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Elijah Adeiza Evinemi

Elijah Adeiza Evinemi

Lokoja

Summary

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST


Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Civil Service

Kogi State Government
01.2024 - Current
  • Leadership and Direction to the Civil Service of over 40 Ministries and Agencies.
  • Fostering Professionalism among Civil Servants of more than 30,000 personnel
  • Advising the State Chief Executive on Appointments and Deployments
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Permanent Secretary (Treasury)

Kogi State Government
05.2021 - 01.2024
  • Managed and coordinated the day-to-day operations of the Ministry and provides important advice to the Honourable Commissioner.
  • The Chief Administrative Officer as well as the Accounting Officer of the Ministry.
  • Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to ensure that all financial activities are conducted in accordance with state standards.
  • Coordinate with other state agencies to ensure that financial information is shared and that financial activities are properly coordinated.

Accountant-General (Acting)

Kogi State Government
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Ensure that all financial transactions of the State are properly recorded and accounted for.
  • Managed the state's cash flow and ensuring that there is always enough money to meet the state's obligations.
  • Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to ensure that all financial activities are conducted in accordance with state standards.
  • Provide advice to the governor and other state officials on financial matters.
  • Coordinated with other state agencies to ensure that financial information is shared and that financial activities are properly coordinated.
  • Ensuring that all financial records and reports are properly maintained and that all financial transactions are accurate, timely and properly authorized.

Director Treasury Operations

Office of the Accountant-General
02.2016 - 05.2021
  • Responsible for the management of all financial matters of the State and play an active role in helping to shape the overall strategic finance direction of the State.
  • Reviewing financial statements and reports for accuracy, including analyzing trends in revenue sources and expenses over time.
  • Developing and implementing treasury policies and procedures to ensure that all financial activities are conducted in accordance with financial regulations.
  • Supervised and coordinated activities of staff to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.

Deputy Director Finance and Accounts

Office of the Accountant-General
01.2014 - 02.2016
  • Assists the Director of Finance and Accounts in managing the financial resources of the state.
  • Responsible for monitoring the units to ensure that all activities are being carried out.
  • Take care of the administrative issues in the department in conjunction with the Director of Finance and Accounts and handle all audit observations/queries on the accounts of the Commission.

Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts)

Office of the Accountant-General
01.2011 - 12.2014
  • Assists the Director of Finance and Accounts in managing the financial resources of the office.
  • Responsible for maintaining financial records by reviewing balance sheets and general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports such as bills, invoices, pay-orders, payables, receivables, and purchase orders, and managing payroll activities and releasing salaries.
  • Coordinate and manage payment and billing details of external service providers, contractors, and vendors, verify payments and deposits made through the office account, and create daily reports for management and team members.
  • Identify discrepancies in ledgers and accounts, track them to the source, and correct them.

Chief Internal Auditor/Head of Audit

Kogi State Broadcasting Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Responsible for ensuring that the Corporation's internal audit function is effective and efficient.
  • Responsible for developing and implementing the internal audit strategy and annual plan, and for giving the annual audit opinion.
  • Responsible for supervising and coordinating the internal audit function corporations, and for formulating and disseminating internal audit regulations, uniform standards, policies, guidelines, audit methodology.

Audit Manager

Ataogbona & Co. Jos (Chartered Accountants)
06.2005 - 12.2007
  • Developing and implementing audit plans and strategies to ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Leading and managing audit teams to ensure timely completion of audits and achievement of audit objectives.
  • Identifying business process risks and developing testing methodologies to evaluate the adequacy of controls.
  • Formulating professional development and educational plans for junior staff members.

