Ilomuanya Chiamaka

CHIAMAKA ILOMUANYA,PMP ® Address: Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria Phone No. - • Email:-LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/chiamaka-linda-ilomuanya- PROJECT MANAGER | FINANCIAL MANAGER PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY An experienced professional with years of experience in project and financial management. Proficient in planning and implementing assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery despite strict time constraints, and coordinating with cross-discipline team members to ensure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules. Competent in performing in-depth competitor analysis & evaluating the financial performance of market share to determine financial standing and develop strategic plans to foster business goals. Skilled in interpersonal and communication skills to build solid and lasting relationships with cross-functional teams and clients. SKILLS/QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS • • • • • • • • • Professional background in corporate finance, project management, project execution, & project planning. Competent in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, accounts receivable, economics and finance. Skilled in using communication skills to resolve conflicts & problem-solving skills to develop strategic solutions. Proficient in analytical, interpersonal, decision-making, workforce planning, negotiations, and attention to detail. Fluent in English language (speaking & writing); Capable of using organizational skills to manage multiple tasks. Expertise in team leadership, digital communications, internal and external communications, and data analytics. Proven expertise in ERP software, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage 50, data analysis, business development & sales. Acquired skills in providing Team Leadership to 10+ teams to motivate & guide them for development & growth Adept at using interpersonal skills to build solid, trusting relationships with teams, clients, and stakeholders. CORE COMPETENCES • • • • • Agile Methodologies: Knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and corresponding software like Jira or Trello for Agile project management. Accounting Software: Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage for financial data management and reporting. Earned Value Management (EVM): Understanding and application of EVM principles and software for project cost and performance tracking. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software: Proficiency in CRM systems like Salesforce, Microsoft AX Dynamics for internal and external client interactions and sales. Project Management Software: Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Project, orr similar software for project planning, scheduling, and task management. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Project Manager | Executive Assistant to the CEO • SoundCore Group • Sept 2022 – Date. • • • • • • • • • Introduced new tools and processes to internal teams, increasing administrative task efficiency by 20%. Managed a team to develop a series of Industry specific business plans and prospectus for 20+ clients. Collaborated with the Finance Manager to develop the business valuation of the company and that of clients. Saved $5,000 by renegotiating the contract with the vendors who supplied costly executive-requested items. Reported through agreed channels on project progress through highlight reports and end-stage assessments. Managed team members, including project managers, designers, programmers, analysts, and other professionals Consistently completed projects ahead of schedule, increasing customer satisfaction and retention by over 30%. Co-created high-level company roadmap to develop new capabilities and offerings, increasing potential client pool. Collaborated with executives to mitigate risk and establish new processes and procedures to reduce errors by 50%. • • Managed calendar of appointments, completed expense reports, prepared correspondences/arranged travel plans. Coordinated critical aspects of deliverables with hands-on approach, including drafting memos, acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitated the CEO's ability to lead the company effectively. Finance Executive • JMG Nigeria Limited • Mar 2021 – Jul 2022. • • • • • • • Implemented a unique financial reporting system, which increased reporting efficiency by over 45%. Developed an Excel model that was used In the calculation of Income and expenditures for the organization. Monitored and analyzed financial trends that were used In making Informed decisions by the management team Scrutinized KPIs regularly and made risk and probability analyses that detected deviations from budgets. Conducted daily and monthly reconciliation and analysis of bank accounts on the Microsoft AX Dynamics software. Increased efficiency by 25% by upgrading accounting programs/evolved systems from spreadsheets to Sage 50 Managed the calculation and computation of telexes, form m charges, letters of credit charges, bills for collection remittances, and SONCAP charges. OTHER EXPERIENCE Relationship Manager – Ankorpointe Integrated Limited (Oil & Gas Servicing) Nov 2018 – Jan 2021. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION • • • • • • Bachelor of Science – Accounting (Specialization in Finance) Project Management – International Business Management Institute (IBMI). Non-Profit Financial Stewardship Webinar – Harvard University. Forward Africa Program – McKinsey & Company Academy. PMP® -Project Management Professional Certification ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - In view.