Felestasia Mawere BBS MBA CPA JD PhD
Manhasset,NEW YORK
Summary
Dynamic Chief Financial Officer with a proven track record at Alpha Prudence Hedge Fund, excelling in strategic financial planning and risk management. Expert in financial reporting and policy creation, fostering team development and collaboration. Achieved significant operational improvements, enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction through innovative financial strategies.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
Alpha Prudence Hedge Fund
01.2012 - Current
- Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
- Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
- Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Managed risk effectively through comprehensive insurance coverage review and implementation of robust internal controls.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish budgetary guidelines and allocate resources efficiently across the organization.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team, encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
VP INTERNAL AUDIT
Citco Fund Services
01.2007 - 10.2007
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Auditor
KPMG Peat Marwick
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
Auditor
Deloitte & Touche
09.2000 - 10.2001
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Streamlined audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
Senior Auditor
KPMG, LLP, Financial Services Assurance
01.1996 - 02.1999
- Mentored junior auditors, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
- Evaluated the accuracy of financial reporting systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
- Implemented best practices in auditing procedures through continuous learning and professional development activities.
Education
Professional Certificate in Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA 09.2022 - 05.2025
Member of AICPA - Accounting
American Institute of Certfied Public Accountants
New York, NY09-2006
Certified Public Accountant - CPA
The University of The State of NY Education Depart
New York, NY06-2002
Skills
- Strategic financial planning
- Financial management
- Financial reporting
- Financial policy creation
- Performance metrics analysis
- Reporting expertise
Certification
CPA
Accomplishments
Led Scalable Infrastructure Initiatives by:
- Overseeing the implementation of a new enterprise finance platform reducing reporting time and increasing scalability as AUM grew from $5B to $12B.
- Introduced integrated data analytics to support scenario modeling and real-time fund performance insights.
- Executed a cross-border restructuring that yielded $40M+ in tax savings over five years.
- Streamlined fund tax reporting across jurisdictions, achieving 100% on-time filing and reducing tax prep costs by 25%.
Timeline
Professional Certificate in Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Harvard University
09.2022 - 05.2025
Chief Financial Officer
Alpha Prudence Hedge Fund
01.2012 - Current
VP INTERNAL AUDIT
Citco Fund Services
01.2007 - 10.2007
Auditor
KPMG Peat Marwick
01.2005 - 01.2007
Auditor
Deloitte & Touche
09.2000 - 10.2001
Senior Auditor
KPMG, LLP, Financial Services Assurance
01.1996 - 02.1999
Member of AICPA - Accounting
American Institute of Certfied Public Accountants
Certified Public Accountant - CPA
The University of The State of NY Education Depart
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