Ada Nwokocha
Calgary,AB
Summary
Highly detailed and self-driven chartered accountant with 7+ years of progressive experience in leading enterprise-wide digital transformation projects, coaching self-motivated teams, planning, controlling, overseeing small and complex large-scale projects. Adept at identifying opportunities and developing project strategies, that delivered efficiently and fast, increased revenue, cut costs, create business value and culture of shared responsibilities. Demonstrated success in using in-depth strategies to understand and solve business problems.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Analyst
ROYAL DUTCH SHELL
Nigeria
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Supported the Structured Finance team in planning and execution of Shell's corporate strategy, SOX processes and controls for bankable projects including short and long-term growth plans
- Reduced budgeting errors by implementing a comprehensive forecasting model for revenue and expenses.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
Assistant Manager
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS (PWC)
Nigeria
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Lead complex and high-risk engagement, usually a multilocation audit with component (or group) auditors in foreign location and with minimal supervision
- Streamlined client operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Associate/Senior Associate
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS (PWC)
Nigeria
10.2015 - 01.2020
- Performed audit procedures, including reviewing, and analyzing evidence, conducting client inquiries, and evaluating client internal control
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective project management strategies and providing consistent guidance.
- Streamlined operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
- Increased client satisfaction through thorough analysis of project requirements and delivering high-quality results.
Education
M.Sc., Industrial Relations and Personnel Management -
University of Lagos
Nigeria01.2015
B.sc Political Science -
Covenant University
Nigeria01.2011
Skills
- Audit Support
- Report Writing
- Reporting Proficiency
- Presentation Skills
Certification
- Chartered Accountant, Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (HR License no CIPM/HRPL/005372)
Core Competences
- Financial analysis, reporting, and auditing
- Identifying areas for process improvement, developing solutions, and overseeing the prioritization and implementation of those solutions
- Competent in consolidating and analyzing financial data, considering the company's goals and financial standing.
- Preparation and review of financial statement in compliance with relevant standards
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively to management and cross-functional team members
- Experience with the following analytic tools: Excel, Power BI, SAP.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Finance Analyst
ROYAL DUTCH SHELL
07.2021 - 12.2023
Assistant Manager
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS (PWC)
10.2020 - 06.2021
Associate/Senior Associate
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS (PWC)
10.2015 - 01.2020
M.Sc., Industrial Relations and Personnel Management -
University of Lagos
B.sc Political Science -
Covenant University