Oyekoya Samuel Goddey

OYEKOYA SAMUEL GODDEY | FINANCIAL ANALYST PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven Financial Analyst with a Second-Class Upper degree and hands-on experience in financial reporting, compliance tracking, and digital transformation of financial processes. Demonstrated ability to reduce reporting turnaround time by 30% and cut project costs by 15% through meticulous analysis and process automation. Skilled in Excel, Power BI, SQL, and advanced financial modeling to convert complex data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making in public and private sectors. Currently pursuing ACCA certification to further enhance professional expertise. CORE & TECHNICAL SKILLS • • • • • • • • Financial Reporting & Analysis Budget Monitoring & Control Compliance & Regulatory Reporting Payment Reconciliation Cash Flow Management Financial Forecasting & Modeling Variance Analysis Data Analysis & Visualization (Power BI, Tableau, Excel) • • • • • Advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Macros) SQL, SPSS Business Decision Support Cross-Functional Collaboration Team Leadership & Strategic Problem Solving • Presentation & Communication TOOLS Power BI• Tableau • SQL • SPSS • Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project) CAREER SUMMARY LAGOS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (LIRS) TAX ACCOUNTANT, NYSC Intern APRIL 2025 – PRESENT Assisted in generating and submitting accurate reports on revenue, compliance, and taxpayer payment position across departments; ensuring timely data delivery for decision making Key Responsibilities: • Automated and streamlined the revenue reporting system, reducing turnaround time by 30% through improved data organization and template automation. • Prepared and submitted daily, weekly, and monthly financial and compliance reports with 100% on-time accuracy, supporting strategic decision-making. • Maintained and reconciled payment position databases across all tax types, reducing collection errors by 80% and supporting compliance enforcement. • Designed and implemented Excel-based automated reporting templates, significantly reducing manual input errors and enhancing report reliability. • Partnered cross-functionally to gather, validate, and integrate financial data, ensuring comprehensive and error-free reporting. • Upheld data integrity and confidentiality across all reporting processes. • Created taxpayer profiles to ensure accurate records and efficient tracking of tax obligations. • Generated demand notices, Tax Debit/Credit (TDC) statement, and managed shortfall reconciliations to improve collection accuracy and tax payer compliance. Key Achievement: • Reduced report turnaround time by 30% with automated and process standardization. 1 OMOTAYO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, LAGOS FINANCIAL ANALYST MAR 2023– FEB 2025 Accountable for analyzing project costs, preparing financial reports, and supporting budgeting and forecasting to guide strategic decision Key Responsibilities: • Delivered a sustained 15% reduction in project costs by identifying inefficiencies and renegotiating vendor contracts without compromising quality or timelines. • Produced monthly and quarterly comprehensive financial reports including cash flow, variance analysis, and profitability reviews to inform executive decision-making. • Supported budgeting and forecasting activities using data-driven insights to improve accuracy and strategic planning. • Assessed financial implications of new contracts, project bids, and procurement, securing value for the business. • Collaborated effectively with project managers and engineers to align budgets with actual execution; improved budget adherence by 30%. • Identified and resolved budget deviations promptly to protect project profitability. Key Achievement: • Achieved 15% expense reduction on projects while maintaining quality and timeliness. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS  BSc. Finance, University of Ilorin  Association of Chartered Certified Accountants [ACCA] – In Progress, 2024 Expected Completion 2027 VOLUNTEER || COMMUNITY SERVICE  National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) 24 April 2025 – 13 May 2025 Platoon Leader, Lagos NYSC Orientation Camp • Coordinated and led over 300 corps members during camp, ensuring discipline and compliance. • Acted as liaison between NYSC officials and platoon members, improving operational communication. • Organized drills and competitions, contributing to platoon’s top-tier recognition. • Honored for leadership effectiveness, team coordination, and crisis management. Additional involvements:  Member, University of Ilorin Finance Student Association.  Member, Faculty of Management Sciences Students Association.  Church Finance Team Member. 2