Delicia Ofikulu
Charlotte,USA
Summary
Dynamic finance and operations professional with a proven track record in analyzing financial data, resolving discrepancies, and enhancing forecasting and planning cycles. Expertise in variance review, source data verification, and cross-functional coordination ensures robust documentation controls and workflow integrity across complex financial processes. Recognized for exceptional accuracy and analytical thinking, consistently delivering reliable financial support within compliance-driven environments. Currently pursuing an MBA to strengthen financial strategy and modeling capabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Operations Analyst
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina
03.2024 - Current
- Produce recurring financial reporting on certifications, benefit usage, adjustments, and trend patterns supporting forecasting needs and financial planning discussions.
- Review financial data across institutional systems to reconcile discrepancies, investigate variances, and ensure data accuracy for month end and term end processes.
- Maintain documentation standards and internal controls to support audit inquiries, regulatory alignment, and accurate financial recordkeeping.
- Analyze financial inquiries from clients and partners to identify root causes, emerging patterns, and operational risks that influence financial outcomes.
- Manage 1,600 plus client accounts and support the accurate processing of over $10 million in annual VA education benefits with strong compliance alignment across all systems.
- Streamlined billing processes for increased accuracy in patient invoicing, enhancing financial operations.
Logistics and Cost Control Specialist
United States Marine Corps (USMC)
Oceanside, California
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Maintained large scale financial and administrative records across multiple units. Conducted discrepancy reviews, variance investigations, and documentation updates to ensure accuracy and readiness for inspections and leadership decisions.
- Managed logistics and administrative records for 25 plus units, ensuring accuracy, organization, and compliance.
- Performed variance and discrepancy reviews using trend analysis to resolve data issues.
- Produced readiness and compliance reports used for planning and audits.
- Managed logistics support for platoon movements ensuring timely arrival at destinations.
Education
MBA - MBA
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Minor In Management Information Systems
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina12-2023
Skills
- Financial Reporting Analysis
- Data Accuracy and Documentation Controls
- Financial Data Reconciliation
- Cross Functional Collaboration
- Compliance and Documentation Control
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Excel and Reporting Tools
- Metrics and Data Review
- Data interpretation
- Debt management
Timeline
Financial Operations Analyst
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
03.2024 - Current
Logistics and Cost Control Specialist
United States Marine Corps (USMC)
12.2018 - 12.2022
MBA - MBA
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Minor In Management Information Systems
University of North Carolina At Charlotte