Curriculum Vitae of

Bai V. Roberts

Staten Island, New York City, United States of America (USA)

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Gender Male

Nationality Liberian

Language skills/English Spoken, reading, and written (fluent)

Objective/Qualification Summary:

I am searching for an appropriate professional position in a reputable institution where my

over ten (10) years of cumulated experience in Human Resourcing (Operational activities),

Administration and financing combined with my university degree can be efficiently utilized.

I am fluent in English and have the enthusiasm and determination for communicating

effectively and possess excellent interpersonal and managerial skills.

I am a Resourceful, efficient, a reliable administrative/financial professional supporting

managers and administrators to improve reputable Private and Public entities like the

International Trust Company of {ITC Bank} now International Bank Liberia (IB), United Nations

Mission in Liberia (UNMIL), Youth in Action for the Prevention of HIV/AIDS, (YAPA) Inc. and the

Zorzor Rural Teacher Training Institute (ZRTTI), a Government of Liberia-funded entity.

I’m a self-starter with the ability to work independently, organized, and accurate, and can work

under pressure. I have the ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum

of individuals within a broad range of cultural environments, especially in the African context.

Professional Experience

Head of Finance: Zorzor Rural Teacher Training Institute (ZRTTI), a Government of Liberia Funded Entity with oversight from the Ministry of Education – September 1, 2015-June 12, 2023

Specific Tasks:

Overseas the operations and development of ZRTTI’s finance department including creating and reviewing policies, budgeting, recruiting, training, and conducting regular assessments of financial procedures

Supervised the preparation of quarterly and annual reconciliations, monitored and enforced compliance with tax and financial reporting standards, and assisted with cash flow forecasting.

Advised colleagues and the Director of ZRTTI on decisions related to ZRTTI’s finances.

Mediated between ZRTTI employees and the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning on financial issues for the amicable resolution of differences.

Accountant: Zorzor Rural Teacher Training Institute (ZRTTI), a Government of Liberia Funded Entity with oversight from the Ministry of Education – September 1, 2011- August 30, 2015

Specific Tasks:

Managed, controlled, and supervised all financial transactions for ZRTTI;

Prepared payroll and disbursed salaries;

Responded to emails from stakeholders;

Prepared quarterly financial forecast to donors for transfer of funds for project activities;

Prepared periodic liquidation reports;

Regular monitoring of bank balances and bank reconciliations;

Raised vouchers and disbursed project funds capturing every transaction under the required budget line items;

Responsible for procurement of office supplies;

Monitored fuel consumption of ZRTTI vehicles and Generators

Tracked daily transactions using standardized financial templates.

Finance & Administrative Officer: Youth in Action for the Prevention of HIV/AIDS (YAPA), Inc. June 6, 2009 - July 2011

Specific Tasks:

Provided Administrative, and coordinated financial management support to the project office

Reviewed and processed reimbursement; prepared, tracked, and reconciled budgets for ongoing projects

Produced accurate financial reports for the Director and the Board at specific deadlines

Monitored and reconciled Bank transactions, and ensured that all accounts are balanced

Took attendance and minutes during meetings as required

Drafted job offers letters /Advertisements and contracts, and filing of HR record

Paid salaries to employees taking into consideration all necessary deductions required by law

Prepared monthly cash flow control sheet with original documents for all transactions and sent them to Partners

Was responsible for petty cash disbursements, replenishment

Ensured bank and petty cash transactions are recorded on a daily basis

Ensured completeness of supporting documentation for payment

Reviewed field budget activities to ensure cost efficiency

Ensured all transactions accepted for payment processing were correctly approved and accurate accounting information was provided for posting in the ledger

Ensured that all procurements were in compliance with competitive 3 quotes bidding

Administrative Assistant: Building Maintenance Unit (BMU), United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) August 2003 – June 2006

Specific Tasks:

Was responsible for Vehicle fleet in the field (regular maintenance and vehicle usage policies applied.)

