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Chikaodili Okeke

Windsor

Summary

Experienced leader with strong a background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Experienced Audit Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers - PwC
09.2023 - Current
  • Analyze investments for Private Equity/Venture Capital corporations totaling over $1 billion dollars to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Review and test key controls impacting daily functions performed within the team.
  • Performed detailed financial audits for over 20 clients annually, ensuring accurate compliance with financial regulations.
  • Evaluated financial statements, identifying discrepancies and providing recommendations for corrective action.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication, transparency, and professionalism throughout the entire audit process.
  • Prepared comprehensive audit reports, detailing findings and presenting recommendations for improvement.
  • Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision makers.
  • Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
  • Conducted detailed investment analysis, calculations and reports.

Finance and Administration Graduate Intern

Southern CT State University
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Organized documentation of a more than $13 million budget and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls
  • Pitched in to assist with special projects and additional tasks
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Ellucian Database
  • Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses
  • Organized and reported on financial information for 6 accounts totaling over $2 million dollars to document payment histories and assist with sound financial accounting
  • Assessed financial statements and records
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistant (VITA)

Southern Connecticut State University
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns
  • Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement
  • Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements
  • Facilitated integration of modern tax software with client accounting software
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05.2023

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration/Accounting -

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
12.2019

Skills

  • Financial Statements
  • Journal Entry Preparation
  • Effective and Professional Communication
  • Account Reconciliation Processes
  • Budgetary Governance
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Substantive testing
  • Professional Skepticism
  • Risk Assessment Analysis
  • Critical problem-solving

Accomplishments

  • Delta Mu Delta International Business Honor Society
  • Outstanding Faculty Member of the year Award

Timeline

Experienced Audit Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers - PwC
09.2023 - Current

Finance and Administration Graduate Intern

Southern CT State University
06.2020 - 05.2023

Volunteer Income Tax Assistant (VITA)

Southern Connecticut State University
03.2020 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science: Business Administration/Accounting -

Southern Connecticut State University

Master of Business Administration -

Southern Connecticut State University

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