Financial Reporting and Analysis I prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly financial statements for both the company and its clients using Unanet, ensuring accuracy and alignment with established accounting standards. I develop and maintain interactive financial dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), supporting to facilitate informed leadership decisions. Accounting Operations I oversee all aspects of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance. I ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records by implementing and monitoring robust internal control systems. I also reconcile bank statements regularly and manage cash flow projections to support operational sustainability and client financial health. Tax and Regulatory Compliance I ensure full compliance with U.S. and international tax laws for the company and its clients. I prepare and file corporate tax returns, manage client tax documentation, and stay current on evolving tax regulations and accounting standards to minimize risk and maintain legal compliance. Client Services I provide strategic financial consulting to clients, offering insights on budgeting, forecasting, and long- term financial planning. I review financial records to ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory standards, and I support clients in making sound financial decisions aligned with their goals. Team Leadership and Development I supervise and mentor accounting and administrative staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and performance excellence. I conduct training sessions on financial systems, reporting tools, and industry best practices, while reviewing the work of junior accountants to ensure timeliness and accuracy in deliverables. Business Development and Strategy I collaborate with the leadership team to explore new service offerings and business expansion opportunities. I contribute to financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic planning efforts, offering key insights that drive company growth and client value.

In my role, I was responsible for ensuring the accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions in full compliance with internal policies and donor requirements. I ensured that all payment requests were properly approved, strictly adhering to deadlines, encoding rules, and budget lines. I maintained a meticulous filing and archiving system for monthly office reports, in accordance with HD’s policies, ensuring that originals were stored locally and organized by month and voucher number, alongside all monthly closing documents. I also maintained the fixed asset schedule and supported project, donor, and statutory audits by responding to audit queries and providing the necessary supporting documentation. My work was guided by a strong commitment to internal control standards and full compliance with audit requirements. In terms of payments and cash management, I processed requests for cash, cheque, and bank transfers, while ensuring timely payments of all relevant taxes in line with local legal obligations. I was responsible for managing and reconciling staff and consultant working advances and conducting monthly reconciliations of supplier, consultant, and employee accounts. I also reviewed and processed expense claims and per diem (DSA) payments in line with HD's travel policy, ensuring all supporting documentation and required approvals were in place. I collaborated closely with project and cost center managers to support the preparation of accrual files and the development of project financial reports and forecasts. Additionally, I played a key role in supporting monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting closes for both HD and local statutory reporting. Beyond financial tasks, I provided ad hoc administrative support to staff, including those based overseas. I handled logistics arrangements such as hotel and flight bookings and maintained comprehensive records of Purchase Orders. I also assisted in the planning and monitoring of cash flow requirements to ensure the smooth and timely implementation of the programs.

I was responsible for overseeing financial reporting, grants and contract management, payments, and administrative support in a donor-funded environment. I ensured all payment requests were properly approved and processed in line with budget allocations, encoding standards, and internal policies. I maintained accurate and compliant financial records, supported monthly and year-end closings, and ensured audit readiness through strong internal controls and timely documentation. In my role as a Grants and Contracts Manager, I played a central part in the full grant lifecycle from pre-award assessment to post-award monitoring and closeout. I reviewed subgrantee award applications to evaluate their capacity to meet reporting requirements and manage funds effectively. I provided technical input in budget development, conducted financial report reviews, and ensured timely and compliant disbursement of funds. I developed sub-award and consultant contracts, tracked deliverables, and ensured alignment with donor regulations and internal procedures. I conducted risk assessments and due diligence on implementing partners and vendors, including security screenings and capacity reviews, to safeguard the integrity and accountability of fund management. I collaborated with program and technical teams to monitor grant performance, flag compliance issues, and provided technical assistance where needed. I also reviewed and processed partner reimbursements and ensured timely reporting and reconciliation of financial data.

RTI INTERNATIONAL (USAID Read Liberia activity) I was responsible for overseeing a wide range of financial functions to ensure effective and compliant financial management. I maintained accurate financial records and ensured that all accounting practices aligned with both RTI International’s internal policies and USAID regulations. My role involved preparing monthly financial reports, reviewing general ledger entries, and ensuring timely reconciliation of bank accounts to guarantee consistency between records and actual account balances. I processed accounts payable transactions, ensuring that all payments to vendors, consultants, and service providers were accurate, properly documented, and completed on schedule. I managed staff travel advances and expense reimbursements, verifying compliance with organizational policies and allowable cost principles. I played a key role in monitoring the project budget by tracking expenditures against budget lines, providing regular updates to management, and flagging any variances for prompt resolution. In collaboration with the procurement and program teams, I supported the financial aspects of subcontracts and purchase orders, reviewing supporting documentation and ensuring all costs were properly allocated and justified. I contributed to the preparation and submission of monthly and quarterly financial reports to both RTI headquarters and USAID, ensuring high standards of accuracy, timeliness, and transparency. As part of internal controls, I ensured that all financial documentation was properly filed and maintained to support audit readiness. I facilitated internal and external audits by providing requested financial data, preparing audit schedules, and responding to queries. Additionally, I continuously assessed financial processes and controls, identifying areas for improvement and recommending appropriate corrective actions to strengthen the integrity of the financial system. Additionally, I was responsible for ensuring that appropriate systems and procedures including payroll, cash management, budgeting, and other expenditures were consistently applied to disburse, account for, and report project funds in a cost-effective, timely, and compliant manner. I accurately recorded expenses Manager for review and onward submission to the RTI Home Office. I coordinated with local project staff to ensure all financial activities aligned with project requirements, including the preparation of invoices for USAID, spend plan tools, and other trackers. I also supported the Finance Manager in responding to inquiries from the home office, reviewing financial transactions for compliance with RTI procedures, and followed up with field offices to ensure timely weekly expense reporting.

