Nuhu Mohammed Gala

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Franklin, MA 02038

907-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nuhu-mohammed-079133210/ Summary:

● 25 years of expertise in optimizing fiscal health and transforming business decision-making through data insights and automated reporting, Financial Proficiency, Budgeting, and Analysis, and Treasury experience in implementing, customizing, configuring, integrating, testing, document preparing user training, and production support.

● Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and NAIC to investment accounting and reporting and comfortable expertise in Excel (Vlook-up, Pivot Table, Macros & Shortcuts), QlikView, SQL, Hyperion, ERP, and Automation.

● Strategic business partner to C-suite, advising on impacts of potential decisions, including M&A due diligence, Savvy in building finance functions from the ground up, pioneering new financial models, and heading global initiatives.

● Track record of raising profitability, uncovering high-impact issues, and rolling out new technologies.

● Managed budgets up to $1.2B and globally dispersed, cross-functional teams.

● Operations Manager 3 years reporting for $500M+ in revenue, as well as FP&A, accounting, treasury, billing, and A/P. Head M&A financial due diligence, integration, and spinoff transactions for all pooling and captive/brokerage businesses.

● Report to the CFO with a dotted line to the company CEO and executive members for insurance, corporate, and public entity services. Conduct financial analysis and present financial performance to the Chairman of the Board and CEO monthly. Formulate commercial business annual budget plans and monthly forecast schedules.

● Improved strategic planning and accountability, uncovered performance issues with a major business to restore year-end margin to budgeted performance. Architected a suite of reports with year-to-date and monthly, bottom-up forecasts of financial data at a granular level, originating from business leaders.

● Facilitated reversal of YoY margin declines in Risk Control practice, raising margin by 1.18%.

● Assessed revenue and resource utilization via activity-based costing (ABC) analysis; results were leveraged to pivot strategy and reorganize product offerings and services.

● Key role in 8% reduction in the cost of a Pooling M&A deal. Performed acquisition financial due diligence on the pool, used in negotiations Halted revenue leakage, and recovered $590K in unbilled claims. Discovered missed billing, alerted the billing department, and created and implemented a financial control system.

Skills:

● Leadership

● Finance With experience in US GAAP

● Valuation

● Treasury Management

● Accounting Business Classifications

● Financial Planning & Analysis

● Data Analytics

● IFRS

● Budget Development

● KPIs & Metrics

● Accounting related to All aspects of Mortgage Banking

● Financial Modeling

● Process Improvement

● Coaching & Mentoring

● PowerPoint

Education:

Grand Canyon University - Start Date 06/20/2024 End Date 12/03/2024 Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy Georgetown University

Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration (Finance) Miami Dade Community College

Associate’s, Accounting and Finance

Certificate:

Chartered Financial Analyst Certificate (CFA)

Experience:

CAREONE NEW ENGLAND (BUTLER HOSPITAL and BROWN UNIVERSITY) Mar2021 – Oct 2023

Assistant Controller

● Results-driven Grants Manager with 4 years of experience in effectively overseeing the full lifecycle of grant development, administration, and management.

● Adept at securing funding for nonprofit organizations, evaluating grant proposals, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

● Skilled in building strong relationships with stakeholders, streamlining processes, and maximizing funding opportunities. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a keen attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

● Managed and secured over $15.9 million in grant funding for various nonprofit organizations in the state significantly contributing to the growth and impact of these organizations within their communities.

● Successfully implemented a comprehensive grant tracking system, which increased efficiency and accuracy in reporting by 35% leading to better transparency and accountability for grantors and stakeholders.

● Developed and delivered training workshops on grant writing and managed over 200 nonprofit professionals enhancing their skills and capacity to secure vital funding for their causes. MASSACHUSETTS DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AGENCY Sep 2022 - Mar 2023 Loan Administrator/Fiscal Officer (Temp)

● Working together in collaboration with the different departments to maintain a smooth operation of community investment and real estate transactions the agency works with local and regional banks e.g. First Citizens Bank, and Silicon Valley Bank.

● Mass Development Finance Agency helps personal, business, commercial, and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Mass Development Finance Agency has built a unique legacy of strength, stability, and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. Mass Development

● Finance Agency offers an array of general community investment and real estate transaction services including a network of more than 50 branches within the state.

