Osahon Justin Omorodion
Benin City
Summary
Strategic thinker with expertise in economic analysis, policy formulation, and public financial management, leveraging team leadership and extensive experience in planning and compliance. Successfully led initiatives in debt management and fiscal policy. Eager to apply analytical power and proactive approach to drive impactful results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Policy, Planning, & Research
Edo State Ministry of Finance
08.2021 - Current
- Led the development of Edo State's Debt Sustainability Analysis and Debt Management Strategy from 2021 to 2024, ensuring compliance with World Bank and DMO requirements.
- Developed yearly Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) for Edo State, focusing on articulating Macro-economics Framework for budget preparation.
- Chaired the committee reviewing Edo State Public Financial Management and Fiscal Responsibility Law, 2018 and produced a draft revised version for 2025.
- Coordinated performance reporting of quarterly and annual scorecards/KPIs for Edo State Ministry of Finance.
- Provided technical support to three different Honourable Commissioners for Finance across two administrations.
- Organized quarterly revenue performance review meetings with revenue-generating MDAs to monitor fiscal targets.
- Supported ministry decision-making processes to maximize EDSG's short, medium, and long-term goals.
- Developed strategies and fiscal policies across functions to achieve EDSG's mission and objectives.
Ex-Officio Board Member (Finance)
Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Area Development Commission
11.2021 - Current
- Guarantee compliance of all finance-related discussions at board meeting with Edo State Public Financial Management and Fiscal Responsibility Law, advising board on deviations
Director: Payroll Department (HR, Biometrics, Payroll and Oracle Financials)
Edo State Government
11.2021 - 05.2025
- Directed four units to ensure timely and accurate monthly payroll execution for state and local governments.
- Ensured integrity and compliance with policies at state's biometrics unit.
- Addressed salary updates and related issues promptly.
- Maintained integrity in user rights assignment within Oracle Financials.
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Fadgico Oil and Gas
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Delivered tax advisory services while ensuring compliance in all tax-related matters.
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Sazy Logistics (Oil and Gas)
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Delivered tax advisory services, ensuring business compliance with all tax regulations.
- Advised on internal controls to enhance operational efficiency.
- Provided guidance on financial reporting to meet regulatory standards.
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Raptor Petroleum LTD
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Deliver tax advisory services ensuring compliance in all tax-related matters
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Cytek Global Resources
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Facilitated monitoring and oversight responsibilities for management by establishing internal control systems, verifying records for correctness and accuracy.
Principal Accountant
Benson Idahosa University
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Coordinated activities of Inventory/Procurement Department for optimal efficiency.
- Ensured accurate inventory records and resolved outstanding issues promptly.
- Designed reorder levels to reduce stock-outs and established supplier relationships.
- Created priority lists for frequently used items to enhance delivery for strategic projects.
- Sourced high-quality materials, including stationery and building supplies, for university needs.
- Conducted effective bid analysis to secure best procurement deals for materials.
- Monitored budgets across units to ensure compliance with financial allocations.
- Processed all inventory transactions accurately to maintain data integrity.
Senior Accountant
Benson Idahosa University
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Prepared Interim Income and Expenditure Statements for management decision-making.
- Generated monthly receivables reports for senior management review.
- Developed strategic plans to ensure timely payments of government grants for Federal Government Assisted Students.
- Conducted trend analysis of payment and receivable positions for comparative years.
- Monitored accounts receivables to enhance financial control.
- Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate production of audited financial statements.
- Engineered a system that reduced data capturing time by over 80%, minimizing workforce from eight to two.
- Created an Excel template that improved invoice verification, saving over 5,000,000 in initial transactions.
Audit Trainee
Femi Ajijala & Co. Chartered Accountants
03.2013 - 11.2013
- Resolved excess bank charges for clients, ensuring precise financial management.
- Collaborated on external audits to uphold client account integrity.
- Evaluated internal control systems to detect potential vulnerabilities.
- Prepared analytical procedures for anticipated and unanticipated variances in account balances.
- Tested documentation supporting account balances and transaction classifications.
- Validated accounts receivable and other accounts with third-party entities.
Accountant 1 (Account Payable)
Benson Idahosa University
- Processed all payment vouchers to ensure timely and accurate disbursements.
- Computed and remitted applicable taxes for all payments.
- Managed investment of idle funds, collapsing investments as needed.
- Executed bank reconciliations to verify reported available funds and prevent payment rejections.
- Maintained budget control to monitor expenditures.
- Generated monthly accounts payable and pending obligations reports.
Education
Associate Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
06.2015 - 05.2020
Chartered Institute of Taxation CITN
03.2025 - 06.2025
M.Sc - Accounting and Finance
Benson Idahosa University
Benin City08.2025
MBA -
University of Benin
01.2014
B.Sc. - Accounting
Benson Idahosa University
Benin City01.2010
Skills
- Economic trends and analysis
- Policy formulation and implementation
- Public Financial Management & Fiscal Responsibility
- Subnational Debt Sustainability Analysis
- Debt Management Strategy
- Planning, Budgeting, Monitoring & Compliance
- Tax & Audit Expertise
- Communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Proactive
- Analytical power
- Team leadership
- Ethical standards
- SAGE Pastel Evolution ERP, Oracle, Spreadsheet
- IFRS & IPSAS adoption
- AGILE
- SCRUM Project Management
Committees and Board Membership
- Member - Edo State Basic Healthcare Provision Fund State Oversight Committee
- Member - Edo State SABER Technical Committee
- Member - Edo State FRILIA Technical Committee
- Member - Edo State H.O.P.E Gov. Technical Committee
- Member - Edo State Interest Free Loan Committee
Biodata
- Date of Birth: 07/24/86
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital Status: Married
- Place of Birth: Edo
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Chartered Institute of Taxation CITN
03.2025 - 06.2025
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Fadgico Oil and Gas
12.2021 - 12.2024
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Sazy Logistics (Oil and Gas)
12.2021 - 12.2024
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Raptor Petroleum LTD
12.2021 - 12.2023
Ex-Officio Board Member (Finance)
Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Area Development Commission
11.2021 - Current
Director: Payroll Department (HR, Biometrics, Payroll and Oracle Financials)
Edo State Government
11.2021 - 05.2025
Director of Policy, Planning, & Research
Edo State Ministry of Finance
08.2021 - Current
Principal Accountant
Benson Idahosa University
09.2019 - 08.2021
Financial Adviser/Consulting
Cytek Global Resources
08.2018 - 10.2022
Senior Accountant
Benson Idahosa University
10.2016 - 08.2019
Associate Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
06.2015 - 05.2020
Audit Trainee
Femi Ajijala & Co. Chartered Accountants
03.2013 - 11.2013
Accountant 1 (Account Payable)
Benson Idahosa University
M.Sc - Accounting and Finance
Benson Idahosa University
MBA -
University of Benin
B.Sc. - Accounting
Benson Idahosa University
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