CHURCHILL ADIKA
Summary
Results-driven Finance and Operations professional with over 14 years of CPA-qualified experience. Demonstrated success in managing diverse functional areas, including operations, compliance, IT, and human resources. Skilled in project management and staff development, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance team performance. Established strong partnerships with key funding organizations such as USAID, UN, DFID/FCDO, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialist
Global, Chemonics International Inc
Nairobi
02.2023 - Current
- Deliver exceptional financial and operational leadership by ensuring excellence in financial management, accountability, and integrity, while guiding country teams in capacity building and effective budget coordination aligned with Chemonics' strategic objectives.
- Lead a global mobility program for 50+ employees across six countries, navigating complex immigration policies and mitigating compliance risks, resulting in zero policy violations and seamless international assignments.
Director of Operations and Human Resource
Chemonics International Inc
12.2017 - 02.2023
- Directed financial and operational strategies for a $48M USAID-funded project in Kenya, achieving 98% compliance in audits and cultivating robust stakeholder relationships
- Led a procurement team of ten, securing over 10% of annual cost savings across different budget lines
- Developed a supplier management system that enhanced compliance and expanded the supplier base, promoting diversity and inclusivity
- Led process improvement initiatives, achieving a 20% reduction in costs and over 10% in procurement cycle times
- Managed and motivated a diverse team of 50, enhancing overall productivity by 30%
- Championed a project-wide diversity and inclusion initiative, resulting in a 30% increase in workforce diversity and a 15% boost in employee satisfaction
- Revamped compensation structures through market research, leading to a 15% decrease in turnover rates by ensuring equitable salaries
- Established a comprehensive compliance program that reduced legal risks by 30% over two years
- Improved adherence to compliance policies through audits and investigations, increasing compliance by 20%
- Strategized and executed a complete operational overhaul using Lean methodology, resulting in a 20% improvement in operational efficiency
Finance and Administration Manager
John Snow Incorporated, JSI
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Ensured robust financial and accounting controls aligned with industry’s best practices, guaranteeing secure cash management, data integrity, and timely, accurate financial reporting
- Championed the timely development of comprehensive activity budgets in collaboration with technical teams, prioritizing resource allocation effectively
- Implemented a stringent internal control system, swiftly addressing any violations to uphold organizational integrity
- Led HR functions, ensuring compliance with local labor and tax laws, as well as USAID regulations through necessary legal consultations
- Supervised and empowered direct reports, providing coaching, constructive feedback, and essential support to drive performance excellence
Senior Finance and Operations Officer
09.2014 - 03.2016
- (IBTCI)
- Ensuring financial integrity by managing robust controls and standards, aligning with IBTCI and industry best practices, resulting in secure cash management, reliable financial reporting, and timely data accuracy
- Collaborated effectively with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, and cross-functional teams to optimize budgeting, disbursement, and reporting of project resources, driving successful project outcomes
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of project protocols and processes alongside multiple teams, achieving a 20% increase in operational efficiencies across the board
Finance and Grants Officer
International Business and Technical
11.2013 - 08.2014
- Consultants, Inc
- (IBTCI)
- Conducted thorough reviews of budgets, financial reports, bank reconciliations, and cash requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Delivered financial and grants management training, reviewed audit terms of reference, engaged auditors, and proactively implemented audit recommendations, achieving a 20% reduction in delays
- Maintained meticulous record-keeping and enforced expense procedures for operational and project expenditures, ensuring adherence to USAID and IBTCI regulations
Finance and Grants Officer
Kenya
03.2012 - 11.2013
- KeNAAM)
- Spearheaded financial record management and crafted insightful financial reports, driving a 10% reduction in overhead costs through data analysis and strategic recommendations
- Collaborated in the creation of annual budgets and financial plans, enhancing financial performance by 10%
- Coordinated audits ensuring compliance and accelerated resolution of issues
Project Accountant
Steiner School Educational Trust
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Prepared daily financial transactions and reconciliations, enhancing accuracy of financial records by 30%
- Developed and delivered monthly financial reports, resulting in a 15% decrease in data processing time
- Conducted in-depth analysis of financial statements, empowering management to make informed decisions
- Executed journal entries and account reconciliations, increasing account accuracy by 20%
- Optimized the annual budget process, reducing preparation time by 20% while significantly enhancing accuracy
Education
Master of Science - Finance
University of Nairobi
12.2015
Certified Publics Accountants (CPA) -
Strathmore University
06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Nairobi
12.2011
Skills
- SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Financial management and reporting
- Operations Oversight
- Human Resources Management
- Procurement & Contracting
- Risk management
- Project Management
- Audit Management & Assurance
- Grants Management
- Budget and Budgetary Controls
- SOFT SKILLS
- Networking and collaboration
- Team Management and Leadership
- Ownership and Teamwork
- Training and Facilitation
- Mentorship and Capacity building
- Excellent communication
- Problem solving
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Ongoing
- Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
Affiliations
- Community Service: Planting Trees
Interests
- Community Service - Planting Trees
Languages
English
First Language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Specialist
Global, Chemonics International Inc
02.2023 - Current
Director of Operations and Human Resource
Chemonics International Inc
12.2017 - 02.2023
Finance and Administration Manager
John Snow Incorporated, JSI
03.2016 - 11.2017
Senior Finance and Operations Officer
09.2014 - 03.2016
Finance and Grants Officer
International Business and Technical
11.2013 - 08.2014
Finance and Grants Officer
Kenya
03.2012 - 11.2013
Project Accountant
Steiner School Educational Trust
08.2011 - 03.2012
Certified Publics Accountants (CPA) -
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Nairobi
Master of Science - Finance
University of Nairobi
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