CHARLES CHIMECHEFULAM EZENGWA

CHARLES CHIMECHEFULAM EZENGWA

Finance Professional | Financial Reporting & Strategic Finance Leader
AN 20, Lagos street via Keffi road, 800241, Kaduna, NG.

Highly dedicated and results-driven finance professional with over five years of progressive experience in financial reporting, management accounting, and strategic budgeting. Proven expertise in optimizing operational efficiency, drive impactful business decisions and achieve organizational objectives.

Highly dedicated finance professional with over five years of progressive experience in financial reporting, management accounting, and strategic budgeting, Inventory management and supply. Proven expertise in optimizing operational efficiency, enhancing revenue generation, and ensuring robust financial governance, leveraging financial insights to drive impactful business decisions and achieve organizational objectives.

Work

UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA (UBA)
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Branch Executive Officer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Oversees branch operational support, vendor lifecycle management, and payment processing, optimizing efficiency and compliance within a high-volume banking environment.

Highlights

Administered comprehensive branch operational support functions, including document control and vendor invoice validation, ensuring 100% transactional accuracy and adherence to UBA internal control standards.

Coordinated high-volume branch facilities, logistics, and maintenance operations, achieving uninterrupted service delivery and strict compliance with safety regulations to minimize operational risk.

Oversaw end-to-end vendor lifecycle management, from sourcing to performance monitoring, ensuring alignment with branch operational requirements and maintaining high service quality standards.

Improved vendor payment workflow efficiency by over 40%, reducing processing delays and enhancing operational responsiveness through strengthened cross-stakeholder coordination and tracking.

SAAT SPECIALTY COATINGS SOLUTIONS
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Finance Intern

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Assisted the finance team with financial reporting, cost analysis, and account reconciliation, contributing to improved financial efficiency and decision-making.

Highlights

Assisted in preparing financial statements and performance management reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and providing data-driven insights for decision-making.

Supported budgeting and cost data analysis, identifying trends and opportunities that enhanced financial efficiency and expense optimization.

Collaborated with the finance team to reconcile accounts and streamline invoicing, reducing discrepancies by 40% and promoting effective financial management.

SUNDRY MARKETS LIMITED
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Branch accountant

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed daily branch finances, sales reconciliation, and inventory controls, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting management decisions.

Highlights

Managed daily branch financial operations, including cash handling, sales reconciliation, and bank deposits, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance.

Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reports and analyses, providing critical insights for strategic management decisions and operational improvements.

Monitored and optimized inventory and cost controls in collaboration with warehouse and procurement teams, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.

Resolved payment issues with banks and vendors, achieving a 40% improvement in resolution time within the first two months.

VIDORA GIOIELLERIA LIMITED
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Finance and Accounts Officer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Oversaw all financial transactions, internal controls, and reporting, supporting management with financial planning and forecasting.

Highlights

Oversaw all financial transactions, ensuring accurate record-keeping, robust internal controls, and timely preparation of comprehensive financial statements for management reporting.

Managed payroll, accounts payable and receivable, assets, and liabilities, conducting regular ratio analysis and budgeting to support financial planning and forecasting.

DREAMLABS NIGERIA
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Finance Manager and Senior Project Coordinator

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Summary

Led financial strategies, tax consultancy, and project coordination, significantly improving revenue collection and taxpayer compliance for government clients.

Highlights

Led financial strategies and tax consultancy, achieving a 30% increase in taxpayer compliance and a 50% improvement in revenue collection efficiency for the Bauchi State Government.

Implemented advanced financial technology platforms (Moneta, Revpro) in collaboration with Interswitch, streamlining tax collection processes and enhancing efficiency.

Managed and reconciled financial records, including revenue reports, reducing payment gateway dispute resolution time by 60% and strengthening financial governance through auditor partnerships.

Led a 5-member team, collaborating with the Bauchi State Accountant General to improve stakeholder engagement by 70% and boost revenue compliance by over 50% through strategic coordination with government agencies.

Education

KADUNA STATE UNIVERSITY
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Master (In view)

Financial Economics

Institute of chattered accountants of Nigeria

(In view)

Associate Chartered Accountant

AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science

Business Administration (Finance)

Grade: 4.02/5.0 | Second Class Upper Honors

AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Diploma

Accountancy

Grade: Credit

Certificates

Paradigm Initiative Certificate

Issued By

Paradigm Initiative

Diploma in Information Technology

Issued By

Hephzibah Computer Institute

Volunteer

National Youth Service Corps Gender and Charity CDS
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Vice President and former project manager

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Led humanitarian relief operations and organized anti-corruption sensitization programs, impacting over 1000 students.

Highlights

Led emergency response and humanitarian relief operations for flood victims in Kaduna state, coordinating aid efforts and community support.

Organized and delivered ICPC anti-corruption sensitization programs on crime education and drug abuse in schools, positively impacting over 1000 students.

Skills

Financial Management & Analysis

Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Forecasting, Payroll Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Ratio Analysis, Cost Control, Inventory Control, Revenue Collection, Tax Consultancy, Financial Governance, Audit Compliance.

ERP & Financial Systems

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, QuickBooks, Enterprise ERP, Smart Process Management (SPMP), OmniApp Smart Process, Moneta, Revpro, Interswitch.

Data & Office Tools

Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Python (basics).

Project & Operations Management

Project Coordination, Vendor Management, Operational Risk Management, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Logistics Management, Document Control.

Languages

English

Native

Hausa

Fluent

Igbo

Native

Interests

Hobbies

Swimming, Football.

Interests

Data, Cars, Travel.