Joanne Ayodi

ABRIDGED CURRICULUM VITAE Address: Sandton, South Africa JOANNE AYODI Contact Number:- IMBA Financial Management | BSc Accounting Executive Project & Programme Management Professional EXECUTIVE PROFILE Email:-LinkedIn Associate Programme Director Throughout her 24-year career, spanning from foundational roles in financial management to strategic leadership positions in programme management, Joanne Ayodi has distinguished herself as a leader known for driving high-stakes initiatives across Europe, Africa, India, the Middle East, the USA, and the Caribbean. With 15 years of hands-on project management experience, she has led global deployments, overseeing the seamless integration of IT and fintech solutions. At the forefront of innovation, Joanne bridges the gap between strategic vision and operational execution. Her expertise in stakeholder engagement and risk management has ensured the timely and agile implementation of critical projects, setting new standards for efficiency and collaboration. Notable achievements include, implementing Oracle systems across 27 African countries; transitioning finance processes from 13 African countries to shared service centres in India; acting as the primary liaison between these countries and the India Global Delivery Service centres; and leading the deployment of a global business transformation powered by SAP in 13 African countries, 17 European countries, as well as in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, supported by a global shared services centre for over 80,000 staff. Joanne’s leadership extends to establishing Centres of Excellence within organisations, driving operational efficiencies, introducing novel business strategies, and significantly reducing administrative burdens. She fosters an environment of continuous improvement, optimising business processes and enhancing productivity across multiple service lines. Beyond her technical expertise, Joanne is a visionary in change management. She guides organisations through significant transitions by executing comprehensive communication strategies, robust training programmes, and thorough business readiness assessments. Her efforts ensure alignment with organisational goals and stakeholder expectations. With a strong foundation in financial management, Joanne has managed and reported on complex budgets, ensuring financial prudence and accountability across large-scale programmes. Her strategic insights and operational acumen have been instrumental in guiding informed decision-making processes, contributing to the overall effectiveness and success of the organisation she has served. As a proactive leader in data privacy and protection, Joanne has managed initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining high levels of data integrity. Her mindful approach to project management and adherence to best practices, combined with expertise in engineering and reviewing AI-generated content for coherence and factual accuracy, has fortified organisational resilience in an increasingly data-driven world. Joanne’s ability to pioneer initiatives and her commitment to fostering inclusive, empowered teams make her an invaluable asset to any organisation seeking to enhance its programme and project management capabilities, drive forward ambitious projects, and achieve impactful results. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Deloitte CAREER HIGHLIGHTS 2025 to Date - Application Project Manager - Recognitions: Unpack and map various activities, timelines, and responsibilities. Conduct regular check-ins with stakeholders to monitor the status of deliverables. Manage and consolidate deliverables. Assist with reporting and providing feedback. 1 | Page - Recognised as one of 35 top global professionals chosen to join the esteemed Finance Leadership Academy in 2020. Selected to participate in both the EY Africa Talent Academy and the EY Africa Women’s Network in 2018. Ernst & Young Associate Programme Director Africa Strategic Projects 2000 to- to 2024 Project Mercury – EMEIA | March 2021 to February 2023: - Directed the project management office for the EMEIA rollout, spanning 17 countries. - Spearheaded the SAP implementation for EY India’s 40,000 staff and Global Delivery Services’ 75,000 staff across 7 countries. - Advanced EY’s strategic agenda for the fiscal year in partnership with Executive - leadership. Established Centres of Excellence across all service lines, focusing on optimising efficiency and reducing administrative burdens for Client Service teams. Piloted financial projects to streamline operations and maximise productivity. Project managed data privacy and protection initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance and securing confidential information. Area Deployment & PMO Lead EMEIA Mercury (SAP) Programme - Country Executives, Global and Area leadership teams, and external vendors. Anticipated and addressed potential risks to prevent any delays and ensure timely project delivery. Championed regional change management efforts, involving stakeholder engagement, communication plans, training initiatives, and business readiness evaluations. Reviewed and adjusted resource allocations and prudently managed the EMEIA programme budget in line with global financial governance standards. Associate Programme Director Africa Strategic Projects - Led a comprehensive global business transformation initiative leveraging SAP. - Coordinated the rollout in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana in April 2017. - Managed the deployment in Nigeria, Ghana, and Mauritius in October 2019. - Oversaw the final phase in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi in January 2021. 