Financial & Risk Mgt, Regulatory compliance and Financial Forensics Expert

Specialized in forensics audits, fraud risk management , regulatory compliance , MLRO, financial compliance, quality assurance, InternalAudit, IT audit, Anti corruption management, financial quality assurance and Grants management reviews

Certified Forensic Investigation Professional (CFIP)
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM)
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Professional Profile

Over 9 years of expertise in financial management, forensic audits, and compliance

Financial Management Specialist | Forensic Auditor | Risk & Compliance Expert

Mr. John Kiwewesi is a highly skilled financial management professional with extensive experience in forensic and special audits, fraud risk management, and financial health checks. With certifications in forensic investigation, anti-money laundering, and information systems management, John offers a robust suite of services to organizations across East Africa.

His expertise extends to system and IT audits, internal controls assessments, due diligence, business intelligence, and setting up financial management systems for startups. John also specializes in quality assurance for donor-funded projects, value-for-money audits, corruption assessments, and anti-money laundering compliance reviews.

9+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Completed
8
African Countries
John Kiwewesi

Core Competencies

Specialized expertise in financial management, forensic investigation, and compliance

Forensic Audits & Investigations

In-depth analysis and reporting for litigation support in civil and criminal proceedings, uncovering financial irregularities and providing expert testimony.

Financial Risk Management

Comprehensive fraud risk assessments and financial health checks for organizations, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust prevention strategies.

System & IT Audits

Evaluations of IT infrastructure, internal controls, and compliance systems to ensure data integrity, security, and operational efficiency.

Business Intelligence & Due Diligence

Strategic insights for informed decision-making in business operations, mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships through thorough background investigations.

Financial Systems Setup

Tailored financial management and accounting systems for startups and growing businesses, establishing strong foundations for financial control and reporting.

Training & Quality Assurance

Expertise in training financial professionals and ensuring compliance in donor-funded projects through comprehensive quality assurance reviews.

Key Achievements

Notable accomplishments across multiple countries and organizations

Forensic Investigation Excellence

Delivered comprehensive forensic investigation reports supporting civil and criminal proceedings in courts of law, leading to successful litigation outcomes.

UN Agency Consultancy

Provided financial management consultancy to UN agencies, including WHO Uganda and UNICEF, across multiple African countries, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Deloitte HACT Reviews

Conducted Deloitte HACT reviews (2019-2020) for UNICEF, ensuring compliance and financial oversight in Uganda with exceptional quality standards.

Pan-African Government Assessments

Led internal controls and corruption assessments for government parastatals across Uganda, Kenya, South Sudan, Liberia, Chad, Burundi, Malawi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Client Portfolio

Trusted by leading organizations across East Africa and beyond

United Nations Agencies

Extensive work with WHO Uganda, UNICEF, and other UN bodies on critical financial and forensic projects across multiple countries.

Government Parastatals

Risk assessments, audits, and compliance reviews across various African governments, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Private Sector

Financial management and anti-money laundering compliance for banks, financial institutions, and consultancy firms throughout East Africa.

NGOs

Quality assurance and financial audits to ensure effective use of donor funds and compliance with international standards.

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John Kiwewesi

Location

East Africa

Available for projects across Africa