OJETOLA TAIWO (ACA, FMVA)
LinkedIn-Abule Egba, Lagos, Nigeria.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Chartered Accountant and dynamic Head of Accounts with 6+ years of progressive experience in finance operations across the
Software, Food & Beverage, and Advisory sectors. Proven expertise in financial reporting, tax and cost optimization, cashflow
management, budgeting, audit coordination, and ERP systems. Recognized for driving operational efficiencies, cost reductions, and
data accuracy through automation and digital tools. Adept at aligning finance processes with broader business strategy to support
sustainable growth.
CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting
Regulatory, Taxation & Audit
ERP & Accounting
Systems(Microsoft Off. Tools, Zoho,
HansaWorld, Xero & QuickBooks)
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Management
Internal Controls & Risk
Management
Cash Flow & Working Capital
Management
Leadership & Team Management
Payroll System Management
Process Automation & Cost
Reduction
Business communication and
Writing
EXPERIENCE
Head of Accounts – SDSD (Software & IT Services for Maritime industries)
Oct 2022 – Till Date
Effectively managed full-spectrum finance operations for 4 distinct entities (UK, Singapore, Bulgaria, and Nigeria),
overseeing financial statements, tax filings, payroll, financial reporting, budget planning, and cash flow management with
zero compliance lapses.
Oversaw internal and external audit processes, prepared supporting documentation, and liaised with auditors to ensure
timely and accurate audit outcomes, contributing to a 40% drop in audit queries.
Implemented strategic tax planning initiatives that reduced tax liabilities by identifying applicable deductions and ensuring
full regulatory alignment.
Introduced financial dashboards and reporting structures that reduced month-end close time by 25%.
Championed the integration of Xero accounting system, resulting in a 35% increase in reporting efficiency and improving
cash flow by 50%
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial processes with business strategy, reducing operational costs by
20%.
Account Associate – SDSD (Software & IT Services for Maritime industries)
Apr 2021 – Sep 2022
Supported Sales, Finance, Projects, and Development departments.
Advised management on issues related to resource utilization, tax strategies, and compliance.
Created an efficient method of inputting Accounts Receivable data into Hansa World with 100% accuracy, increasing
collections by 30%.
Handled accounting transactions including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and purchasing functions.
Account/Audit Officer – Saka Fakomi and Co. (An Audit, Consultancy and Accounting Firm)
Jun 2019 – Sep 2020
Prepared and analyzed financial statements for multiple firms, identifying areas for improvement and proposing solutions.
Facilitated seamless payroll processing, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and minimizing errors.
Conducted financial audits, which improved operational efficiency and mitigated risks.
Account Assistant – Things Remembered Nigeria Ltd (A Reputable Restaurant in MMA)
Mar 2018 – May 2019
Reduced procurement costs by 10% through alternative vendor sourcing.
Maintained bank and petty cash records, ensuring full reconciliation.
Supported budget presentations to senior management, promoting better financial planning.
EDUCATION
BSc, Accounting – Ekiti State University
2015
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP/CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Chartered Accountant (ICAN)
Introduction to Sustainable Finance for Climate and Energy (UNDP)
Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (CFI)
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