Ella Quao
@ellaquao
Strategic finance leader with expertise in financial planning and analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic finance leader with over 4 years of experience in financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis. My career has been dedicated to driving growth and profitability through financial modeling and data-driven decision-making. I have a proven track record in the eCommerce and Supply Chain sectors, where I focus on aligning financial performance with business objectives to optimize revenue and enhance operational efficiency.
Throughout my career at Jumia Ghana, I have successfully implemented competitive pricing strategies and streamlined sales forecasting processes, resulting in significant revenue increases and cost savings. My ability to collaborate cross-departmentally has enabled me to develop performance metrics and dashboards that improve productivity and financial health. I am passionate about leveraging financial insights to support strategic planning and execution, ensuring that business decisions are informed and aligned with corporate goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Commercial Operations & Revenue Management
Jumia Ghana
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Streamlined sales forecasting and performance tracking, increasing sales accuracy by 7%. Implemented competitive pricing strategies leading to a 15% revenue increase while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align with business objectives.
Head of Performance and Planning & Revenue Manager
Jumia Ghana
Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 (3 months)
Led financial performance tracking and forecasting for a high-growth eCommerce business, achieving a 0.5% revenue increase through data analysis and aligning P&L performance with budget goals.
Performance Planning Manager
Jumia Ghana
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Spearheaded financial analysis integration into operational decision-making, achieving a 10% reduction in logistics costs and leading capacity planning for major sales events.
Project and Process Manager
Jumia Ghana
Sep 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year)
Integrated automated tracking systems to enhance compliance monitoring and reduce audit risks, while improving operational performance through project oversight.
Operations Excellence Associate
Jumia Ghana
Sep 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year)
Achieved cost efficiency and improved team productivity by providing actionable insights based on deviation tracking and productivity analysis across departments.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lancaster University
Bachelor of Science (Honors), Accounting & Finance
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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