Ayobami Ojo Bsc, AAT, ACA

Experience

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  Ministry of Youth & Sports, Oyo State Government

  May 2017 - Nov 2017

  Industrial Training

  • Escalated large unidentified amounts to upper management that may cause a loss.• Confirmed the accuracy of the potential balance sheet write-offs before sending final numbers to upper management.• Responsible for extracting general ledger data and analyzing which accounts will be automated into reconciliation system, frontier (Fiserv product). • Met with all bank departments to ensure each department's general balance is accurate.

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  Imose Technologies Limited

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

  Accounting Intern

  • Assisting with Financial Data Entry such as entering financial transactions into accounting software, spreadsheets, or databases.• Processing of Accounting payable and receivables, tracking customer payments and reconciling accounts receivable• Reconciliation of bank statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies• Reviewing of expenses sheet submitted by employees and also ensure compliance with policies.• Achieves financial objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions. Show less

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  Imose Technologies Limited

  Dec 2020 - Jan 2023

  Finance Manager

  • Prepared accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.• Conducted in-depth financial analysis to identify trends and advise management on financial planning.• Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable laws.• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable, reducing DSO by 25% and improving cash flow.• Implemented new accounting software (Sage 50), improving the overall efficiency of the accounting department by 30%.• Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, identifying cost-saving opportunities that decreased expenses by 23%• Prepared and filed tax returns for both the company and select clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Ensures compliance with financial policies, internal control procedures, and SOP.• Developed standard operating procedures (SOP) for internal control purposes.• Risk assessment of the company's internal control and general operations.• Led a team of three (3) junior accountants, overseeing their work and providing training. Show less

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  Lifestalia Limited

  Jan 2023 - May 2024

  Business Analyst

  • Cost Optimization: Identified inefficiencies and streamlined processes, leading to a 20% reduction in operational costs.• Process Automation: Automated reporting processes with Excel and Power BI, improving data accuracy and reducing reporting time by 35%.• Budget Forecasting: Developed data-driven models to improve budget accuracy by 15%, aiding in strategic financial planning.• Audit Efficiency: Enhanced audit procedures for over 150 clients, improving efficiency by 25% through better risk assessment and internal control evaluation.• Revenue Growth: Analyzed market trends and sales data, identifying new opportunities that contributed to a 12% increase in revenue.• Regulatory Compliance: Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, reducing tax liabilities by 10% through strategic planning and process optimization.• Stakeholder Reporting: Created and presented detailed performance reports to senior stakeholders, improving decision-making and financial transparency.• Process Improvement: Led initiatives to redesign key business processes, reducing cycle time by 30% and boosting efficiency.• System Implementation: Supported the successful implementation of a new ERP system, improving functionality by 40%.• Advanced Analytics: Developed interactive dashboards and reports using Excel and Power BI, providing actionable insights for strategic decisions.• Risk Management: Designed risk models to mitigate business risks, enhancing stability and improving audit process efficiency by 30%. Show less

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  10Alytics

  May 2024 - now

  Senior Business Analyst

  Effective Collaboration: Leveraged excellent proficiency in collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom,TeamViewer) and project management tools (Jira, Trello) to communicate frequently with teammembers and stakeholders, providing regular status updates on every business development stage.• Requirements Management: Worked closely with the development team to ensure clearcomprehension of requirements, offering clarifications as necessary, and actively engaging in thetesting and quality assurance process to maintain high standards of project delivery.• Scope and Objective Documentation: Identified and thoroughly documented project scope,objectives, and constraints while defining key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the success ofsolutions, ensuring alignment with business goals.• Business Requirements Documentation: Consistently created detailed Business RequirementsDocuments (BRDs), gathering both functional and non-functional requirements to align projectobjectives with business goals and facilitate seamless project execution.• User Story Compilation: Compiled user stories to effectively capture functional requirements,facilitating open discussion and consensus among stakeholders and development teams, ensuringthat all parties are aligned and clear on project expectations. Show less