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MBALLU TURAY

Freetown,Sierra Leone

Summary

Seasoned auditing and accounting professional knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities.

Aim to contribute to organizational objectives of growth, profitability, and sustainability. A proponent of change management and continuous learning processes for the achievement of organizational goals. Also share the firm commitment and adherence to working under pressure to achieve targets.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager of Internal Audit

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2017 - Current
  • Develope comprehensive audit plans to address identified risks, ensuring timely and effective execution.
  • Strengthen the Trust's overall control environment by identifying weaknesses and recommending corrective actions.
  • Manage a high-performing team of 6 auditors, fostering professional growth through mentorship and ongoing training initiatives.
  • Ensure timely completion of audits by creating detailed schedules and allocating resources effectively.
  • Conduct investigations on benefits claim files and issues relating to suspicious transactions for legitimacy and to confirm authentication of documents

Deputy Manager of Internal Audit

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Enhanced internal control systems by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and implementing improvement strategies.
  • Performed and reported on the audit of the Trust’s records and activities, including identifying issues, reviewing and analyzing evidences, and documenting processes and procedures.
  • Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Strengthened the Trust's overall control environment by identifying weaknesses and recommending corrective actions.
  • Developed strong relationships with cross-functional teams across the organization to facilitate open communication channels during audit engagements.
  • Was responsible for the supervision and performance management of 3 Audit officers.

Assistant Manager of Internal Audit & Quality Ass

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Assessing and reporting on compliance with policies and procedures as set out in the operation manuals.
  • Conducted risk assessment and reporting on the Trust’s investments
  • Conducted regular follow-up reviews to ensure that previously identified concerns were addressed appropriately in a timely manner.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Ensured adherence to professional standards in all aspects of the audit process, upholding the integrity of audit work performed.

Pension Supervisor and Benefit Officer

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2004 - 01.2009
  • Supervision of pension cashiers and generating daily and weekly report on pension payments.
  • Reconciliation of cash book
  • Ensuring that funds are available for pension payment
  • Monitoring key performance indicators on pension payments
  • Processing benefit claims and ensuring payments are consistent with procedures.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.

Inspector

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Responsible for managing members’ registration and records Identification and registration of new employees to the scheme
  • Assist in processing benefit payments
  • Assist in disseminating and educating the public about the scheme
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.

Education

Professional Accountancy (UK MSc. Equivalent) - Accounting

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
United Kingdom
12.2015

Associate of Science - Accounting

University of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone
06.2001

Skills

  • Microsoft and Accounting ERP Software
  • Fraud Detection
  • Risk Assessment
  • Team Leadership
  • Quality Assurance
  • Audit Management
  • Risk Management
  • International Accounting Standards
  • Financial Controls
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Financial Statements
  • Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

Certification

  • ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Training

  • 06/2016, West African Bankers’ Association, Credit Risk Management, Freetown, Sierra Leone
  • 08/2014, MIS Training Institute, Risk Based Internal Audit, London, United Kingdom
  • 09/2011, West African Bankers’ Association/Institute of Research and Policy Management, Strategic Financial Management and Expenditure Control, Freetown, Sierra Leone

Timeline

Senior Manager of Internal Audit

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2017 - Current

Deputy Manager of Internal Audit

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2015 - 01.2016

Assistant Manager of Internal Audit & Quality Ass

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2010 - 01.2015

Pension Supervisor and Benefit Officer

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2004 - 01.2009

Inspector

National Social Security And Insurance Trust
01.2002 - 01.2003

Professional Accountancy (UK MSc. Equivalent) - Accounting

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Associate of Science - Accounting

University of Sierra Leone

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