I ensured strict compliance with organizational policies and procedures, as well as adherence to the terms and conditions outlined in grant agreements and donor contracts. My role involved proactively anticipating and tracking both operational and tactical risks, while providing strategic and practical solutions to mitigate those risks. I worked closely with the Operations Director on special planning initiatives and departmental projects, contributing to high-level decision-making processes and organizational efficiency. As part of my core responsibilities, I oversaw daily financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and availability of all required supporting documentation. I prepared monthly accounting schedules and performed reconciliations for all accounts, including cash and bank balances, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. I was actively involved in the management and monitoring of project budgets and annual work plans, aligning expenditures with project objectives and funding allocations. I regularly analyzed budget trends and offered recommendations for cost control and reduction strategies across various grants, helping to optimize the use of available resources. I maintained up-to-date records of all payments and generated monthly financial reports related to grant activities to support donor and internal reporting requirements. Furthermore, I managed project travel and logistics, ensuring smooth coordination for both local and international staff, and facilitated the day-to-day implementation of all grants made under the program. This included conducting pre-award assessments to evaluate potential subgrantees' capacity, monitoring grant performance, and ensuring timely disbursement and utilization of funds. I also led investigations into operational bottlenecks and identified innovative approaches to improve project efficiency and effectiveness. In addition, I ensured that procurement decisions were made in the most reasonable, fair, and expeditious manner, in alignment with procurement policies and donor compliance standards. My approach to procurement balanced cost-effectiveness with quality assurance, supporting program objectives while maintaining transparency and accountability.

I evaluated the financial details of past, present, and expected operations in order to measure productivity and to determine areas needing cost reduction and improvement; improve local partners reporting processes of donor projects to include, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the UK Department for International Development (DFID), the European Union (EU), the American Jewish World Service (AJWS), the Rights and Resources Initiatives (RRI), the Tenure Facility, and OXFAM, designing excel models that analyzes the financials of these donor projects and recommended alternative courses of action to centralize data and improve operational efficiency; define and manage overall project risk identification and mitigation process through interaction with project constituents and stakeholders. I was also responsible for administering the organization's budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency; prepared financial and management reports and accounting records to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards; worked collaboratively with internal and external clients and analyze information needs and functional requirements; planned, directed, and coordinated accounting and other financial activities of the Organization. Produced financial reports related to budgets, account payables, account receivables, expenses etc.; Developed strategies that work to minimize financial risk; coordinated with the Senior HR Officer in HR management & development matters including performance appraisal and identification of training needs; and managed project property in compliance with donors' guidelines and regulations.

Kept accurate records for all daily transactions, prepared trial balance and balance sheets, processed invoices, and recorded accounts payable and receivables for the Organization. I also updated the internal systems with financial data, and prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial and management reports; reconciled bank statements, participated in financial audits, track bank deposits and payments. I also Supervised and maintained financial and administrative records and monitoring systems to record and reconcile expenditures, balances, payments, statements and other data for day-to-day transactions and reports; prepared recurring reports as scheduled and special reports as required for budget preparation, audits or other reasons. Prepared project budgets and ensured all agreements are in line with the approved Donor’s policies. Organized and managed schedules and calendars for staff, managers, and senior level officers. Ensured daily administrative and secretarial support to the team, including daily correspondence. maintenance of filing system, printing and photocopying, updating official travel and leave plan, visitor’s list and event list. Liaised with the Project Director to ensure the project needs are being met in terms of accounting, contracts, human resources, payroll, IT, and operations. Assisted budget holders in the preparation of annual budgets. Reviewed transactions to ensure proper accounting with established standards. Advised project staff on financial health through the provision of regular and timely financial expenditure reports and developed procedures for monitoring and analyzing projects.

During my tenure, I effectively managed financial reporting, payments, and administrative support in alignment with organizational and donor standards. I ensured the proper approval of payment requests, strict adherence to encoding rules and budget lines, and compliance with reporting deadlines. I maintained an organized and compliant filing system for monthly office reports in accordance with institutional policies, while also updating the fixed asset schedule and supporting audits by providing timely responses and supporting documentation. I was responsible for processing cash, cheque, and transfer payments, ensuring that tax obligations were met promptly under local laws. I managed the reconciliation of accounts related to staff, consultants, and suppliers, reviewed and processed travel expense claims, and ensured accurate per diem payments. My role also included preparing accrual files in collaboration with project and cost center managers, contributing to the production of financial reports and forecasts, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closures for both internal and statutory purposes. On the administrative side, I provided support to both local and international staff, managed travel logistics including hotel and flight bookings, maintained purchase order records, and participated in the planning and monitoring of cash flow to ensure smooth program operations. My commitment to internal controls and compliance helped maintain the integrity and efficiency of financial and operational processes.

Bachelor degree

Associate of Arts

High school certificate