Ngu Gilbert Njonkep Tekwe

Strategic finance and audit professional with 15+ yrs experience driving financial performance, operational efficiency and compliance across Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Expert in trade finance, credit control, financial reporting and risk management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, implementing ERP systems and delivering measurable results in high-stakes environments. Fluent in English and French, with a global mindset and a passion for transformation. Trade Finance Specialist Euro Exim Bank – London (Remote) | Feb 2022 – Present • • • • Structured and executed trade finance instruments (LCs, SBLCs, BGs, PBs) for clients in 20+ countries, including high-risk emerging markets. Conducted enhanced due diligence and AML/KYC screening for transactions exceeding $10M. Integrated blockchain-based platforms to digitize issuance and reduce fraud risk. Partnered with fintech startups to pilot smart contract solutions for trade settlements. Key Achievements: • Facilitated over $150M in trade transactions with zero compliance breaches. • Cut transaction turnaround time by 60% through digital onboarding and smart workflows. • Ranked top 7% globally for client acquisition and retention performance. AR and Credit Control Manager XYLEM Inc., UAE • • • • Managed $80M+ receivables portfolio across MENA region, optimizing DSO and credit exposure. Led credit risk assessments for 200+ clients, implementing scoring models and risk tiers. Oversaw JV operations in Turkey, aligning financial reporting with IFRS and local GAAP. Spearheaded automation of AR processes using SAP S/4HANA and Power BI dashboards. Leadership & Impact • Strategic Leadership: Led crossborder teams and JV operations, aligning financial strategy with business goals. • Process Innovation: Digitized workflows and introduced automation across AR, audit, and reporting functions. • Global Collaboration: Worked with stakeholders across 10+ countries, navigating cultural and regulatory complexities. • Mentorship: Trained junior staff and built high-performing finance teams in UAE, Turkey, and Cameroon. Education And Certifications • MBA in Financial Risk Management – NIMB Global • ACCA Qualified – United Kingdom • BSc Applied Accounting – Oxford Brookes University • Diploma in Project Management – Alison Academy • Scrum Fundamentals Certified – SCRUMstudy Key Achievements: • Reduced DSO from 78 to 51 days, unlocking $6M in working capital. • Recovered $1.5M+ in aged receivables through strategic negotiations and legal coordination. • Delivered $2.3M in cost savings via process reengineering and vendor renegotiations. • Trained and mentored a team of 12 finance professionals across UAE and Turkey. 1|Page Accountant – Service Division CASIO Middle East, UAE • • • Managed monthly closing, reconciliations and reporting for service operations across GCC. Supported external audits and ensured compliance with Japanese parent company standards. Developed cost allocation models to improve divisional profitability tracking. Key Achievements: • Reduced audit adjustments by 80% through proactive documentation and internal controls. • Implemented KPI dashboards that improved service division margin visibility by 40%. • Led transition to JD Edwards ERP, improving reporting accuracy and speed. Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) Limbe, Cameroon Management Controller (Oct 2011 – Oct 2013) • • • • • Monitored departmental budgets and KPIs across agriculture and manufacturing units. Conducted variance analysis and advised on corrective actions to improve cost efficiency. Internal Auditor (Jul 2009 – Sep 2011) Executed risk-based audits across 15 departments, identifying control gaps and fraud risks. Developed audit frameworks and trained junior auditors. General Ledger Accountant (Aug 2007 – Jun 2009) Maintained GL accounts, prepared financial statements, and supported external audits. Techical Skills Category Finance & Accounting Audit & Taxation ERP & Systems Data & Reporting Languages Tools & Expertise Budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, cost accounting, treasury, consolidation VAT systems, crossborder tax strategy, audit planning, compliance improvement JD Edwards, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle ERP, Sage, SQL, cybersecurity principles Power BI, Excel, Tableau, KPI dashboards, financial analytics Fluent in English and French Career Objective To contribute to global organizations by leveraging my finance and audit expertise, driving operational excellence and fostering sustainable growth. Seeking opportunities that offer professional development, leadership exposure and mobility. Key Achievements Across Roles: • Identified $300K+ in financial discrepancies and led recovery efforts. • Reduced audit exceptions by 40% through control enhancements and staff training. • Played a key role in CDC’s transition to IFRS-compliant reporting. 2|Page