Education

Ph.D. - Accounting And Finance

University of Nigeria Nsukka
Enugu
12-2024

Master of Science (M.Sc) - Accounting

Kogi State University Anyigba
Anyigba, Kogi
03.2018

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Accounting

University of Jos
Jos, Plateau
06.2005

I.J.M.B A' Level - Management

Ahmadu Bello University
Kogi Poly Campus, Osara.
11.2001

Diploma - Accounting and Auditing

Kogi State Polytechnic
Lokoja
05.1997

S.S.C.E O' Level -

Government Day Secondary School
Lokoja
06.1995

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Analysis
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Mathematical proficiency
  • Technological skills

Certification

  • Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (FCA), 2020
  • Fellow Chartered Institute of Taxation (FCTI), 2024
  • Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Taxation (ACTI), 2019
  • Member Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (UK) CPFA, 2016
  • Certified Forensic Accountant Of Nigeria (CFAN), 2013
  • Member, Global Revenue Assurance Professionals Association, 2012
  • Associate Member of The Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (ICAN) ACA, 2008

Trainings And Workshops Attended

  • International Training on International Public Sector Accounting Standard (IPSAS), Dubai, UAE, 2014
  • Strategic Leadership, Ethics and Policy Making Course, NIPPS Kuru, Jos, 07/11/23
  • Advanced Strategic Leadership, Ethics and Policy Making Course, NIPPS Kuru, Jos, 04/14/23

Awards and Appointment

  • Commendation from His Excellency the Executive Governor of Kogi State for Good Performance and disclosure of misappropriation in the Organization.
  • Supervisor Computer Unit & Central Account, using Fact Accounting Software in preparation of Financial Statement of Kogi State Government. (2011 - 2012)
  • Public Expenditure Management Network in Nigeria (Pemnet Nigeria) and Community of Practice. (Member and Kogi State Representative.) 2012
  • Focal officer: State Integration Financial and Management Information System (SIFMIS) – World Bank Project. (2016 - 2022)
  • Secretary State Treasury Single Account (TSA) Committee on Domestication and successful Implementation of TSA in the State
  • Member State Debt Arrears Clearance (DAC) Committee - Managing the State Debt profile under the SFTAS Programme. (2019 - 2022)
  • Assist Sec. Interim Management Committee Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS). (Sept. - Dec. 2021)
  • Secretary State Audit Committee (2022 to Date)

Publications

  • Corporate Sustainability Practices and the Financial Performance of Listed Financial Companies in Nigeria. International Journal of Multidisciplinary - Research And Analysis. IJMRAP, Volume 6, Issue 4, 2023, ISSN (Online): 2581-6187.
  • Nexus Between Firm Size and Capital Structure of industrial Companies In Nigeria. The American Journal of Humanities and social Sciences Research. Volume 6, Issue 4, 2023 pp-100 - 105.
  • Analysis of Firm Characteristics on Leverage of Industrial Companies in Nigeria. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Analysis. Volume 06, Issue 08, August 2023 pp. 3606 - 3611.
  • The Evaluation of Liquidity and Capital Structure of Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria. International Journal of Economics and Financial Issues, 2024, 14(3), 212-218.
  • Impact Assessment of External Debt and Exchange Rate on Economic Growth in Nigeria. International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Invention 12(05): 8569-8578, 2025.
  • The Nexus Between Economic Development and Industrial Growth in Nigeria. GPH-International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research, 8(04), 87-100.
  • Effects of Macroeconomic Shocks on the Financial Market Stability in Nigeria. GPH-International Journal of Business Management, 8(04), 16-32.

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Ebira
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Yoruba
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Head of Civil Service

Kogi State Government
01.2024 - Current

Accountant-General (Acting)

Kogi State Government
03.2023 - 05.2023

Permanent Secretary (Treasury)

Kogi State Government
05.2021 - 01.2024

Director Treasury Operations

Office of the Accountant-General
02.2016 - 05.2021

Deputy Director Finance and Accounts

Office of the Accountant-General
01.2014 - 02.2016

Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts)

Office of the Accountant-General
01.2011 - 12.2014

Chief Internal Auditor/Head of Audit

Kogi State Broadcasting Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2011

Audit Manager

Ataogbona & Co. Jos (Chartered Accountants)
06.2005 - 12.2007

Master of Science (M.Sc) - Accounting

Kogi State University Anyigba

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Accounting

University of Jos

Ph.D. - Accounting And Finance

University of Nigeria Nsukka

I.J.M.B A' Level - Management

Ahmadu Bello University

Diploma - Accounting and Auditing

Kogi State Polytechnic

S.S.C.E O' Level -

Government Day Secondary School

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