To leverage extensive compliance expertise and leadership skills to develop and implement strategic compliance initiatives that align with organizational goals, ensuring a culture of ethics, integrity, and regulatory adherence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Head, Conduct, Compliance and Internal Control
ACCESS BANK GUINEA
2022.10 - 2024.01
Grade: Expatriate from Access Bank Plc
Provided exemplary leadership, inspiring the entire Compliance team.
Formulated and implemented an effective compliance program, fostering a strong compliance culture.
Oversaw the Internal Control Unit, ensuring General Ledger (GL) accounts are well proofed and reconciled.
Reported directly to the Board of Directors with a dotted line reporting to the bank’s Managing Director on Conduct and Compliance matters.
Reported to the Board Risk Management and the Board Audit Committees on all conduct and compliance matters.
Maintained robust regulatory intelligence, liaising with key regulatory bodies and law enforcement agencies.
Advised stakeholders on regulatory expectations, laws, best practices, and policies.
Ensured adherence to the bank’s standards on AML/Sanctions, Whistleblowing, and ABC.
Served on the Management Committee, Enterprise Risk Management Committee, and Change Management Committee.
Accountable for identifying and escalating potential risks and issues to senior management.
Conducted compliance and ABC risk assessments in the bank.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
Managed teams by overseeing the hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
Head, Conduct and Compliance
ACCESS BANK SIERRA LEONE
2019.11 - 2022.08
Grade: DM / Expatriate from Access Bank Plc
Provided leadership and inspired the entire Compliance team.
Formulated and implemented an effective compliance program, fostering a strong compliance culture.
Reported directly to the Board of Directors with a dotted line reporting to the bank’s Managing Director on Conduct and Compliance matters.
Reported to the Board Risk Management and the Board Audit Committees on all conduct and compliance matters.
Maintained robust regulatory intelligence, liaising with key regulatory bodies and law enforcement agencies.
Advised stakeholders on regulatory expectations, laws, best practices, and policies.
Ensured adherence to the bank’s standards on AML/Sanctions, Whistleblowing, and ABC.
Served on the Management Committee, Enterprise Risk Management Committee, and Change Management Committee.
Accountable for identifying and escalating potential risks and issues to senior management.
Conducted compliance and ABC risk assessments in the bank.
Team Lead, Conduct and Compliance
ACCESS BANK PLC
Port Harcourt / Enugu
2012.02 - 2019.10
Fostered a strong control and compliance culture across a region of twenty-five branches.
Ensured compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Planned and executed work programs, overseeing staff awareness campaigns and AML/CFT training.
Worked towards the elimination of losses and exposures due to regulatory infractions.
Supported the achievement of overall business objectives and acted as a liaison with regulatory/law enforcement agencies.
Conducted income assurance, cost savings reviews, and investigations of breaches.
Submitted detailed management reports and mentored team members.
Mentored and coached junior staff to produce high-performing, quality team members.
Promoted company values and vision, ensuring full team adherence.
Monitored staff performance levels, implementing necessary changes to improve productivity and meet targets.
Developed and implemented strategic processes for improved productivity and profitability.
Branch / Regional Resident Controller
INTERCONTINENTAL BANK PLC
HARCOURT
2008.02 - 2012.01
Responsible for control and compliance in two branches per time
Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies in the branches
Plan and execute compliance review of branches
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and reliability of financial records
Ensure the safety and security of the bank's assets
Conduct investigations
Make presentations at meetings
Prepare and render management reports.
Internal Control Officer
SPRING BANK PLC (PREVIOUSLY GUARDIAN EXPRESS BANK)
PORT HARCOURT
2002.09 - 2008.01
Planned and managed the internal control and audit function in the region.
Supervised and mentored internal control staff, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant laws.
Conducted audit reviews, and investigations, and ensured the accuracy and reliability of financial records.
Monitored budgets, conducted project monitoring and assessment, and prepared comprehensive reports.
Monitored compliance with company policies and relevant laws in a region of five branches.
Conducted daily cash/stock count and GL reviews, reviewed processed transactions, and ensured the accuracy and reliability of records.
