Ameh Josiah Alogwu
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic strategist with over 12 years of experience enhancing efficiency and accuracy in cost and business analysis, resulting in significant improvements in operational performance. Proven ability to manage and resolve complex operational challenges, increasing project visibility and impact. Expertise in financial modeling, data interpretation, and strategic planning, combined with strong analytical skills that drive actionable insights for informed financial decision-making. A track record of inspiring and training teams has led to heightened productivity and substantial contributions to overall business success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
Neptune Pacific Direct Line (NPDL)
09.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Liner shipping and supply chain services company
- Analyze and synthesize extensive data sets, presenting insights in a clear, concise, and visually intuitive manner.
- Develop and manage reports required for forecasting, sales trends, and financial results analysis on Power BI.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to validate financial data accuracy and ensure comprehensive financial reporting across multiple business units.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly close reports (including variance explanations and providing accruals).
- Utilized Cargo Wise ERP, Power BI, and Excel to generate and communicate detailed reports on voyage estimates, shipping operations, and monthly financial closes, improving data accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Proactive performance improvement to identify issues and opportunities, delivering analytical insights and recommendations to improve business performance.
- Maintaining and updating accurate voyage estimates, shipping reports, and monthly close reports.
- Assist with ad-hoc analytical projects.
- Produced detailed project profitability and cost variance reports to senior management that facilitated proactive risk management and resource optimization.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive financial models and dashboards using Power BI to track sales trends, forecast revenue, and analyze financial results, enabling executive-level decision-making.
- Liner shipping and supply chain services company, Auckland
Project Finance Analyst
Group 4 Security Company
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Company Overview: A UK multinational company that specializes in Security solutions, Doha
- Provided project level visibility of cost progress against the currently agreed budget position after the project baseline position has been established.
- Ensured that the baseline budget setup is aligned and comprises of project information including base service cost estimate, base risk allocation (BRA) and Unallocated contingency detailed to WBS Level 4.
- Advised the Commercial Manager & GM on project financial status, providing insights on commitments, ETC, and EAC for improved decision-making.
- Analyzed monthly P&L statements to prepare project-wise profitability reports, highlighting both high and low performing projects.
- Executed revenue and pricing analysis using sensitivity analysis, optimizing bid strategies and achieving increased bid acceptance rates.
- A UK multinational company that specializes in Security solutions, Doha
Project Analyst
SMEET Precast International
05.2014 - 01.2023
- Prepared monthly cost reports, including incurred cost, earned value management reports, and budget vs. forecast variance analysis.
- Reviewed and analyzed operational aspects to prepare daily management reports outlining efficiency of resources vs estimates.
- Established and communicated processes required for effective control and reporting of project lifecycle budgets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to standardize reporting formats and templates, enhancing consistency and accuracy.
Field Cost Controller
AtkinsRéalis
06.2009 - 02.2013
- Conducted impact assessments on design and construction changes, resulting in informed budget adjustments.
- Provided insights on financial performance against budgetary allocations, analyzing Cost Performance Reports.
- Proactively collected data to compute Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP).
- Implemented change control procedures, ensuring alignment with deliverables and stakeholder expectations.
- Monitored cost trends, identifying and suggesting cost-saving measures.
Business Advisor
Standard Chartered Bank (SME Banking)
04.2007 - 05.2009
- Advised clients on financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.
- Performed credit risk analysis, determining client credit worthiness and recommending limits.
- Prepared management reports and correspondence on client activities and market needs.
Account Manager
American International Insurance Company (AIICO)
08.2004 - 03.2007
- Developed and executed strategic account plans, aligning with clients' business objectives and driving revenue growth.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of products/services.
- Managed contract negotiations and renewals, achieving a 95% contract renewal rate.
- Provided reports on account status, sales forecasts, and market trends to senior management.
Business Associate
American International Insurance Company (AIICO)
11.2000 - 07.2004
- Collaborated in the launch of two new product lines, achieving 10% market share within the first year.
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to identify product improvement opportunities.
- Organized quarterly business review meetings, resulting in actionable insights that improved service delivery.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Data Science & Business Analytics
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting
Benue State University
Skills
- Data Analysis / Collation
- Cost Control / Forecasting
- Power BI & Tableau
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Oracle EBS & Sage ERP
- Financial Planning & Business Analysis
- ETL Process
- Project Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Client Management
- Time Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Problem Solving / Planning
- Presentation / Reporting
- Strategic Communication
- Risk / Contingency
Certification
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
Neptune Pacific Direct Line (NPDL)
09.2024 - Current
Project Finance Analyst
Group 4 Security Company
01.2023 - 09.2024
Project Analyst
SMEET Precast International
05.2014 - 01.2023
Field Cost Controller
AtkinsRéalis
06.2009 - 02.2013
Business Advisor
Standard Chartered Bank (SME Banking)
04.2007 - 05.2009
Account Manager
American International Insurance Company (AIICO)
08.2004 - 03.2007
Business Associate
American International Insurance Company (AIICO)
11.2000 - 07.2004
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting
Benue State University
Post Graduate Diploma - Data Science & Business Analytics
University of Texas at Austin
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