Hawwa Wifsha

Key responsibilities included preparing monthly budget forecasts and projections, conducting financial analysis and scenario planning to guide programmatic and strategic decisions, and monitoring program spending to ensure timely vendor payments in compliance with ABA ROLI policies. I also maintained accurate financial records for auditing purposes and reviewed partners' Cash on Hand and financial reports to ensure alignment with ABA ROLI financial regulations, providing guidance to partners to improve the quality of their submissions. Additionally, I worked across regions, managing all subawards and providing training to subaward partners in areas such as financial reporting, budget forecasting, procurement, and adherence to organizational and donor policies. The role also involved overseeing all cash and bank transactions in the Maldives, preparing monthly reports, and ensuring compliance in the procurement of office and program-related goods and services in line with IRI and donor requirements.

Duties and responsibilities included ensuring compliance with ABA and USG policies for assigned programs, working with program staff to meet award terms, and ensuring core systems compliance. I supported contracting and procurement processes, ensuring adherence to ABA policies and updating contract and invoice trackers. I reviewed and submitted invoices to the grant accounting team, assisted with quarterly financial reports, and tracked program spending. Additionally, I served as a point of contact for subawardees, assisted with communications and outreach, and ensured proper implementation and compliance of subawards. I helped develop work plans and timelines, supported data collection, and ensured compliance with data security standards. I participated in program meetings, coordinated with cross-functional teams, and provided drafting and support for proposal development. Additionally, I covered responsibilities for regional staff when they were on leave.

As a field accountant, I managed the regular reporting requirements for the accounting, logistical, and financial operations of the Maldives office, ensuring that financial documents such as rolling budgets and monthly accounting reports were accurately drafted and complied with organizational and donor standards. I oversaw procurement processes for both office and program-related goods and services, ensuring alignment with IRI and donor requirements. Additionally, I maintained accurate records for all financial transactions, supported the preparation of financial audits, ensured compliance with internal controls and financial policies, and monitored cash flow to ensure the timely availability of funds for program activities. I assisted in preparing financial reports for donors and management, reviewed and approved expenditures, and trained field staff on financial management best practices. I also coordinated with program teams to ensure financial processes were in place for smooth program implementation and worked closely with local partners to ensure adherence to financial and procurement guidelines.

As a tax auditor, I enhanced tax compliance by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in financial records. I communicated and resolved technical and controversial tax matters, exercising professional judgment to ensure accurate assessments. My responsibilities included making on-site visits to inspect business operations, activities, and the validity of business tax records, as well as examining and assessing locally-situated personal property. I audited accounting and financial records to ensure compliance with personal property and business taxes as prescribed by law, providing recommendations for improvements and resolving issues to maintain accurate financial reporting. Additionally, I worked closely with businesses to offer guidance on tax regulations, ensuring that all records were up to date and in full compliance with applicable tax laws.

As a statistical officer, I was responsible for data collection and computation related to monthly inflation metrics, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. I assisted in preparing survey questionnaires for the Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES) and the Census, tailoring questions to gather relevant and insightful data. I trained enumerators and conducted surveys across the islands, overseeing the accuracy and reliability of the data collection process. Additionally, I collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze data trends, prepare statistical reports, and present findings to stakeholders. I also ensured that all data collected complied with statistical standards and was stored securely for future use in policy-making and research. My role further involved reviewing and validating data sets, identifying discrepancies, and recommending corrective actions when necessary.