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Certification
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OLUSOLA OKUNLOLA

OLUSOLA OKUNLOLA

Accounting
Lagos

Summary

With a comprehensive understanding of both external auditing and finance management ,and relevant academic qualifications in different fields, I am well-equipped to navigate the complexities of financial compliance, risk management, and strategic planning. As an external auditor, I have worked with a diverse range of clients, including multinational corporations and high-profile organizations. Through my meticulous approach, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills, I have consistently delivered accurate financial reports, identified potential risks, and provided actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.

As a finance manager, I have successfully overseen financial operations, developed strategic plans, and implemented cost-saving initiatives. My proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis has empowered me to make data-driven decisions and drive organizational growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finance Manager

Degeconek Nigeria Limited
Lagos
03.2013 - Current
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Drove profit increases through market research and strategic asset management to meet dynamic industry conditions.
  • Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.

Audit Manager

Wfo Professional Services
Lagos
02.2012 - 02.2013
  • Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
  • Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
  • Advised clients of industry trends and emerging conflicts and presented solutions that enhanced client business goals.
  • Developed high-level knowledge of client business goals, policies and procedures to establish foundation for targeted problem solutions.

Senior Audit Associate

Mazars Coker & Co.
Lagos
12.2010 - 01.2012
  • Assessed internal controls by identifying variances and deficiencies and recommending critical changes.
  • Delegated work to team members and student interns to share workload and continue meeting audit goals.
  • Supervised and trained junior audit staff and student interns in how to effectively review physical and digital data.
  • Employed expertise in auditing, accounting and generally accepted principles to accurately assess records.

Audit Associate

KPMG NIGERIA
LAGOS
09.2008 - 09.2010
  • Followed up to assess and report corrective action completion or progress.
  • Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations.
  • Interviewed business owners to understand needs and explain audit scope.
  • Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues.
  • Met with clients to identify and assess business controls, risks and workflow inefficiencies.

Education

Master of Science - Energy Economics

University Of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State Nigeria
09.2020 - 07.2023

MBA - Accounting And Business Management

Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile Ife, Osun State Nigeria
01.2013 - 11.2015

ACA - Accounting

Institute Of Chartered Accountants Of Nigeria
Lagos Nigeria
05.2009 - 11.2017

Skills

Financial analysis

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Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 5 staffs in the development of a debt recovery plan for my company.
  • Developed time management spreadsheet to reduce operations costs.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop fixed assets tracking spreadsheets.
  • Ensure timely reconciliations of bank balances to maintain accurate financial records

Affiliations

Institute of Chartered Accountants Of Nigeria (ICAN)

International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)

Software

CaseWare auditing software

R Studio

Certification

ACA

Timeline

Master of Science - Energy Economics

University Of Ibadan
09.2020 - 07.2023

ACA

11-2017

Finance Manager

Degeconek Nigeria Limited
03.2013 - Current

MBA - Accounting And Business Management

Obafemi Awolowo University
01.2013 - 11.2015

Audit Manager

Wfo Professional Services
02.2012 - 02.2013

Senior Audit Associate

Mazars Coker & Co.
12.2010 - 01.2012

ACA - Accounting

Institute Of Chartered Accountants Of Nigeria
05.2009 - 11.2017

Audit Associate

KPMG NIGERIA
09.2008 - 09.2010
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