Sherif Afolayan

👋 Hi, I'm a detail-oriented finance professional with a knack for numbers and a passion for process improvement. With extensive experience in overseeing the full monthly close cycle, I've got a solid grip on financial reporting, compliance, tax management, working capital management, audit processes and other analysis.

My expertise spans:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Reconciling subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger, reviewing amortisation, depreciation, accruals, and prepayments. I dig deep into P&L and working-capital variance analyses to drive informed decisions.

• Compliance & Tax: Handling tax filings (PAYE, CIT, EDT, VAT, WHT), liaising with tax consultants, and tracking WHT credits. I've successfully managed FIRS and LIRS tax audits, eliminating liabilities and securing favorable closures.

• Process Optimization: I've designed automated tools (Excel + Power Query) that cut manual processing time by ~30% and eliminated errors. I've also led migrations to secure cloud platforms, reducing document search time by 40%.

• ISO Audits & Leadership: Directed ISO 9001 audits with zero non-conformities. I contribute to ISO audits, budgeting, and statutory audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Technical Skills: Financial modeling, QuickBooks, SAP Business One. I leverage these tools to deliver accurate, timely financial results.

I bring a blend of technical expertise, regulatory compliance, and process-driven leadership. Ad-hoc analyses that drive informed decision-making. A collaborative spirit, with experience in cross-departmental projects and stakeholder management.

When I'm not crunching numbers, I'm probably thinking of ways to streamline processes or exploring new ways to add value.