Fwa Talaban

Highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting graduate with strong experience in financial record keeping, reporting, budgeting, and expense monitoring. Skilled in managing accounts payable/receivable, processing invoices, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining accurate financial records. Proven ability to support audits, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and contribute to efficient financial operations.

Ready to contribute effectively as a Finance/Account Officer in a reputable agribusiness organization.

Independent Consultant/Graduation Approach Coach at GIZ/GFA (2025-01 – Present)

Consulting role focusing on financial transaction recording and accountability

• Accurately recorded financial transactions related to cash transfers and beneficiary support
• Verified and tracked disbursements to ensure accountability and transparency
• Maintained up-to-date financial records and prepared reports for monitoring purposes
• Identified discrepancies and ensured compliance with financial guidelines

Community Discussion Leader at Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) (2024-01 – Present)

Community leadership role with financial and program coordination responsibilities

• Maintained accurate records of program activities and financial-related data
• Supported budgeting and coordination of trainings and workshops
• Ensured proper documentation for reporting and accountability
• Coordinated activities in the community such as trainings, sensitisation, workshops
• Formation of community action group (CAG), mother support group etc

Extension Worker at Farm Innovation Nigeria (WOFAN) (2022-01 – Present)

Extension work with focus on financial reporting and program management for agricultural programs

• Prepared detailed financial reports for trainings, workshops, and field operations
• Managed budgets for programs involving over 400 participants
• Tracked inventory and distribution of agricultural inputs (seeds, fertilizers, equipment)
• Monitored operational expenses and identified cost-saving opportunities
• Maintained accurate digital and manual records using CommCare and reporting tools
• Coordinated activities among smallholders and rural farmers, including organizing workshops and field demonstrations

Enumerator at CRUDAN (Christian Rural Urban Agency in Nigeria) (2023-01 – 2024-12)

Data collection and documentation role

• Collected, verified, and recorded field data accurately
• Maintained proper documentation and submitted timely reports

Teacher at Concordia Junior Academy, Yola (2014-01 – 2024-12)

Teaching position with record-keeping and resource management responsibilities

• Maintained accurate records and reports on student performance
• Managed classroom resources and ensured accountability
• Demonstrated strong organizational and documentation skills

Professional Diploma in Education in Education – A.B.U Zaria (2018-01 – 2019-12)

B.Sc in Accounting – Adamawa State University, Mubi (2009-01 – 2015-12)

SSCE Senior Secondary School Certificate – Government Girls Secondary School, Yola (1999-01 – 2005-12)

NABTEB – Mubi I Secondary School, Mubi (2009-01 – 2009-12)

FSLC First School Leaving Certificate – Capital Primary School Yola (1995-01 – 1999-12)