Chinyere Nwokolo, FCCA

Director of Finance & Admin | Led financial strategy, risk management, and compliance efforts to enhance fiscal operations and drive business growth.

• Built enterprise-wide audit and compliance framework from scratch • Delivered successful ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2013 certifications, collaborating with a high- performing team. • Led due diligence for multinational partnerships; mitigating regulatory, legal risks • Developed and implemented company-wide Business Continuity Plan • Achieved First-in-Region "A" QA rating in major supplier audit, eliminating the need for annual audits.

 Strengthened controls, led risk-based audits, and supported SAP governance  Designed and implemented robust fraud prevention controls, safeguarding company assets.  Planned and executed audits aligned with business objectives and operating environments.  Led comprehensive audits of various departments, including operational plants, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.  Deputized for the Head of Internal Audit, representing the department at Board and MPR meetings.  Identified and mitigated significant financial risks and inefficiencies, driving operational improvements and significant cost savings through proactive reviews.

 Managed audits for top-tier clients; supported IFRS adoption and internal control reviews.  Audits for top banks, pension custodians and administrators & insurers  Supported IFRS transitions and financial statement preparations  Assessed and improved internal controls and audit frameworks