CPA Edward Obeele the Chief Executive Officer is a dynamic and visionary finance executive with over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in audit, taxation, financial advisory, and corporate governance. As the CEO of Eddo Consults, he leads with a strategic focus on growth, innovation, and excellence in service delivery. An accomplished Certified Public Accountant of Uganda (CPAU) and a Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants for 11 years and a Member of Institute of Internal Auditors, Edward combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen. He is known for his client-focused approach, robust ethical standards, and commitment to mentoring and developing high-performing teams. Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership & Firm Management
• External & Internal Auditing
• Tax Planning & Regulatory Compliance
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Risk Management & Internal Controls
• Business Development & Client Relations
• Corporate Governance & Board Advisory
• Team Building & Talent Development
• Digital Transformation in Accounting

Career Highlights

• Spearheaded the firm’s expansion into new markets, achieving 50% revenue growth over 5 years.
• Led high-profile audits for publicly listed companies, NGOs, and multinational corporations.
• Successfully implemented a firm-wide digital transformation, enhancing audit efficiency and client collaboration.
• Advised clients on complex tax matters, saving them millions in potential penalties through strategic compliance and planning.
• Built a diverse leadership team and fostered a culture of ethics, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Professional Experience Eddo Consults CEO, 2019 – Present

• Overseeing strategic direction, operations, and growth initiatives.
• Managing client relationships and serving as lead engagement partner on key accounts.
• Ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards.
• Representing the firm in industry associations and professional forums.

Oriekot & Associates, Certified Public Accountants Senior Audit Manager / Director of Tax Services 12 years Key responsibilities:

• Planned the execution of audit fieldwork and statutory reporting across a portfolio of clients.
• Projected the management of all aspects of audit including agreeing audit timelines, team briefings, and supervision and delivery of audit work.
• Budgeted and monitored the financial performance of projects, focusing on optimizing profitability for the firm.
• Provided technical input to a number of projects and provided review and challenged the deliverables produced by the team by seeking clarity.
• Cultivated and maintained client relationships at existing and target clients.
• Worked closely with the Managing Partner and played an active role in the proposal and pitching of products / services for new work.
• Worked with other team members and provided technical input in all our service areas.
• Worked with the Managing Partner in Risk Identification and Management within the firm and clients during audit execution.

Education

• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Makerere University, 2023
• Master of Management Studies in Financial Management, Uganda Management Institute, 2019.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management, UMI 2013.
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), Makerere University, 2011
• Uganda Diploma in Business Studies, MUBS, 2001
• Additional executive training in Leadership, Risk Management, and Digital Strategy.

Professional Certifications & Memberships

• Certified Public Accountant of Uganda (CPAU)
• Member, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda
• Member, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)