Ajayi Obe Olasupo Ezekiel

AJAYI-OBE OLASUPO E. -, - |-| Ibadan, Nigeria PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Detail-oriented and results-driven Finance and Accounting professional with over 10 years of experience in managing financial operations, internal controls, and audit processes within the telecommunications industry. Successfully oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, resulting in reduction in processing errors and increase in transaction accuracy. Adept at payroll administration, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and timely disbursement of salaries, resulting in on-time payroll delivery rate. Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, contributing to an improvement in budget accuracy and an increase in revenue forecasting precision. Proven track record of achieving results, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing financial performance. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to excellence and integrity. AREA OF EXPERTISE Soft Skill: Communication | Problem-Solving | Adaptability | Teamwork | Leadership | Time Management | Attention to Detail | Integrity | Critical Thinking | Customer Focus Technical Skills: Financial Analysis | Budgeting and Forecasting | Accounting Software Proficiency | Payroll Administration | Tax Handling and Compliance | Internal Controls | Audit Procedures | Inventory Management | Financial Reporting | Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) | Financial Modeling | Risk Management | Data Analysis | Regulatory Compliance | Business Process Improvement WORK EXPERIENCE Finance & Account Head Bodlink Telecoms Limited, Ibadan January 2017 – Present ● Oversee the financial operations of 32 outlets, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. ● Administer the Company’s Staff Payroll System, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and timely disbursement of salaries. ● Supervise the management of the Company’s Credit Instruments to optimize cash flow and credit risk. ● Handle tax compliance and liaise with government agencies for levies, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. ● Prepare Management Accounts for Directors, providing insights into financial performance and strategic recommendations. ● Perform any other duties assigned by the Directors to support the overall financial health and growth of the organization. Audit & Internal Control Officer (Assistant Manager) Bodlink Telecoms Limited, Ibadan November 2014 – December 2016 ● Verified transaction records on daily summary sheets to ensure validity and accuracy of outlet transactions. ● Managed vendor ledgers for major telecom providers including MTN, Airtel, Glo, Visafone, and Etisalat, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. ● Conducted regular stock-taking of outlets within and outside Ibadan to reconcile physical inventory with system records. ● Checked and confirmed rate compliance with telecom providers' guidelines and regulations. ● Safeguarded and monitored company assets, implementing internal controls to prevent fraud and loss. Inventory Officer (Assistant Manager) Bodlink Telecoms Limited, Ibadan January 2013 – November 2014 ● Conducted customer stock scanning, both physical and logical, to maintain accurate inventory records and minimize discrepancies. ● Planned and executed the distribution of MTN, Airtel, and Etisalat orders through respective trade partner platforms (TPP, TABS, CPMS), ensuring accurate and timely delivery. ● Conducted stock scanning at outlets, outstations, and direct sales agent locations to monitor inventory levels and prevent stockouts. ● Recorded all purchases from major telecom providers (Glo, MTN, Visa, Airtel, and Etisalat) in Peachtree Accounting software, maintaining up-to-date financial records. Internal Control & Audit Officer Adam’s Multiventures (Telecoms) Limited, Ibadan July 2012 – Dec 2013 ● Conducted valuations of opening and closing stock for both the head office and branches, ensuring accurate financial reporting. ● Reconciled bank statements with company records to identify discrepancies and ensure financial accuracy. ● Conducted receivable audits of debtors to verify outstanding balances and ensure timely collection. ● Performed inventory audits to reconcile physical stock levels with system records and identify discrepancies. EDUCATION  Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting | National Open University | (In Progress)  Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy | The Polytechnic, Ibadan  Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Accountancy | The Polytechnic, Ibadan  Secondary Education | Ore Community High School, Ore, Ondo-State | SSCE  Eleyo High School, Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti-State | JSCE,  Primary Education | ST. Pius (RCM) Primary School, Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti-State PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS  Training on Telecoms Advance Business Solution (TABS)  Training on MTN Trade Partner Porters (TPP)  Training on High-Tech Synergy (HTS)  Training on Risk Management and Effective Internal Control  Training on Channel Partner Management Solution (CPMS)  Training on Risk Management and Effective Internal Audit.  Training on Information Security Management (opensap certified)  Training on Value Chain Management (opensap certified) AWARDS Most Dynamic Staff of the Year 2017- Bodlink Telecoms Limited, Ibadan Most Innovative Staff of the Year 2015- Bodlink Telecoms Limited, Ibadan Most Resourceful Staff of the Year 2014-Bodlink Telecoms Limited, Ibadan REFERENCE  Available on request 2008 - - - - – 1996