Managed all UNMIL’s Fixed assets assigned to the Building Maintenance Unite (BMU)

Greeted visitors, answered calls, and directed inquiries

Organized and scheduled meetings and or appointments

Wrote and distributed emails, correspondence memos, letters, and others

Assisted in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports

Planned meetings and took detailed minutes

Developed and maintained a filing system

Arranged and managed meetings, and the movement of all BMU personnel.

Prepared all Job orders and material requests from the field supervisors.

Took daily attendance and presented same to the HR office.

Took any other instructions for my Bosses.

Transport Manager: International Trust Company of Liberia (ITC Bank, now International Bank) 1997-1999

Specific Tasks:

Supervised shipments, coordinated with warehouse workers, monitored transportation costs, ensured regulations, and maintained records on the Bank’s fleet system.

Dispatched and assigned drivers on a daily basis.

Monitored the bank vehicles for safety and provided oversight during inspections.

Coordinated and processed all documents; ensure that the bank was in incompliance with the Vehicle and Transport law (Valid driver’s License, vehicle registration, and insurance.)

Coordinated workshops and training for all drivers twice every year.

Coordinated with Mechanics and Garages for efficient and effective repair & maintenance should the need arises.

Worked and coordinated with administration for the ordering of vehicle spare parts.

Office Assistant: International Trust Company of Liberia (ITC Bank, now International Bank)

1996-1997

Specific Tasks:

Was responsible for clerical tasks, such as sending mail, and inter-office memos, and maintained an accurate filling system.

Kept an inventory of office supplies and ordered new materials as needed

Welcome visitors, answered phone calls and delivered messages.

Ensured that my boss’s office ran smoothly and kept the office tidy.

Warehouse Clerk: International Trust Company of Liberia (ITC Bank, now International Bank)

1995-1997

Specific Tasks:

Was responsible for organizing, maintaining, and monitoring the warehouse stocks.

Handled merchandise, and prepared outgoing shipments; including checking incoming orders and maintaining a list of damaged items.

Handled and managed all documents related to the warehouse.

Was also responsible for the cleanliness and tidiness of the warehouse on a daily basis.

Packed and arranged items in a systemic way for easy recognition, and or identification.

Periodically inspected stocks and reported on balances and damaged goods or items.

Followed all of the Warehouse safety procedures and guidelines.

Recorded all of the stocks ordered as per invoice, stocks received, and damaged items received.

Gardener/Cleaner: International Trust Company of Liberia (ITC Bank, now International Bank) 1993-1995

Specific Tasks:

Was responsible for monitoring the health of all plants and greenspaces, watering and feeding, trimming trees, fertilizing, weeding, and keeping walkways safe from debris litter

Harvested vegetables from the garden.

Designed and maintained the residence (landscaping.)

Cleaning and supplying designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping; cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning, etc.)

Reported broken or dangerous items to the supervisor for replacement or repair

Cleaned cabins and lodges and maintained all common areas and supplies.

Kept slop sink in a clean neat and orderly condition.

Cleaned entrance door glass both inside and outside.

Performed any other tasks required by my supervisor.

Education:

MBA Candidate, University of Liberia: Banking & Finance: 2021- Present

BSc, Accounting: A.M.E. Zion University College, Benson Street, Monrovia Montserrado County, Liberia, May 2005- January 2009.

High School Diploma: Assemblies of God Mission High School, Sinkor Old Road, Montserrado County, Liberia: 1992-1996.

Certificate, Microsoft programs (MS WORD, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel) Chel Vocational Institute Monrovia, Liberia.

Reference:

Mr. Leslie Thomas

Supervisor, HOYA USA

Minnesota

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Mr. Harrison Cokie

Executive Director

Youth in Action for the Prevention of HIV/AIDS, Inc.

Gbapolu County, Liberia

Mrs. Theresa Jolokleh

Acting Human Resource Director

Zorzor Rural Teacher Training Institute, (ZRTTI)

Lofa County, Liberia

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