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Olive Udoh

Edmonton

Summary

A seasoned Chartered Accountant accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, bringing a wealth of expertise in Financial Accounting and Financial Analysis. A Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) with proficiency in Internal Audit, Internal Control, and Compliance Monitoring. Currently, on the path to becoming a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), commitment to excellence and continuous professional development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Business Tax Agent

Canada Revenue Agency
04.2022 - Current
  • Efficiently managed 40+ daily taxpayer inquiries, providing expert guidance on business tax matters.
  • Successfully established and sustained minimum of 5 tax program accounts per client, enhancing service delivery.
  • Strictly adhered to ATIP protocols and confidentiality guidelines, safeguarding sensitive taxpayer data.
  • Proficient in leveraging government computer software to access and process taxpayer information.
  • Proactively maintained up-to-date expertise in Canadian business tax regulations to ensure accurate advisement.

Funding Analyst

General Bank Of Canada
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Conducted rigorous audits of over 30 loan applications daily, ensuring meticulous attention to detail.
  • Upheld stringent Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards and lending regulations to maintain compliance.
  • Expertly identified and reconciled discrepancies in loan documentation, safeguarding process integrity.
  • Leveraged advanced Excel skills to analyze over 200+ loans weekly, identifying key disbursement and rejection trends.

Senior Internal Auditor

Lagos State Employment Trust Fund
06.2019 - 03.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive financial and operational audits, targeting high and medium risk areas as determined by a thorough risk assessment of each process.
  • Developed and executed detailed audit programs and maintained organized working papers in line with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
  • Identified audit discrepancies, ensuring financial statements adhered to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  • Performed regular monthly spot-check visits to liaison offices to enforce and verify compliance with organizational standards.

Audit & Compliance Officer

Credit Afrique
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Developed and executed the Internal Audit Charter, Audit Policy, and Compliance Procedures, ensuring robust governance frameworks.
  • Collaborated in the creation of cross-departmental policies, enhancing organizational coherence and policy alignment.
  • Spearheaded the inaugural internal audits across all bank units, establishing a baseline for operational integrity and risk management.
  • Executed monthly and quarterly audits to ensure adherence to the Central Bank of Nigeria's mandates and external regulations.
  • Compiled and delivered incisive monthly and quarterly compliance reports to the Managing Director, driving strategic decision-making.

Accountant

Ragnel Holdings
03.2013 - 11.2019

• Maintained comprehensive bookkeeping and payroll services, managing accounts

payable and receivable with precision.

• Ensured strict compliance with the Federal Inland Revenue Services (FIRS) Tax requirements.

• Implemented robust internal control systems in the production and storage sub units to enhance financial integrity and accountability

Internal Auditor

Access Financial Holdings AG.
01.2013 - 09.2017
  • Developed comprehensive working papers and reports, complete with supporting documentation, to substantiate audit findings.
  • Conducted comprehensive credit and operational audits across 16 bank branches, ensuring thorough coverage and analysis.
  • Travelled to branches across the country to execute on-site audits.
  • Delivered incisive audit reports evaluating the efficacy of internal control systems, driving organizational improvements.

Education

CPA - Accounting

CPA School of Business
Alberta
2025

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Internal Audit

Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Edmonton, Canada
2022

Certificate - Accounting

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Canada
2021

Master of Science - Risk Management

University of Lagos
Nigeria
2018

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Ogun State University
Nigeria

Skills

  • Financial Reporting under ASPE & IFRS
  • Internal Audit
  • Internal Control
  • Compliance Monitoring and Reporting
  • Excellent Written & Verbal Communication
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Dynamics, Great Plains and SAP

Timeline

Business Tax Agent

Canada Revenue Agency
04.2022 - Current

Funding Analyst

General Bank Of Canada
08.2021 - 03.2022

Senior Internal Auditor

Lagos State Employment Trust Fund
06.2019 - 03.2021

Audit & Compliance Officer

Credit Afrique
10.2017 - 05.2019

Accountant

Ragnel Holdings
03.2013 - 11.2019

Internal Auditor

Access Financial Holdings AG.
01.2013 - 09.2017

CPA - Accounting

CPA School of Business

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Internal Audit

Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Certificate - Accounting

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Master of Science - Risk Management

University of Lagos

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Ogun State University

Accomplishments

  • Developed and executed the Internal Audit Charter, Audit Policy, and Compliance Procedures at Credit Afrique, ensuring robust governance frameworks.
  • Spearheaded the inaugural internal audits across all bank units at Credit Afrique, establishing a baseline for operational integrity and risk management.
  • Initiated and implemented robust internal controls at Ragnel Holdings in production and inventory, boosting profitability by over 50% and curbing material waste.

Certification

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Associate, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
  • Associate Accounting Technician, Nigeria
Olive Udoh