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CHIZOBA CHILAKA

@chizobachilaka

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I am a senior finance professional specializing in fund management, reporting, payroll, and compliance.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a finance or accounting role where I can manage funds, strengthen controls, lead payroll and reporting, and support organizational goals in a collaborative environment.

I am a finance professional with an MBA and a BSc in Accountancy, focused on accurate financial management and statutory compliance. I have held roles as a Bursar and Senior Finance & Accounts Officer, overseeing funds, reporting, payroll and controls.

I design and maintain accounting systems, prepare financial statements and budgets, and perform reconciliations and internal audits to support management decision-making. I also manage payroll records, ensure statutory obligations are met, and maintain security of financial records while enforcing compliance.

I am a collaborative, results-driven team player with strong managerial ability, computer proficiency, and a commitment to adding measurable value to an organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Bursar

King's Kids Nursery and Primary School

Aug 2022 - Aug 2024 (2 years)

Managed school finances including fund management, bank and cash reconciliations, payroll, draft annual financial statements and budget preparation while enforcing statutory compliance and internal controls.

Financial Management Budgeting Payroll Bank Reconciliation Financial Reporting Internal Audit Accounting Systems Compliance

Store Keeper

King's Kids Nursery and Primary School

Jan 2022 - Jul 2022 (6 months)

Managed inventory, sales and book deliveries, executed re-ordering and inventory control to maintain stock levels and support school operations.

Inventory Management Sales Logistics Record keeping Procurement Supply Chain

Senior Finance & Accounts Officer

Portions International Limited

Sep 2007 - Dec 2017 (10 years 3 months)

Led financial operations including funds management, account reconciliations, payroll, budgeting and preparation of draft annual financial statements to support management decision-making.