2021 to 2023 - Facilitated the seamless integration of the Mercury solution in collaboration with - Programme Mercury – Africa | July 2014 to March 2021: 2019 to 2021 - Oversaw the successful implementation and adoption of EY’s NextWave Technology GFIS Implementation – Africa | August 2005 to January 2012: - service offering across Africa, including associated frameworks. - Led Africa's change management efforts, executing Project Safari across 13 countries as part of EY's global SAP deployment, Programme Mercury. - Developed and enforced a comprehensive migration strategy, framework, and policy for compliant data storage as the Africa Project Manager. Associate Director-Deployment Lead Africa Programme Mercury (SAP) Directed the functional implementation of the Oracle-based Global Financial Information System (GFIS) across 27 African nations. GFIS Implementation – Caribbean | February to December 2007: - 2014 to 2019 Led the functional implementation of an integrated global financial system in the Bahamas, Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands. - Directed the pioneering SAP deployment, setting up robust project and business AREAS OF EXPERTISE frameworks to support the Mercury Initiative in Southern Africa. - Supervised a diverse team exceeding 150 project members across various countries, - Agile & Waterfall - AI-Generated Content Review - Budgeting & Cost Control - Business Planning & Strategy Development - Business Process Re-Engineering - Business Readiness Assessment - Business Transformation - Managed the global rollout of the Backlog Project, ensuring leadership teams received - Change & Transition Management precise revenue forecasts. Oversaw the Margin Initiative, providing crucial profitability metrics to leadership and Client Service teams. - Client Relationship Management - Corporate Governance - Cross-Functional Collaboration - Data Privacy & Protection - Enablement - End-to-End Programme & Project Management (Financial, IT, & Strategic) - ensuring focused prioritisation and timely project completion. Provided regular updates on progress, identified risks, and mitigation strategies to the Africa Executive, Global Delivery Services, and Global Programme leadership teams. Managed the coordination and oversight of seven interrelated projects essential to the success of Project Safari across Africa. Associate Director Global Markets Finance - Senior Finance Manager Finance Controller Africa 2013 to 2014 2009 to 2012 - Led the implementation and training efforts for the Oracle-based GFIS across 25 African countries, providing ongoing pre- and post-deployment support. 2 | Page - Regularly reviewed and analysed financial performance and budgets for 28 countries, 2000 to 2005 - Financial Accounting Financial Analysis & Reporting Financial Management Financial Technology Forecasting KPI Management & Reporting Leadership & Team Management Managerial Financial Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing Negotiation Performance Improvement Pre & Post-Deployment Support Presentations & Reporting Process Mapping, Analysis, & Optimisation Project Framework Development Prompt Engineering & Review Regulatory Compliance Research & Fact-Checking Requirements Analysis Resource Allocation Risk Assessment & Mitigation SAP Integration & Solutions Deployment Stakeholder Liaison Virtual Team Building - Leveraged inventory balance analyses to strategize and implement efficient inventory - Workload Prioritisation ensuring accuracy and addressing potential financial constraints. - Delivered actionable insights to Country Finance teams and the Africa CFO, facilitating informed decision-making. Finance & Operations Manager Tax & Transaction Services 2007 to 2009 - Oversaw monthly account reconciliations, including preparing reports, identifying discrepancies, and recommending corrective actions. - Facilitated informed decision-making and organisational efficiency by presenting financial and operational performance reports for the committee, departmental head, and central Finance review. GFIS Functional Finance Lead Bahamas, Bermuda, & Cayman Islands (BBC) 2007 - Established standardised processes to streamline operational efficiency and clearly defined roles for GFIS-related services. - Provided extensive training on GFIS functionalities, including engagement economics and planning tools, to Client Service teams. - Compiled and presented progress reports to New York-based stakeholders. National Finance Manager South Africa 2005 to 2007 - Played a pivotal role in recruiting and training a team of over 30 Engagement Assistants and Financial Management Associates across four regional offices. - Presented training sessions to Client Service teams, providing insights on cost - management and planning tool functionalities to ensure optimal use of the GFIS solution. Financial Management Associate United States of America - management solutions, optimising inventory levels and reducing slow-moving stock. Designed and implemented customised billing and collection strategies for clients, optimising invoicing processes. Maintained detailed records of client engagements. QUALIFICATIONS Master of International Business Administration in Financial Management Bachelor of Science in Accounting COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Grayston Preparatory School 2023 to Date Board Member | Head of Finance Committee Project Girls for Girls South Africa 2021 to Date Board Member | Finance Director | Mentor Freida Hartley Women’s Shelter 2011 to Date Donor Tswelopele Girls Club 2009 to Date Treasurer | Mentor @EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age 2021 to 2024 Ernst & Young Global Training: Accelerate Building Strategic Agility | Behavioural Economics & Neuromarketing | Counselling Excellence – Challenging Conversations | Data Protection Fundamentals | Discover Your Purpose | Harnessing the Power of AI | Highest Performing Teams | Inclusive Leadership | Introduction to Agile Methods | Project & Change Management | Project Management & Presentation | Storytelling to Influence | Thriving Performance Beyond Resolutions | Transformative Leadership | Unconscious Bias Awareness Training Mentor EY Ripples | 100 Mentors 2020 to 2024 Mentor 3 | Page Comprehensive CV available upon request. 4 | Page