Ireti Dawodu

Ireti Victoria Dawodu Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2J 0G3. Professional Summary - FINANCIAL ANALYST Results-driven Financial Analyst with 14+ years of experience in financial reporting, forecasting, project and cost accounting, and revenue recognition. Proven expertise in managing the full accounting cycle, analyzing profitability, and supporting business growth through accurate data insights. Strong background in ERP systems, accrual accounting, and cash flow management. Skilled communicator and collaborator with crossfunctional teams, with a track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies. Core Competencies • • • • • • • • • • • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Budgeting & Forecasting Revenue Recognition & Accrual Accounting Cost & Project Accounting | Profitability Analysis Cash Flow Forecasting & Working Capital Management Financial Reporting & Compliance (Month-End & Year-End Close) Investment & Risk Analysis Data Analytics & Business Intelligence ERP Systems (Dynamics 365, Epicor, Planful) Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, SUMIF/SUMIFS, INDEX-MATCH, Data Analysis). Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration. Team Leadership, Communication & Stakeholder Management WORK EXPERIENCE Financial Analyst – Virtek Vision International Inc., Canada. • • • • • • • • • • • • March 2023 to August 2025 Conduct monthly revenue recognition, gross margin analysis, and variance analysis tied to project milestones and performance obligations. Lead monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, fixed asset management, depreciation accounting, and accrual accounting. Partner with departmental heads to assess project profitability and provide strategic financial guidance to align financial strategies with business goals. Manage cash flow forecasting and ensure billing aligns with project deliverables Support annual planning cycles and rolling forecasts, aligning department budgets with corporate goals. Develop financial tools for data mining, trend analysis, and performance reporting. Prepare and generate financial performance reports for department managers. Identify financial performance trends and recommend solutions to improve efficiency Weekly cash forecasting and KPI reporting, and ensure data integrity and accuracy Provide strategic financial recommendations to senior management and investors. Monitor internal controls and adherence to corporate accounting policies. Perform every other responsibility as specified by the Finance Director. Financial Accountant/Analyst – Mart Umusadege Resources Nigeria Ltd. March 2019- Dec 2022 • • • • • • • Oversaw full-cycle accounting: AP, AR, general ledger, payroll, and purchasing functions. Managed quarterly and annual board presentation reports, ensuring accurate reporting of P&L and balance sheet activities. Administered treasury functions, including cash flow management, forecasting, and variance analysis. Ensured accurate accruals, journal entries, and reconciliations across multiple entities Maintained client rebate calculations and contract compliance in line with agreement terms. Collaborate with external auditors during year-end audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Champion process improvements and automation initiatives to drive efficiency Financial Sales Representative – Guaranty Trust Bank Plc., Nigeria Sept 2010 - Nov 2018 • Acquired and managed corporate and personal financial accounts. • Analyzed financial statements of companies for credit purposes and provided advisory services on investment opportunities, debt financing, and business expansion based on the analyses. • Promoted digital banking solutions, increasing adoption rates among clients. • Managed over $60Million in client transactions, including trade finance, Letters of Credit, and FX • Supervised key accounts and facilitated credit approvals exceeding $45M annually. • Handled clients’ inquiries and processed requests • Prepared proposals on product offerings and presentations to different clients and organisations. • Mobilized deposits and generated revenue for the bank. • Supervised significant accounts of the team and expanded the customer base and sales of financial products and services. • Planned and supervised budget reports and forecasts. • Loan monitoring and recovery. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION • • • Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology | Conestoga College, Canada | 2022 Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Financial Management | Universidad Catolica San Antonio de Murcia, Spain | 2020 Bachelor of Science in Accounting | Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria | 2007 • • Certifications: Associate Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (ACA), PMP, PMI-ACP, Pursuing CPA Designation TECHNICAL EEPERTISE & SOFT SKILLS • • • • ERP: Dynamics 365, Epicor, Oracle NetSuite, Planful Microsoft Excel (Advanced Formulas, Pivot Tables, Data Analytics) Salesforce, Hyperion, Workflow Automation Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills REFERENCE Available upon request.