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Mercy Onodenore

@mercyejehi

I strengthen financial controls, compliance, reconciliations, and reporting across Nigerian and multinational organisations.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a finance role where I can strengthen financial controls, compliance, reporting, reconciliations, audit readiness, and process improvements while continuing to grow in finance.

I'm currently strengthening financial controls, regulatory compliance, reconciliations, and reporting at The People Company Ltd, supporting major clients including Nigerian Breweries, Arla Foods, Unilever, Canon, and Red Bull.

Across The People Company, Algorithm Media Ltd (WPP Worldwide), and Mediafuse Dentsu Holding Company, I've managed payables and receivables, led month-end reviews, prepared WHT and VAT schedules, maintained fixed asset registers, and supported internal and external audits under GAAP and IFRS.

At Mediafuse, I cleared six months of vendor payment backlog within four months and reduced invoice-processing backlog by 50% in my first quarter. I've also improved payment processing through the Friesland Campina COUPA supplier portal and worked with teams to reinforce compliance and risk management.

I'm pursuing an M.Sc. in Finance and ICAN qualification, building on my B.Sc. in Banking and Finance. I bring practical experience in financial analysis, cashflow and budget variance reviews, internal controls, fraud prevention, and MS Dynamics NAV.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Finance Officer

Current

The People Company Ltd

Jun 2026 - Present (2 months)

Oversee daily financial records, monthly reconciliations, and accurate reporting aligned with internal controls. Lead regulatory compliance activities including WHT documentation and remittances to LIRS/FIRS.

Financial Control Compliance Financial Reporting Account Reconciliation Internal Controls Regulatory Compliance WHT VAT Financial Analysis Audit Support Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable

Finance Officer

The People Company Ltd

Oct 2023 - May 2026 (2 years 7 months)

Maintained daily financial records, monthly reconciliations, and accurate reporting aligned with internal controls. Conducted regulatory compliance activities including WHT documentation and remittances to LIRS/FIRS.

Financial Control Compliance Financial Reporting Account Reconciliation Internal Controls Regulatory Compliance WHT VAT Financial Analysis Audit Support Process Improvement

Finance Executive

Algorithm Media Ltd (WPP Worldwide)

Jun 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Conducted month-end ledger reviews, reconciliations, and journal postings in compliance with IFRS. Reconciled receivables and client billing to ensure accuracy and financial integrity.

Financial Reporting IFRS Account Reconciliation Journal Entries Billing WHT VAT Coupa Compliance Risk Management

Finance Executive

Mediafuse Dentsu Holding Company

Aug 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 7 months)

Cleared six months of vendor payment backlog within four months through disciplined billing and reconciliation. Streamlined invoice processing workflows, reducing backlog by 50% within the first quarter.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Reconciliations Invoice Processing Vendor Management Coupa Client Communication

Accounts Payable Officer (NYSC)

Mediafuse Dentsu Holding Company

Oct 2019 - Aug 2020 (10 months)

Administered billing and collections to secure timely customer payments. Completed end-to-end payment processes including invoice receipt, verification, and reconciliation.

Billing Collections Accounts Payable Invoice Processing Reconciliations Data Integrity

Internal Auditor

Intercontinental Distillers Limited

Sep 2019 - Oct 2019 (1 month)

Reviewed financial statements, payroll, and receipts for accuracy and legal compliance. Prepared audit documentation for external auditors and management reporting.

Internal Audit Financial Statements Payroll Compliance

Credit Collections Officer

QuickCheck Nigeria

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)

Utilised CRM application to locate, contact, and engage clients regarding outstanding debts. Analysed customer credit history and advised on appropriate credit limit approvals.

CRM Collections Credit Analysis Negotiation