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Qalid Ali

Mogadishu,Somalia

Summary

Finance and grant management professional with 8+ years of experience in ensuring compliance and enhancing financial performance for donor-funded programs. Certified CPA and active ICPAK member with a proven track record in managing multimillion-dollar grants and achieving audit compliance. Proficient in ERP systems such as Maconomy, QuickBooks, and Dynamics NAV, emphasizing internal controls and partner development. Recognized for precision, integrity, and ability to cultivate cross-cultural partnerships.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Country Finance & Compliance Coordinator

Norwegian Church Aid (NCA)
Mogadishu, Somalia
02.2022 - Current
  • Led budget planning, monitoring, and variance analysis (BvA) for multimillion-dollar donor-funded programs, ensuring optimal resource allocation and adherence to NCA/donor policies.
  • Provide strategic oversight of finance, administration, and supply chain functions for donor-funded projects, ensuring alignment with HQ, and strict SOP compliance to enhance efficiency, strengthen accountability, and safeguard donor confidence.
  • Led monthly BvA meetings, burn rate analysis, and advised reallocation strategies.
  • Oversaw ERP financial entries and reconciliations in Maconomy to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  • Coordinated financial due diligence and partner capacity building, strengthening compliance, and sustainability across local partner organizations.
  • Ensured compliance with donor and statutory audit requirements, while streamlining financial reporting cycles, significantly reducing reporting delays.
  • Maintained communication with donors, auditors, and stakeholders on fund management and reporting matters, resolved discrepancies, and supported decision-making.
  • Prepared and submitted donor financial reports, IFRs, and annual statements, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with OCHA, BFTW, GIZ, MFA, and NORAD requirements.
  • Directed efforts to enhance internal controls and operational compliance, conducting periodic risk assessments, and capacity-building for staff, significantly minimizing organizational risk and boosting efficiency.

Senior Auditor & Compliance Officer

Ababsy & Associates LLP
Nairobi, Kenya
05.2020 - 01.2022
  • Conducted audits in line with ISA standards, donor policies. evaluating internal controls and compliance frameworks.
  • Drafted audit findings, management letters, and financial analysis reports, advising clients on resource optimization and corrective measures.
  • Reviewed project budgets, analyzed fund balances, and prepared donor-specific financial reports to support accountability and fund utilization.
  • Provided capacity-building support through partner reviews, training, and compliance assessments.
  • Designed and implemented internal control templates that improved budget monitoring, and are still in use across client accounts.
  • Enhanced audit turnaround time by introducing streamlined procedures and efficient reporting practices.
  • Reviewed internal controls to identify weaknesses and recommend improvements.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing audit findings for management review.
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial statements, accounting systems, and internal controls to assess accuracy of financial reporting.

Senior Finance & Administration Officer

Community Empowerment & Development Action (CEDA)
Dollow, Somalia
09.2016 - 04.2020
  • Managed project budgets, daily financial transactions, donor reporting, and SoE tracking to ensure alignment with internal and donor requirements.
  • Developed an Excel-based, real-time budget monitoring tool, cutting reporting errors and improving fund utilization.
  • Prepared financial documentation for grant renewals, donor audits, and project proposals, supporting successful resource mobilization.
  • Assisted in logistics, payments, and donor audits.
  • Maintained accurate cashbooks, asset inventories, and project records, strengthening compliance and audit readiness.
  • Supported pipeline oversight and financial forecasting, ensuring timely fund allocation, and preventing resource gaps.
  • Developed an Excel-based tracking tool for real-time budget monitoring.
  • Coordinated with program and logistics teams to ensure proper financial controls and donor reporting compliance.
  • Oversaw office filing systems to ensure accurate, easily retrievable documentation, coordinated event logistics and resource allocation, and delivered high-level administrative support to senior management, improving operational efficiency and workflow.

Education

Master of Science - Organizational Development and Management

United States International University Africa
12.2025

Bachelor's Degree - International Business Administration (Finance)

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Fund Oversight
  • Budgeting
  • Resource Allocation
  • Expenditure Forecasting
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Pipeline Risk Mitigation
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Shortfall Management
  • Grant Management
  • Donor Fund Management
  • Compliance Auditing
  • Partner Due Diligence
  • Internal Controls
  • Financial Risk Assessment
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Auditing
  • ERP Systems
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Analysis
  • Management Reporting
  • Capacity Building
  • Staff Supervision
  • Mentoring
  • Executive Briefs
  • SitReps
  • Donor Compliance Reporting
  • Oral Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Project Finance
  • Operational Efficiency

Languages

  • Fluent in Somali
  • Fluent in English
  • Fluent in Kiswahili

References

  • Ebulu George William, Country Director (NCA), george.william.ebulu@nca.no
  • Mohamed Omar Mohamed, Head of finance & Admin Manager, Program Manager (CEDA), momarow@gmail.com
  • CPA/DR. Abdihafid Yarow, Ababsy & Associates- Executive Director, Abdi@Ababsy.com

Courses Workshops Seminars Attended

  • FORENSIC AUDIT PRACTICAL SKILLS WORKSHOP
  • INTERNAL AUDIT, FORENSIC, FRAUD AND RISK MANAGEMENT (WESTERN BRANCH)
  • THE FORENSIC, FRAUD, INTERNAL CONTROLS AND THEIR EFFECTS ON FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (NORTH RIFT BRANCH)
  • ACCOUNTANCY PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE FORUM
  • EXCEL MODELLING PRACTICAL COURSE
  • GRANTS & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FOR NGOs

Certifications Education

  • CPA (K) finalist, Advanced knowledge in financial reporting, auditing, and tax under Kenyan and international frameworks
  • Active member of ICPAK, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya
  • Master of Science in Organizational Development and Management, United States International University Africa, 05/01/25
  • Bachelor's Degree in International Business Administration (Finance)

Timeline

Country Finance & Compliance Coordinator

Norwegian Church Aid (NCA)
02.2022 - Current

Senior Auditor & Compliance Officer

Ababsy & Associates LLP
05.2020 - 01.2022

Senior Finance & Administration Officer

Community Empowerment & Development Action (CEDA)
09.2016 - 04.2020

Master of Science - Organizational Development and Management

United States International University Africa

Bachelor's Degree - International Business Administration (Finance)

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