Education
MBA -
UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
NSUKKA
2004
B.SC - Accountancy
ENUGU STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
1998
Skills
Excellent communication and Interpersonal Skills
Advanced computer and data analysis skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
Excellent Focus and follow-through abilities
Ability to work in a team
Affiliations
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) awarded by the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
Designate Compliance Professional (DCP) awarded by the Compliance Institute of Nigeria
Associate Chartered Institute of Bankers (ACIB) awarded by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) awarded by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association, USA
Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) awarded by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
Timeline
Head, Conduct, Compliance and Internal Control
ACCESS BANK GUINEA
2022.10 - 2024.01
Head, Conduct and Compliance
ACCESS BANK SIERRA LEONE
2019.11 - 2022.08
Team Lead, Conduct and Compliance
ACCESS BANK PLC
2012.02 - 2019.10
Branch / Regional Resident Controller
INTERCONTINENTAL BANK PLC
2008.02 - 2012.01
Internal Control Officer
SPRING BANK PLC (PREVIOUSLY GUARDIAN EXPRESS BANK)
<ul>
<li>Hours per week: 40.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise and coordinate daily administrative workflows for a team of 15 employees, ensuring timely task execution, adherence to protocols, and consistent performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to property intake, detainee processing, transportation, and deportation; verify and audit files to ensure regulatory compliance, and data integrity.</li>
<li>Execute high-volume data entry (up to 8 hours per day), including the entry of case notes, customs documentation, custody logs, and internal reports into secure federal databases.</li>
<li>Develop, review, and edit administrative reports and forms for internal use and government audits; ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy alignment.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison between facility staff, supervisors, and stakeholders; facilitate clear, professional communication, and documentation flow across departments.</li>
<li>Identified discrepancies in data entries and corrected them accordingly.</li>
<li>Oversee inventory control processes, including the secure receipt, tracking, and storage of personal property, using standardized procedures and government tracking systems.</li>
<li>Conduct routine audits and quality control reviews to ensure that administrative practices meet federal operational standards.</li>
<li>Apply sound judgment to evaluate options, solve problems, and make informed recommendations on administrative and operational matters, contributing to efficient workflow management, and compliance with agency standards.</li>
<li>Assist in developing and revising privacy and security policies concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII); identify potential compliance risks, and recommend solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate logistics for detainee transportation to court and medical appointments, manage schedules, and track movement through detailed administrative planning.</li>
<li>Conduct roll calls, and ensure accountability through diligent documentation, system updates, and status reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervisor: Scott Jackson (949) 456-2706.</p>
<p>Permission to contact: Yes.</p> at ProTech USA LLC, Government Contracting<ul>
<li>Hours per week: 40.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise and coordinate daily administrative workflows for a team of 15 employees, ensuring timely task execution, adherence to protocols, and consistent performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to property intake, detainee processing, transportation, and deportation; verify and audit files to ensure regulatory compliance, and data integrity.</li>
<li>Execute high-volume data entry (up to 8 hours per day), including the entry of case notes, customs documentation, custody logs, and internal reports into secure federal databases.</li>
<li>Develop, review, and edit administrative reports and forms for internal use and government audits; ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy alignment.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison between facility staff, supervisors, and stakeholders; facilitate clear, professional communication, and documentation flow across departments.</li>
<li>Identified discrepancies in data entries and corrected them accordingly.</li>
<li>Oversee inventory control processes, including the secure receipt, tracking, and storage of personal property, using standardized procedures and government tracking systems.</li>
<li>Conduct routine audits and quality control reviews to ensure that administrative practices meet federal operational standards.</li>
<li>Apply sound judgment to evaluate options, solve problems, and make informed recommendations on administrative and operational matters, contributing to efficient workflow management, and compliance with agency standards.</li>
<li>Assist in developing and revising privacy and security policies concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII); identify potential compliance risks, and recommend solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate logistics for detainee transportation to court and medical appointments, manage schedules, and track movement through detailed administrative planning.</li>
