SHERIF OLAMILEKAN AFOLAYAN
M.SC FINANCE, FMVA, ACA, B.SC, AAT
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Obtain a strategic position where I can utilize my inherent knowledge and experience with the
intention of securing a professional career embedded with opportunities for challenges and career
advancement. To gain versatile knowledge of new skills and expertise while enhancing employer’s
productivity, growth, and reputation. Also, to keep on upholding the tenets of best practice, driven by
uncompromising commitment to excellence and professionalism while available for local and
international career opportunities.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
University of Lagos
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Programme: Master of Science, Finance
2025
Kwara State University
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Programme: Bachelor of Science, Finance
Academic Standing: Second class Upper Division (3.39/4.00)
2021
The Polytechnic Ibadan
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Programme: National Diploma, Accountancy
Academic standing: Second class Upper division (4.01/5.00)
2017
PROJECTS/ACHIEVEMENT/AWARDS
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Kwara State Internal Revenue prize for the best graduating student in Finance
Department.
Dec 2021
Awarded best student in commercial class, Anwar ul Islam model college
July 2014
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sigma Coatings Nigeria Limited
April 2025-Present
Senior Accountant, Finance
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Conducting periodic reconciliations of accounts to general ledger, ensuring accuracy and
reliability.
Reviewing journal entries relating to amortization, depreciation, accruals, and prepayments.
Providing support during internal and external audits, ensuring smooth execution.
Conducting monthly analysis of P&L and working capital elements, identifying and
commenting on variances.
Preparing reports on inventory reassessment, GL reconciliation, receivables aging analysis,
and other key metrics.
Supervising financial close activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
Providing insights through data analysis, supporting business decisions.
Monitoring credit control, ensuring minimal overdue amounts and optimizing cash flow.
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Tracking customer settlement trends, revising credit terms as needed.
Working closely with inventory team to ensure alignment between physical and SAP B1 stock
quantities.
Supporting management in overall tax planning, ensuring compliance and optimization.
Preparing and filing tax returns (PAYE, CIT, EDT, VAT & WHT), ensuring timely compliance.
Following up with customers on WHT tax credits, ensuring realization of benefits.
Support in Budgeting, payroll, planning and forecasting, statutory audits, and Preparation of
financial statements.
Pittsburgh Paints Glass (PPG)
May 2022-April 2025
Sigma Coatings Nigeria Limited
General Ledger Accountant, Finance
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Managed cash and bank reconciliations, Monitor and report cash flow activities.
Receivables and payable reconciliation.
Fixed asset management; Fixed asset accounting process, including additions, disposals, and
depreciation.
Reconciled areas of the general ledger i.e. Prepayment amortization and accrual.
Invoice processing and landed cost processing.
General ledger reconciliation: Review and reconcile sub-ledger accounts to the general ledger,
reconcile complex general ledger accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Management of intercompany transactions and reconciliations
Manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial
statements.
Collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits.
Monthly VAT and WHT Filing; Prepare and file monthly Value Added Tax (VAT) and
Withholding Tax (WHT) returns accurately and in a timely manner.
Grant Thornton, intern
Aug 2020
Audit Virtual Experience
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Prepared trial balance variance, analyzed variance commentary, analyzed payroll taxes and
Superannuation expenses, justified audit completion and reporting for a client which results
in glowing recommendations.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
President
Jan 2021- Oct 2021
Finance Students Association (Kwara State University)
• Coordinated and integrated the activities of the department.
• Enhanced leadership skills towards my superiors and subordinates.
• Integrated a sustainable electronic environment amidst the students.
CERTIFICATION
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Associate Accounting Technician, AAT (ICAN)
CFA Investment Foundation Programme
June 2019
Aug 2020
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Financial Modelling Valuation Analyst (FMVA)
Associate Chartered Accountant, ACA (ICAN)
National Youth Service Corps
Oct 2022
Nov 2022
Mar 2023
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS AND INTEREST
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Proficient use of Microsoft word, Advance Excel, Power Point, QuickBooks, and SAP
Core competencies: written and verbal communication skills, Teamwork, Leadership, internal
audit, Internal controls, Mentorship, Volunteering skills, Tasking skills, and Collaboration skills
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITES
Tutored Management, Accounting and Finance Courses (100L-400L)
REFERENCES
Available upon request
Oct 2017- Sept 2021
