Babatunde Akintola

AKINTOLA BABATUNDE USMAN 248A Ikorodu Crescent Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos. -, -- PROFILE Experienced Chartered Accountant adept in financial management, audit, and advisory roles. I have a proven track record in driving financial accuracy, optimizing budgets, and delivering strategic insights. I seek to leverage my diverse skill set and industry insights to provide strategic financial solutions to clients. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Proctor House Company Limited (Group) Lagos, Nigeria Reporting and Revenue Assurance Manager - Till Date June 2024  Develop and enforce company financial policies and regulations.  Assist in budget preparation and expense control activities.  Analyse financial statements and determine monthly revenues and expenses.  Develop revenue recognition strategies to maximize company revenue.  Generate revenue reports and financial statements for management review.  Forecast monthly revenue and identify and communicate revenue opportunities to management.  Oversee revenue analysis, management, calculations and reporting functions monthly.  Process customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner.  Provide financial expertise to Management for revenue improvements.  Assist in revenue accounting and closing processes monthly, quarterly and annually.  Develop internal controls to support revenue management activities.  Review and recommend improvements to existing revenue management functions.  Maintaining Policy and Procedures for IFRS reporting as assigned  Providing advice/assistance to audit engagement teams on the application of IFRS standards, Nigeria Company law and Corporate Governance  Planning, promoting and managing Associate activities throughout the report development process  Developing and maintaining close and effective working relationships with the business community, understanding their informational and operational needs while ensuring they are informed of documented reporting policies  Ensuring quality report implementations by developing, documenting, utilizing, and enforcing the use of reporting procedures that meet objectives and business goals AKINTOLA BABATUNDE USMAN  Managing Reporting activities and representation during business meetings to understand and ensure needed information is delivered which meets strategies and business goals  Ensuring reports are developed using the most appropriate method and tools available. Proctor House Company Limited (Group) Subsidiaries: Golden Tulip Proctor House Western Legacy Construction Limited Assistant Chief Financial Officer/Group Financial Controller,                Lagos, Nigeria August 2022 – September 2023 Oversee finance department employees, including financial assistants Provide useful financial insights to help make better decisions about formulating and executing strategy, and provide guidance and analysis to executive and operational management to improve results. Maintain control of the following areas: general ledger, accounts payable, expense reports, billing, and payroll. Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports. Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation. Proctor House Company Limited (Golden Tulip Oniru Suites) Financial Officer   May 2022- June 2024 Analysed financial data, prepared journal entries for CFO approval, ensured accuracy, and resolved discrepancies. Ensured prompt payments for payables, leases, loans, and other financial obligations. Maintained internal controls and safeguards for revenue, costs, and program budgets. Assisted in annual budgeting and planning processes, comparing actual results to identify variances. Developed and implemented accounting procedures, systems, and internal controls. Managed agency files and records, including fixed asset inventories and contractual agreements. Prepared and filed tax returns, including Value Added Tax and Withholding Tax. Amayi Foods Limited Financial Accountant (Consultant)   Lagos, Nigeria Lagos, Nigeria January 2021 – May 2022 Oversaw all company accounts and investments, and created monthly and annual reports. Managed cash flow, supervised financial department staff, and collaborated with auditors for compliance. Developed budgets and financial plans, reviewing for cost-reduction opportunities. Researched tax updates and ensured incorporation into business tax processes. Computed and filed employee-related taxes and corporate taxes in line with regulations. Proctor House Company Limited (Diruo and Creo Construction Ltd Lagos, Nigeria Account Executive April 2018 – December 2020    Prepared monthly invoice packages for billable projects and managed budgets and variances. Generated government reports and tax returns related to construction projects. Ensured smooth cash flow by promptly auditing and sending invoices. AKINTOLA BABATUNDE USMAN Alade Professional Service (Chartered Accountants Lagos, Nigeria Audit Senior May 2017 – April 2018  Developed audit objectives, plans, and scope; implemented internal audit procedures.  Prepared audit findings, reports, and recommendations, ensuring compliance with standards.  Staying current on industry trends and best practices, ensuring the accuracy of financial information EDUCATION Ajayi Crowther University Master in Business Administration (MBA) Accounting and Finance (In View) Ajayi Crowther University B.sc (Hons) Economics Second Class Upper 2022 The Polytechnic, Ibadan HND Accountancy 2015 The Polytechnic, Ibadan ND Accountancy 2012 TECHNICAL SKILLS Accounting, Economics, and Mathematics Cost Accounting, Corporate Finance Knowledge, Data Validation Techniques, Budgeting, Risk management, Data Visualization, Asset Management, and IFRS applications. Computer Application Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Sage Evolution, QuickBooks, SQL, Power BI, Tableau. SOFT SKILLS Verbal and Written Communication Leadership Planning CERTIFICATIONS & MEMBERSHIP Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) Member BIODATA DOB: 16th May 1992. Referees Available upon request AKINTOLA BABATUNDE USMAN Teamwork Strategic Thinking Public Speaking