Oluwadamisola Oloko

OLUWADAMISOLA OLOKO (ACA) --PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Dynamic and results driven Finance Associate with over 5 years of experience in financial accounting, advisory, analysis and management. Excellent at financial analysis, financial modeling, financial planning, bookkeeping, economic analysis and opportunity assessment, demonstrating a solid grasp of business strategy and market research. Track record in overseeing complex business transactions and maintaining optimal levels of professional performance. Recognised for strong leadership, effective communication and ability to provide valuable insights for strategic decision making. SKILLS Technical Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Process Improvement, Financial Reporting, : Skills Management Accounting, Financial Planning, Strategy, Stakeholder Management Software Skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, GSheets, Asana, Salesforce, Jira, Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Gainsight WORK EXPERIENCE FloQast Accounting Success Manager London, England Feb 2023 - Feb 2024 Successfully managed a growing book of business with over 70 clients, achieving an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of over $3 million. Collaborated with key stakeholders to identify and prioritise platform enhancements that directly impacted business outcomes, leading to a 20% increase in efficiency and a 15% reduction in operational costs. Revamped accounting and finance procedures by leveraging technology and implementing automated software solutions, resulting in a 40% increase in operational efficiency for clients on average. Collaborated with Sales and Product Development team to develop customised client retention strategies based on data analysis, resulting in a 10% increase in annual revenue from existing customers. Conducted in-depth quarterly business reviews to analyse customer requirements, resulting in a 15% increase in customer satisfaction levels and a 10% increase in product adoption rates. Provided training to client departmental staff on best practices for financial reporting procedures such as month end reconciliations, FP&A, Flux, and VAT compliance, leading to a 20% increase in efficiency within their teams. BDO International Audit Semi-Senior London, England May 2021 - Jan 2023 Executed comprehensive audits of international subsidiaries of large groups with £50M+ turnovers in alignment with IFRS and local GAAPs standards across Asia, Europe, Africa and North America. Ensured compliance with all local reporting requirements, reducing the risk of penalties by 15%. Received 100% positive feedback from junior team members on leadership style, communication skills, and ability to provide constructive feedback for professional growth. Collaborated with senior management on client retention initiatives, ultimately achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate and securing long-term partnerships. Utilised advanced financial modeling techniques to analyse clients' accounting data, assessing the financial viability of their company, leading to a 95% increase in accuracy of financial assessments. Conducted in-depth internal control audits for 5 multinational corporations, leading to the discovery and resolution of 20 financial discrepancies, saving the companies a combined total of £500,000. Buzzacott Audit and Accounts Preparation Associate London, England Jan 2020 - May 2021 Prepared detailed financial statements, forecasts and management reports, utilizing advanced Excel functions to create interactive cash flow charts and balance sheets compliant with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), resulting in a 98% accuracy rate. Researched and analysed changing financial regulations to ensure compliance with new legislation, resulting in a 95% accuracy rate in financial reporting. Produced detailed project budgets and timelines for 5+ projects, resulting in an average recovery rate of over 60%, exceeding the company's set target by 10%. Led as audit lead on 2 complex client engagements, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting, resulting in an exceptional performance review score. PwC Economic Research Associate Lagos, Nigeria Jan 2019 - Sep 2019 Conducted comprehensive research and analysis on Nigerian data, resulting in the production of a white paper on dead capital. This document played a crucial role in shaping government policy decisions. Demonstrated a deep and practical understanding of economic, financial, and marketing concepts and strategies, effectively applying this knowledge to enhance decision-making processes. Developed presentations for senior management, highlighting key economic factors, technology trends, external opportunities, and fiscal policies. The evaluations and recommendations provided valuable insights to drive strategy and improve overall financial efforts towards client growth. Approximately 70% of these strategies were successfully implemented. Gained significant experience by shadowing the Financial Services Advisory Partner/Chief Economist, acquiring valuable insights into their expertise and contributing to their work. KPMG Management Consulting Intern Lagos, Nigeria Aug 2017 - Oct 2017 Collaborated effectively as a member of a team of three to produce a comprehensive benchmark report on excise duties for the Beer Sectoral Group Nigeria. Conducted extensive research, extracting key information from databases and financial reports, and presented it to the team through verbal communication, written documentation, and Excel models. Demonstrated strong adaptability and efficient time management skills, successfully adjusting to a revised deadline, while maintaining a high level of resourcefulness and effectiveness. EDUCATION ICAEW ACA Chartered Accountant University of Warwick BSc (Hons.) Economics, Politics and International Studies London, United Kingdom Graduation Date: Jan 2023 Warwickshire, United Kingdom Graduation Date: Jul 2018