Adepeju Ayodele

ADEPEJU AYODELE A professional accountant with 5+ years experience in accounting, financial reporting and analysis, account and bank reconciliation, budgeting and forecasting, financial statement preparation, payroll, accounts payable and receivable. SUMMARY OF SKILLS Flexible, open to feedback with a continuous learning aptitude Advanced proficient in Microsoft Office Strong communication as well as interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with members of the organization. Sound decision making and conflict resolution skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Motivated and committed to producing results Highly energetic team member focused on accountability and integrity EXPERIENCE Lodoni Company Nigeria Ltd. Financial Accountant – Reporting & Analysis Jul 2016 – Oct 2019 Coordinated and developed information for full-year forecast and annual operating budgets, including budget cash flows and adjustments as well as 10-year capital plan in collaboration with other finance/admin teams. Performed a cost benefit analysis on the supply and distribution procedures of the organisation to its branches which resulted in almost 45% reduction in the shipping and transportation cost to divisions all over the country. Reconciled GL accounts and prepared month end journal entries with supporting documentation Completed accounting processes for several areas of accountability such as allocations, journal entries and monthly accrual processes Assisted in implementing and monitoring accounting procedures and policies at both an operational and corporate level Timados Consulting Financial Accountant – Reporting & AnalysisJan 2014 – Jun 2016 Reviewed and performed variance analysis on key P&L and balance sheet accounts Improved accounting work flow processes by implementing paperless formats; attributed to 30% reduction on company overhead costs. Provided operational level analysis on monthly financials and trends and highlighted the areas for improvement Conducted financial analysis and research to advise senior management of client companies on forecasting decisions Provided leadership within the team environment by sharing own expertise with others which led to a 25% increase in team productivity Gbemi Osibote & Co Intercompany Accountant Nov 2010– Aug 2012 Supported the preparation of pension statement, variance analysis and month end consolidation process. Prepared and reviewed internal (management and board) bi-annual budgets and forecasts of income statements and cash flows Compiled information for internal and external audits and provided explanations as needed Conducted reconciliation for balance sheet accounts, general ledgers and payroll accounts Provided peer review of team members' work as needed EDUCATION MSc (Oil and Gas Accounting), Robert Gordon University BSc Accounting, Babcock University, Babcock University Degree accredited by WES:-IMM References available on request