NDAH CHEFOR

Finance Officer

Bamenda, CM.

About

Highly accomplished Finance and Accounting Professional with an MBA and over 4 years of experience in NGO financial management, grants, logistics, and procurement. Expert in optimizing budgets, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance, consistently minimizing financial fraud by 15% and improving cost efficiency by 10%. Proven ability to leverage ERP systems (SAGE, QuickBooks) for robust financial reporting and analysis, driving organizational goals through strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Work

Rural Women Center for Education and Development (RuWCED)

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Finance | Accounting Officer

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Summary

Led financial operations, grant management, and procurement for an NGO, ensuring compliance and optimizing resource utilization to support organizational development.

Highlights

Implemented robust internal controls and risk mitigation strategies, successfully minimizing financial fraud by 15%.

Secured over $20,000 in funding by developing and submitting comprehensive grant proposals, significantly contributing to organizational resource mobilization.

Directed procurement and logistics operations, negotiating favorable terms for EPC contracts and achieving a 10% improvement in cost efficiency.

Cultivated robust relationships with donors and project stakeholders, enhancing information flow and collaboration by 25%.

Managed project budgets exceeding $10,000, ensuring strict compliance with donor regulations and organizational policies.

Quantlio Investment

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Administrative Officer

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Summary

Optimized administrative processes and enhanced client relations for an investment firm, contributing to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Highlights

Streamlined documentation of management systems, reducing information retrieval time by 30%.

Initiated and implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in a 15% reduction in overall operational costs.

Provided exceptional customer service, significantly increasing client retention and achieving a 98% customer satisfaction rating.

NFC Bank

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Customer Service Intern

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Summary

Assisted bank clients with product inquiries and account issues, ensuring high levels of service delivery and problem resolution.

Highlights

Engaged with over 20 clients daily, effectively explaining banking products and services to enhance understanding.

Resolved client account issues by 40% through timely and effective problem-solving, improving customer experience.

Volunteer

Volunteer

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Together for Youths Association (TYA)

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Provided essential bookkeeping and financial support for a youth-focused non-profit organization, ensuring accurate financial records.

Highlights

Executed comprehensive bookkeeping and ensured timely account reconciliation, maintaining financial accuracy.

Coordinated logistics for organizational outreach programs, ensuring optimal resource allocation and availability of office supplies.

Prepared accurate monthly financial statements and reconciled financial advances, supporting transparent financial reporting.

Education

Rome Business School

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Master's in Business Administration (MBA) Finance Grade:

University of Buea

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Bachelor's Degree Banking and Finance Grade:

Languages

English

French

Tikar

Pidgin

Certificates

Grant Writing and NGO Finance

Udemy

Computerized Accounting Diploma

Buea Business School

Skills

Adaptability & Resilience

Fast-Paced Environment, Tight Deadlines, Flexibility, Crisis Context.

Financial Management & Accounting

Financial Data Analysis, Financial Reporting, Budget Formulation, Budget Monitoring, Budget Review, Internal Controls, Expenses Tracking, Advance Settlement, Financial Statement Preparation, Financial Reconciliation, Accounting Procedures, Best Practices, Bookkeeping, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger.

Grant Management

Grants Administration, Grant Monitoring, Grant Reporting, Donor Compliance, SAAF, UNTF, JAC Trust, FIFA Foundation, Amplified Change, NGO Work Cultures.

ERP Systems & Software

SAGE, QuickBooks, ERP System Implementation, ERP System Optimization, Financial Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook.

Procurement & Logistics

Logistics Management, Procurement Management, Supply Chain Coordination.

Communication & Collaboration

Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Multicultural Collaboration, Stakeholder Relations.

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail.

Project Management

Project Budget Management, Risk Mitigation, Project Coordination.

Compliance & Regulations

Regulatory Compliance, Financial Laws, Internal Control, Organizational Frameworks.

Administrative & Operations Support

Administrative Support, Data Collection, Self-Reliance.

Interests

Sports

Football.

Hobbies

Playing Guitar.

Personal Development

Research.

Community Engagement

Volunteering.

References

Dr. Ahfembombi Lovees

Finance Coordinator, RuWCED, Email: lovees@ruwced.org, Tel: +237 670 385 754

Dr. Akuro Anta

Associate Professor of Mathematics, New Mexico Military Institute, Email: akuro@nmmi.edu, Tel: +1 (575) 973-2960

Mr. Sema Fombutu Kumbella

Founder and Resident, Fresh Air Leadership Club (FAL-CLUB), Email: skfsema@gmail.com, Tel: +237 673 026 755