ALPHA OGADA
Arlington,TX
Summary
Innovative compliance specialist offering expertise in regulatory compliance, audit procedures, project management, AML analysis, accounting principles, and international import and export shipping. Strong history of providing excellent team leadership and conducting training events. Advanced knowledge in FMCSA, FMC, and AML regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Export Compliance Specialist
Airbus Helicopters Inc
08.2024 - Current
- In-depth knowledge of export regulations including International Traffic in Arms Regulations
- Creating commercial documents for all international orders
- Provide advice and guidance on day-to-day compliance matters regarding export compliance
- Serve as a point of contact for regulatory inquiries internally and externally
- Filing AES Errors promptly when required
- Assist in the enforcement of Airbus Inc’s Customs Export Operational Process Standards, policies and procedures
- Assist with anti-money laundering reviews of international business partners' accounts and activities
- Audits, recordkeeping, and export classification/transactions of internationally shipped goods
- Performs daily review of export shipment requests
- Determines whether an export license is required and provides approval and instruction related to the export
- Maintains records as required by the law and internal processes
- Assists in overseeing the maintenance of export records by other departments
- Resolves shippers’ questions related to the Automated Export System
- Classifies goods, components, and technology for export purposes and manages classification information
- Communicate with senior management on any AML reports received
International Accounts Coordinator
AFS Logistics
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Responsible for clerical and compliance duties associated with international shipping
- Handling the pricing functions for both export and import shipments
- Processing documentation of the movement of international freight to ensure all the shipments in transit comply with FMC regulations
- Communicating with overseas agents to ensure that proper schedules are adhered to
- Working in collaboration with the international team to resolve operational issues
- Responding to customer inquiries and referring them to proper channels for resolution
- Tracking import and export shipments, and communicating new updates to clients
- Communicating with brokers when shipments arrive in the USA to ensure proper and timely customs clearance
- Coordinating with delivery companies to deliver shipments from ports/airports to the client’s locations
- Participating in bid projects as required
Safety, Compliance Manager and Accounting Manager
D Circle Logistics
07.2012 - 05.2023
- Improved driver retention rates and maintained a satisfactory compliance review rating
- Make final decisions on the hiring of drivers based on their records
- Write and implement company policies and procedures according to DOT guidelines
- Participate in bi-monthly meetings with management
- Work closely with DOT auditors to provide all documentation needed to complete a company review
- Perform previous employment verification on prospective drivers
- Organize events to boost company morale and encourage teamwork
- Assist in the accounting office when needed
- Audit driver log books and fuel statements daily
- Ensure that vehicles in the company fleet comply with DOT and FMCSA requirements
- Ensure all company permits are up to date at all times
- Follow up on the entire process of accident and cargo claims, accurately documenting claim files
- Complete post-accident procedures as per FMCSA and DOT guidelines
- Ensure all driver files are up to date at all times
- Invoice billing support as needed
- Reduced risk exposure for the company by identifying and addressing areas of noncompliance.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive training programs and regular audits.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current safety measures through regular reviews, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Conducted thorough investigations of accidents and incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Education
AAS -
Paralegal Studies
12.2025
Skills
- Knowledge of AML regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP and CargoWise
- Experience in preparing SARs
- Project Management
- Excellent ability to adapt
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Certified safety and compliance trainer
- Legal research & writing
Profileofskills
- Detail oriented
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Fast learner
- Customer service and relations
- Project Management
- Excellent ability to adapt
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Certified safety and compliance trainer
- Legal research & writing
Professional Development
- Proficient in CargoWise TMS
- ISO 14001:2015: Environmental Management System, Udemy, 12/01/22
- Foundations of Project Management, Coursera, 02/01/22
- FMCSA Hours of Training Service, JJ Keller Training, 04/01/21
- Leadership Skills for Managers and Consultants Seminar, Mt. Zion Fellowship Church, Midlothian, TX, 08/01/19
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Timeline
Export Compliance Specialist
Airbus Helicopters Inc
08.2024 - Current
International Accounts Coordinator
AFS Logistics
05.2023 - 08.2024
Safety, Compliance Manager and Accounting Manager
D Circle Logistics
07.2012 - 05.2023
AAS -
Paralegal Studies
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