Gideon C.
Senior Internal Auditor
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Gideon O. is a seasoned Internal Auditor and finance leader with over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, oil & gas, insurance, travel, and media production sectors. At Vixa Pharmaceutical Limited, Gideon directed enterprise-wide internal audits, aligning IFRS-based reporting with GAAP, and ensuring SOX compliance and PCAOB audit readiness. He has overseen the reconciliation of ₦1.2B in inventory and reduced financial discrepancies by 25%. At Therismos Networks Limited, he managed financial controls and prepared statements for large-scale productions, ensuring strict financial reporting standards and cost efficiencies. Previously, as Senior Accountant with Uche Nwokedi & Co., Gideon supported multinational oil & gas clients, led teams, and implemented internal control frameworks that improved audit readiness and compliance. His technical expertise spans tools like Excel, QuickBooks, and Sage 50, driving accuracy and effective risk mitigation.
Experience
Head of Internal Audit
Vixa Pharmaceutical Limited · 2024 — PresentDirected comprehensive internal audits throughout the organization, ensuring compliance with PCAOB and SOX by aligning IFRS-based reporting with GAAP standards. Developed and established internal control frameworks across finance, inventory, and operations, significantly minimizing financial discrepancies. Conducted reconciliations for inventory valued at ₦1.2B, identifying and rectifying variances amounting to ₦75M. Generated audit reports for executive leadership, pinpointing control gaps and advising on corrective measures to mitigate risk exposure. Validated trade receivables/payables exceeding ₦500M and established aging schedules that enhanced collections.Production Accountant
Therismos Networks Limited · 2022 — 2024Compiled financial statements for multiple productions while ensuring adherence to GAAP standards and MNET contractual obligations. Implemented financial controls that curtailed production overspending and maintained accuracy in managing ledgers and reconciliations for project budgets surpassing ₦800M. Prepared variance reports that aided in preventing budget overruns and provided strategic recommendations to executive producers. Managed petty cash and vendor payments, achieving reductions in processing time through effective workflow improvements.Senior Accountant
Uche Nwokedi & Co. · 2010 — 2023Oversaw financial operations for international Oil & Gas clients, ensuring compliance with GAAP through alignment of IFRS reports. Managed budgeting and forecasting, contributing to overhead cost reductions and enhancing cash flow visibility. Established internal controls that ensured SOX compliance and minimized financial discrepancies. Directed a team of accountants, improving month-end close efficiency and audit readiness. Provided financial guidance that secured client contracts worth over ₦500M.Agency Supervisor
Bon Voyage Travel (Nig.) Ltd · 2007 — 2010Oversaw corporate travel arrangements for a diverse client base, enhancing client retention through improved service delivery. Resolved cancellation disputes that recovered potential losses and identified upselling opportunities that contributed to increased annual revenue.Account Officer
AIICO Insurance Plc · 2005 — 2008Handled client portfolios with emphasis on increasing policy renewals. Assisted clients in coverage selection, enhancing overall satisfaction.Account Officer
ExxonMobil Oil Nig. Plc · 2001 — 2004Prepared various management and production reports, as well as documentation for payroll and inventory related to monthly operations exceeding ₦200M. Streamlined reporting processes to reduce preparation time and improved warehouse organization, positively influencing supply chain efficiency.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in AccountingUniversity of Abuja · — — 2004
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