: Well-versed in tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements pertinent to nonprofit operations, encompassing corporate taxes, income taxes, VAT, withholding taxes, and payroll taxes
Financial Software Proficiency: Proficient in utilizing accounting software such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, and Xero for efficient financial record-keeping and management
Internal Controls: Experienced in establishing and monitoring internal controls to protect assets, prevent fraud, and ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting
Audit Preparation and Management: Skilled in coordinating the annual financial audit process, preparing audit schedules, and liaising with external auditors to facilitate a seamless audit process and ensure timely completion of audit reports
Certification
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA) – (Student member)
Professional Referees
- Nada Abdalla, Finance Coordinator, Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium (MSF), 249912160503, nadaabdalla1@hotmail.com
- Daniel Patrick Ogwude, Security Manager, USAID Nigeria Monitoring Project, Management Systems International, 2347039375444, dogwude@gmail.com
- TPL. Augustus Emenogu, Evaluation Partner, Expectation State, +15743185265, augustus.emenogu@expectationstate.com
Timeline
Senior Coordinator, Finance and Operations (Africa
ONE Campaign
05.2023 - Current
Senior Finance and Administration Officer (USAID Nigeria Monitoring Project)
Management Systems International
09.2019 - 04.2023
Master of Business Administration (Finance & Investment) -
Ahmadu Bello University
01.2019 - 07.2020
Finance Coordinator Assistant
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
08.2017 - 01.2019
Audit Assistant
Olaolu Olabimtan & Company (Chartered Accountants)
03.2014 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science in Business Management -
University of Jos
01.2006 - 10.2010
Diploma in Business Administration -
University of Jos
01.2004 - 10.2005