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Certification
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Abolaji Olatunji

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Lagos

Summary

I am an Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, an Associate Member of the Institute of Management of Nigeria, and a Chartered holder of the prestigious Institute of Management Consultants (CMC). I have above 10 years cumulative banking, Accounting, Finance and commercial banking experience across different functional roles from banking operations, transactional banking, operation loss control, financial reporting, Budgeting, and Strategic planning. I am a prolific manager, team player with tested competencies in leadership capabilities driven with passion for productivity and value added per excellence. I consider myself as capable of providing high quality leadership that will attract and harness resources towards achieving organizational goals.

My specialties include Financial reporting, Financial modeling, investment accounting, operations per excellence, Loss control; operation loss prevention, and Relationship Management. Underlying these is strict commitment to the highest ethical standards, professionalism and corporate governance, appreciable skills in Microsoft Office applications, Sage 50 accounting software, hands-on leadership skills, independent-mindedness, and ultimately the desire to adapt to change and learn fast on any new role.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Head, Accounts & Finance

Glamshire Investments Limited
Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
12.2019 - Current

· Lead planning, Financial reporting, financial controls, investment advisory, Contract negotiations, Strategic Planning for the business at Glamshire Investments Limited.

· Prepare the short/ medium term budgeting and forecasting processes and forecasts (including capital allocations and financial and non-financial performance measurements) against which performance can be reported and managed.

· Formulate and maintain policies on OPEX and CAPEX expenditure for the organization. Monitor and escalate areas of cost overrun to the Management.

. Ensure Compliance with Financial Reporting and Accounting standards.

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· Preparation of the Company’s budget and driving the achievement of the targets

· Asset and Liability Management.


Financial Accountant/Key Account Officer

Bloffin International Limited.
Stella Ogunleye Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
  • Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by uncovering and correcting outstanding financial problems and account errors.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using [Software].
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.

Finance Manager/Advisor, Financial Planning

AHAD International FZC Limited
Ikoyi, Lagos
12.2017 - 11.2018
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Interviewed clients to determine current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance and other information needed to develop financial plan.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
  • Drafted comprehensive financial plan to offer recommendations and supporting data.

Relationship Manager, Non-Interest Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank PLC
Walter Carrington, Lagos
11.2014 - 05.2017
  • Achieved goals for sale of bank products and services and exceeded performance metrics for customer service.
  • Communicated regularly with clients to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products.
  • Built and maintained relationships with new and existing clients while providing high level of expertise.
  • Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss innovative strategies to improve services.

Head, Service Supports (HOPS)

Stanbic IBTC Bank PLC
Walter Carrington, Victoria Island, Lagos
04.2008 - 10.2014
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new Tellers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Mentored new team members on banking operations, customer service strategies, and sales goals.
  • Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
  • Resolved escalated customer disputes with special actions such as discounts.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Helped management develop employee improvement plans and motivate team members to continually improve.
  • Reconciled daily totals to maintain balanced and compliant ledgers.

Education

MBA - Finance

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
Ogbomoso, Oyo State.
08.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - HND, Accountancy

Kwara State Polytechnic
Ilorin, Kwara State
01.2003 - 12.2004

Skills

Time management strength

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Accomplishments

  • Lead the team that successfully underwrites an insurance policy for Office content as part of safeguarding the company’s Assets and Liabilities for the first time.
  • Single handedly formulate, and enforce policy regarding OPEX and OPEX budget the entrench smooth running operation for Glamshire Investments Limited.
  • Achieved "Expectations Fully met"appraisal rating through cost savings and loss prevention.

Affiliations

  • Fellow, Institute of Management Consultants- FIMC
  • Associate Member, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria–ACA
  • Associate Member Nigerian Institute of Management of Nigeria–AMNIM

Certification

Certified Management Consultant

Reading, Surfing and Research

Research Title: The application of standard Costing in a Manufacturing Company. (Case Study: Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Ilorin.)

Timeline

Certified Management Consultant

03-2022

Head, Accounts & Finance

Glamshire Investments Limited
12.2019 - Current

Financial Accountant/Key Account Officer

Bloffin International Limited.
06.2018 - 06.2019

Finance Manager/Advisor, Financial Planning

AHAD International FZC Limited
12.2017 - 11.2018

Relationship Manager, Non-Interest Bank

Stanbic IBTC Bank PLC
11.2014 - 05.2017

Certified Chartered Accountant

11-2014

MBA - Finance

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
08.2014 - 12.2016

Head, Service Supports (HOPS)

Stanbic IBTC Bank PLC
04.2008 - 10.2014

Certified Manager

06-2006

Bachelor of Science - HND, Accountancy

Kwara State Polytechnic
01.2003 - 12.2004
Abolaji OlatunjiChief Financial Officer (CFO)