Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Technologies And Software
Affiliations
Football, Reading,
Additional Information
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Poubom Nana Frunwei

Douala

Summary

A dedicated and result-driven Chartered Accountant (ACCA) with 15 years of progressive experience, currently overseeing financial operations for a $36 million ACTIS investment project in Central Africa, Cameroon.

A dynamic finance specialist with a diverse background spanning real estate, telecommunications, and logistics & transportation, demonstrating a proven ability to drive efficiency and ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP.

Adept at leading financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes, with a demonstrated track record of delivering accurate and timely financial information to support strategic decision-making.


A passion to enhancing social impact through sustainable financial practices and capacity building in challenging environments. Seeking to contribute to Wärtsilä Energy's mission of advancing sustainable energy solutions through effective financial leadership.


Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Manager

ACTIS - Broll PROPERTY
12.2020 - Current
  • Broll is a leading real estate services provider in Africa, offering end-to-end solutions for investors and occupiers. Leading the Future of Real Estate across 37 Countries in Africa. I oversee operations in Cameroon.

Financial reporting and analysis –

- Prepares periodic reports, reviews and monthly management accounts ensuring accuracy.

- Successful Budget planning, forecasting and supervising of cost allocations performing.

- 03 years of unqualified audit reports that reflect exceptional financial management and compliance.

- Componentization of fixed asset register into local GAAP (SYSCOHADA) categories.

- Ensuring reports to lenders AFD & bank on compliance, development impact, environmental and social.

Financial & Business Improvement Strategies

- Built new financial systems and procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy as company was new.

- Successfully map IFRS to OHADA accounts to set up accounting system.

- Increased operating income by 7% through cost-reduction initiatives.

- Established tracker on sustainable practices on wastewater management achieving approval securing $2 million funding from the World Bank.

- Implements financial strategies contributing an impressive 82% occupancy rate.

Optimized cash flow and surplus treasury through strategic renegotiation of supplier agreements.

Internal Control & Regulatory compliance –

- Ensuring strict adherence to GAAP and IFRS maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.

- Developed tracker and controls for diesel, meter readings consumption, fire certificate & environmental reports improving accuracy and minimizing risk.

- Performing cost variance analysis align with goals providing actionable recommendations to management.

- Supporting the preparation of compliance reports for donors and government agencies, aligning with regulatory requirements.

Risk management -

- Savings on tax as per API on 75% discount granted and foreign exchange hedging arrangements.

- Championed initiatives leading to release of insurance compensation funds in excess of $200k

People & Process Improvement

- Overseeing systems and workflow ensuring operations run smoothly.

- Mentors and trains finance staff, fostering a collaborative and improved team environment.

- Fosters strong partnerships with local communities, government agencies, internal and external auditors, and international organizations.

Fixed Asset, Accountant

IHS Towers
02.2016 - 12.2020
  • IHS Towers is the largest mobile telecommunications infrastructure provider in Africa. Revenues of $30M.
  • Headed management of fixed asset & inventory for a portfolio of 2,500+ towers valued at $150 million
  • Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for fixed asset and warehouse management, streamlining processes and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Successfully spearheaded the project of tagging over 98,000 assets as per SOX and audit requirements, demonstrating attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
  • Played a key role in project planning, asset valuation, and annual physical inventories, improving asset tracking and valuation accuracy.
  • Contributed to successful annual audits, ensuring all necessary documentation was organized and available for internal and external auditors.
  • Prepared reports for senior management during projects, tower constructions and other strategic planning
  • Led and Mentored the warehouse team, boosting productivity by 10% and improving internal processes.
  • Suggests cost savings strategies in identifying trends within different projects to harmonize charge.
  • Supervised warehouse activities and staff training providing technical guidance and training

Accountant

IHS Towers
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes, reducing reporting time by 20% and improving efficiency.
  • Conducted variance analysis on purchase orders, enhancing capital spending forecasting accuracy.
  • Played an essential role in annual audits, supporting internal and external auditors with required documentation.
  • Provided financial analysis and support for various projects, asset acquisition, and disposal.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and actively contributed to policy review and implementation.
  • Involved Compliance initiative; reviewed policies, ensuring relevance and subsequently implementing whilst adhering to regulatory requirements

Account Payables

AP Moller - Maersk
09.2010 - 01.2013
  • Processed invoices and payments for vendors, maintaining positive relationships and ensuring timely dispute resolution.
  • Contributed to month-end reporting by preparing payable reports, improving financial tracking and reporting accuracy.
  • Handled import operations client billings and cost allocation.
  • Prepared and justified Import operations department reports strengthening the process.
  • Established a highly efficient invoice archiving and filing system, enabling easier search and tracking of documents.

Audit Associate

Akintola Williams and Co
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Client Relationship Support: Helped maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring smooth communication and issue resolution.
  • Regulatory Compliance Assistance: Supported clients in ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS, helping avoid regulatory issues.
  • Cost Analysis Support: Assisted in cost variance analysis, contributing to cost-saving initiatives.
  • Audit Documentation: Ensured audit documentation was accurate and well-organized, supporting efficient report preparation.

Education

Financial Planning -

Seneca College
Toronto, Ontario
12.2022

No Degree - Strategy And Sustainability

University of Navarra
02-2025

Bachelor in Accounting -

University of Buea
Buea, Cameroon
07.2008

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (AC
London
12-2020

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Risk Management
  • Internal Control & Regulatory compliance
  • Budgeting
  • Strong Organization Skills
  • Project Management
  • Financial & Business Improvement Strategies
  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills
  • Financial reporting & analysis
  • ERP systems
  • Financial Planning
  • Workflow coordination
  • Budget compliance
  • IFRS expertise

Accomplishments

  • Steadily overseeing financial operations of DRCC.
  • Achieved SOX and audit requirements by completing of tagging of over 98,000 assets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved 03 yrs of unqualified audit reports by completing Audited Financial Statements with compliance at IHS Towers
  • Established and structured Standard operating procedures for fixed asset & warehouse departments with HS Towers

Certification

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) (2020)



Google Project Management | Google (2024)



Strategy and Sustainability | IESE Business School | University of Navarra (2025)

Languages

English (native)
French (native)

Technologies And Software

  • Microsoft Office
  • AX Microsoft Dynamics D365
  • ERP/SAP
  • QuickBooks

Affiliations

  • ACCA - Member

Football, Reading,

  • Football: Strong teamwork, leadership, and ability to collaborate, stay disciplined, and perform under pressure.
  • Reading: Passionate about continuous learning, particularly in personal development and business strategy, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication.

Additional Information

REFERENCES


Norbert Nsoloh: norbert.nsoloh@ihstowers – Former Manager
IHS TOWERS | CFO | Finance Director | M&A | Finance Business Partnering | Compliance

Lusaka Province, Zambia | +237 67754 9814


Awahmbom Akumawah: a.mbom@drcc.cm – Current Colleague

ACTIS – DRCC | Finance Controller | +237 65096 0505


Caroline Bapeck: CBapeck@broll.com - Current Manager

BROLL PROPERTY Cameroon | Country Manager | +237 6806 56004

Timeline

Financial Manager

ACTIS - Broll PROPERTY
12.2020 - Current

Fixed Asset, Accountant

IHS Towers
02.2016 - 12.2020

Accountant

IHS Towers
01.2013 - 01.2016

Account Payables

AP Moller - Maersk
09.2010 - 01.2013

Audit Associate

Akintola Williams and Co
01.2009 - 01.2010

Bachelor in Accounting -

University of Buea

Financial Planning -

Seneca College

No Degree - Strategy And Sustainability

University of Navarra

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (AC
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