Uche Ekelaka
Senior Manager Audit & Assurance @Deloitte
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager Audit & Assurance @Deloitte
Manchester, GB
Spearhead the delivery of external audits for FTSE-listed and medium to large corporates clients in diverse industries, consistently ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes and full compliance with ISA (UK) and IFRS. Direct and mentor cross-functional teams across multi-jurisdictional engagements, improving team performance and consistently meeting tight deadlines. Partner with audit leadership to shape and execute firm-wide audit strategy, directly contributing to uplift in operational productivity and audit efficiency. Advise CFOs and Audit Committees with forward-thinking insights on risk, governance, and internal controls, enhancing stakeholder confidence and strategic decision-making. Contribute significantly to business development by identifying and qualifying prospective clients and growing existing portfolios.
EDUCATION
University of Lagos
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
Chartered Accountant, Accounting, Business and Finance Management
University of Lagos
Bsc, Accounting
SKILLS
ABOUT UCHE EKELAKA
As a Chartered Accountant with over 14 years of experience in audit, assurance, and risk management, I help organisations strengthen trust, enhance financial transparency, and unlock operational resilience.Currently a Senior Manager at Deloitte UK, I lead complex, cross-border audits for multinational corporations, fast-growing private businesses, and FTSE-listed companies. My work sits at the intersection of technical excellence and strategic insight — ensuring quality audits that inform better decisions and drive business confidence.With expertise across IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, ISA and PCAOB auditing standards, I’ve led audit engagements across industries including Consumer & Industrial Products, Retail, Automotive, and Gaming. I’m passionate about harnessing data analytics and technology to improve audit efficiency and quality — while fostering strong relationships with C-suite stakeholders and audit committees.I’m particularly passionate about how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are reshaping the audit landscape — from intelligent data analytics and exception analysis to predictive insights that enhance audit precision and stakeholder value. I actively explore ways to integrate these tools into our audit processes to deliver smarter, faster, and more insightful outcomes for clients.Beyond client delivery, I’m deeply committed to building inclusive teams and mentoring emerging talent, helping shape a culture where everyone can thrive.Core strengths: Audit & assurance | Risk & financial controls | Data analytics | Stakeholder reporting | Regulatory compliance | Diversity & inclusion leadershipLet’s connect — I’m always keen to share ideas on transforming audit through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
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