● Working with the managing director, and loan administrator of MIFA is a key leader in driving solutions and change, cross-functionally MIFA the state’s economic development and finance agency, works with businesses, nonprofits, financial institutions, and communities to stimulate

\economic growth across the Commonwealth. Through these collaborations, we help create jobs, increase the number of housing units, revitalize urban environments, and address factors limiting economic growth including transportation, energy, and infrastructure deficiencies.

● Additional responsibilities to the Portfolio Group serve the agency as its Loan Operations area in booking, administering, and maintaining loans and credit enhancement facilities, which are approved and issued by the Lending Group.

● Insurance Tracking and Renewals, UCC Tracking and Renewals, Collateral Release, Loan Payoffs and Mortgage Discharges, Real Estate Procedures, Warrant Procedures, Marketable Securities

● Procedures, Flood Zone Determination, Completing audit confirmations, and Miscellaneous. BANK OF AMERICA Jan 2019 - Nov 2022

Senior Internal Auditor Global Financial Crimes

● My responsibilities included expertise in BSA/AML and fraud-related risks with a focus on data, data quality, data flows, and a solid business understanding of the application of these risks within a large financial institution. Knowledge of key business segments including retail, banking, capital markets, etc.

● Expertise in US financial crime regulations including Bank Secrecy.

● Managing a team of 15 team members and Monitoring the A/P and A/R Department.

● Perform data analysis on Financial Crimes and Fraud systems to identify potential and emerging risks and control deficiencies and produce trending analysis reports.

● Support the execution of the annual BSA independent audit as well as regulatory and partner exams by creating presentation materials and providing timely responses to inquiries.

● Designed and performed compliance audit procedures, including identifying issues, reviewing evidence, and documenting processes, aligning with the work done in SOX testing, which also requires verifying compliance with internal controls and regulations.

● Manage staff during audit engagements and provide feedback on work performed.

● Design and perform compliance audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting processes. Leverage available data and analytical tools during the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of audit delivery.

● Communicate the results of audit projects to management (written reports/oral presentations).

● Establish and build working relationships with internal and external management.

● Perform AML risk assessments of business activities, potential risk exposures, and materiality of loss.

● Demonstrates experience in managing integrated internal audit and assurance delivery. Effective influence skills in communicating findings, Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.

● Strong interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels of internal and external audit and management.

● Maintains business partner relationships, primarily with line management, to develop business knowledge.

● Exercises sound knowledge of product, business, and technical expertise to effectively challenge management to improve the control environment.

SILICON VALLEY BANK, New York Feb 2019 - Apr 2021

Swift Bank to Bank Payments Officer & Business Analyst (Remote)

● The Payments Specialist has an in-depth understanding of US Fed Wire and Swift payment protocols.

● Familiarity with systems such as TIER and Instruct is a plus. The ability to understand complex operating models and develop sound solutions that can work across geographical and product lines is critical.

● Provide input and expertise to Shareholder Services transformation projects around payments.

● Develop a strong understanding of the current state of operations and provide guidance and direction

for the team to achieve the desired state.

● Led and trained team members globally on Swift and other payment-related topics.

● The Structure of A SWIFT Message: Guide and explained as GPI (Global Payment

● Innovations) different message types are required Unique End-to-End Transaction

● Reference the SWIFT standard MT, MT103, MT103R REMITTANCE, MT103 STP, MT202,

● MT202 COV, MT205, MT 205 COV.

● Performed end-to-end transaction processing for GPI

● Microsoft Office, SQL, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamic, Systems, Metavante, and Encompass. Delivered responsibility for vehicle loan title track

● Provide input and expertise to Shareholder Services transformation projects around payments.

● Researched fund terms, fund accounting, and funding dynamics of private markets funds.

● Trained in Multi Currency Horizon (MCH) and MCH accounting system.

● Led and trained team members globally on Swift and other payment-related topics.

● Facilitated meetings with members to provide loan servicing support and reference multiple data sources.

BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMAN Apr 2017 - Nov 2019

Global Banking & Markets Operations

Derivatives Regulations Reporting Analyst

● Responsibilities include the following: Subject matter expertise (e.g. CFTC, SEC, and SEC obligations)

● Perform analysis to detect anomalies in the reporting data, and investigate reporting issues demonstrating

an aptitude to work with a range of data sets from big data to samples

● Advise on regulatory risk and requirements to facilitate commercial activity

● Analysis of internal client and external regulatory inquiries

● Identifying solutions to correct system issues, documenting requirements to high quality, performing

tests to identify an accurate resolution.

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF MARYLAND May 2014- July 2017 Home Lending Advisor and Closer

● As Home Lending Advisors, we take care of all our clients on a first-class journey to home ownership

and deliver strong sales results.

● Exceptional knowledge and understanding of home lending products to good use by serving my customers who are my chief point of contact throughout the life of the loan. I adhere to all regulatory requirements while marketing and promoting the financial products offered by First National Bank of Maryland.

● Home lending specialist at any branch, and I have the opportunity to coach and mentor the branch team by providing training on products and services. We always work together with other bankers, and commercial and residential mortgage banks/lenders also experienced in credit analysis for loan underwriting and advising for prime and subprime lending. NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER Aug 2010 - Mar 2012 Assistant Grants Manager Department of Space Science Engineering Research

● Managed over $11.75 Billion in grant funding for community development initiatives across the state

resulting in the creation of 20 new local projects and a 15% increase in overall funding for the organization.

● Streamlined the grant application process leading to a 25% reduction in administrative time spent on

grant submissions and a 30% increase in the number of successful applications.

● Developed and maintained relationships with over 50 key grant-making organizations resulting in a 40% increase in collaboration opportunities and a 20% increase in funding support for the organization.

PRICE WATERHOUSE Accounting and Auditing Corporation June 2011 - Dec 2014 1730 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC 20006

Staff Accountant/Auditor

My day-to-day responsibilities are accounts payable and accounts receivable are two essential components of a company’s financial management system, but they serve different purposes. Reflects an obligation to make payments in the future. As a staff accountant, I would monitor AP by tracking invoices, processing payments, and ensuring timely settles to maintain good relationships with our suppliers and avoid late fees or penalties. On the other hand, accounts receivable refers to the money owed to a company its customers for products or services provided on credit. It is considered an asset because it signifies expected cash inflows from clients. In managing AR, my role involves creating and sending invoices, monitoring payment due dates, and following overdue balances to ensure prompt collection and maintain a healthy cash flow business.

During my time at PwC, I was responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements every month. This involved consolidating various departments, ensuring the accuracy of the information, and creating income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. My role also required me to perform variance analysis by comparing actual results against budgeted figures, identifying discrepancies, and providing explanations for any significant variance. I have had the opportunity to assist with an external audit during my previous role as a junior accountant. My primary responsibility was to gather and organize all necessary financial documents required by the auditors. This included invoices, bank statements, tax filings, and payroll records. I also worked closely with our senior accountant to ensure that all accounting was accurate and up-to-date before the audit began. We reviewed the general ledger for any discrepancies and made adjustments as needed. Throughout the audit process served as a point of contact between the auditors and our team, addressing any questions or concerns they had and providing additional information when requested. My proactive approach and attention to detail contributed to a smooth and successful audit experience for both our company and the external auditors. I also assist with budgeting and forecasting included in my day-to-day role as a Staff Accountant with PwC. Working closely with the finance team, I assisted in gathering historical financial data, analyzing trends, and identifying potential areas for cost reduction or revenue growth. STATE STREET CORPORATION Oct 1996 - Jan 2005

1776 Heritage Drive, Quincy MA 02169

Global Advisors Sr. Business Analyst, ESG Data & Reporting I join as part of the team of State Street Global Advisors, State Street Bank being one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors.

and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process.

● With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one

of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions, and styles.

● As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. Join us if

making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge and document and communicate the business and system specifications, review with business stakeholders, and obtain development approval.

● Highly organized, self-motivated, and the ability to work on multiple related initiatives.

● Familiarity with data modeling techniques will prove helpful.

● Strategic thinking, and strong communication skills, at both senior management level and team/project

level

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