<li>Conduct roll calls, and ensure accountability through diligent documentation, system updates, and status reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervisor: Scott Jackson (949) 456-2706.</p>
<p>Permission to contact: Yes.</p> at ProTech USA LLC, Government Contracting
<ul><li>Assist in preparing Subs Annual Budgets and reviewing Subs financial reports.</li><li>Provide support and training to partners to ensure adequate support for the program component.</li><li>Conduct partner technical supportive supervision on request basis from Grants & Compliance teams.</li><li>Coordinate grantee proposal review process and ensure compliance with solicitations and donor regulations.</li><li>Coordinate pre-award evaluations and assessments of potential grantees as needed.</li><li>Analyze, verify and review grantees proposal budgets to ensure donor compliance and reasonableness.</li><li>Coordinate the assessment of grantee risk and implement appropriate systems and agreements to minimize risk.</li><li>Ensure timely and appropriate close-out of sub-grants and coordinate the close-out of EGPAF prime grants.</li><li>Provide support and training to partners finance staff to build financial and accounting capacity to ensure adequate support for the program component.</li><li>Monitor partners’ spending patterns as part of the overall project budget to actual analytics.</li><li>Follow up on Grantee monthly invoices & supporting documents</li><li>Serve as an expert on applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and assist staff with their interpretation and understanding of these.</li><li>Stays abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations and host country legal requirements and informs local and regional management of significant changes.</li><li>Perform internal departmental/grants reviews ensuring compliance with Foundation and donor requirements. Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assists with the development of corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues; and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar issues in the future</li><li>Conduct on-site financial compliance reviews which include: cash counts; review of accounts receivables including employee receivables; documentation of segregation of duties and internal control structure; document storage and retention</li><li>Document findings, propose improvements or change as relevant, disseminate findings and ensure follow up implementation of recommendations as well as resolution</li><li>Conduct random surprise checks and vendor verification reviews to ensure proper procurement procedures are being practiced and report on findings</li><li>Develops an effective Compliance & Ethics training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers</li><li>Assists with improving the awareness and understanding of compliance to assist employees with the establishment of a “culture of compliance”</li></ul> at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation<ul><li>Assist in preparing Subs Annual Budgets and reviewing Subs financial reports.</li><li>Provide support and training to partners to ensure adequate support for the program component.</li><li>Conduct partner technical supportive supervision on request basis from Grants & Compliance teams.</li><li>Coordinate grantee proposal review process and ensure compliance with solicitations and donor regulations.</li><li>Coordinate pre-award evaluations and assessments of potential grantees as needed.</li><li>Analyze, verify and review grantees proposal budgets to ensure donor compliance and reasonableness.</li><li>Coordinate the assessment of grantee risk and implement appropriate systems and agreements to minimize risk.</li><li>Ensure timely and appropriate close-out of sub-grants and coordinate the close-out of EGPAF prime grants.</li><li>Provide support and training to partners finance staff to build financial and accounting capacity to ensure adequate support for the program component.</li><li>Monitor partners’ spending patterns as part of the overall project budget to actual analytics.</li><li>Follow up on Grantee monthly invoices & supporting documents</li><li>Serve as an expert on applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and assist staff with their interpretation and understanding of these.</li><li>Stays abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations and host country legal requirements and informs local and regional management of significant changes.</li><li>Perform internal departmental/grants reviews ensuring compliance with Foundation and donor requirements. Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assists with the development of corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues; and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar issues in the future</li><li>Conduct on-site financial compliance reviews which include: cash counts; review of accounts receivables including employee receivables; documentation of segregation of duties and internal control structure; document storage and retention</li><li>Document findings, propose improvements or change as relevant, disseminate findings and ensure follow up implementation of recommendations as well as resolution</li><li>Conduct random surprise checks and vendor verification reviews to ensure proper procurement procedures are being practiced and report on findings</li><li>Develops an effective Compliance & Ethics training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers</li><li>Assists with improving the awareness and understanding of compliance to assist employees with the establishment of a “culture of compliance”</li></ul> at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation
<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.