Abimbola Komolafe

Experience

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  Nigerian-American Merchant Bank Limited, Lagos, Nigeria

  Sept 1988 - Aug 1997

  Deputy Manager and Head, Management Information Services & Accounts Team

  Responsible for producing the bank's annual budget and plans, ensuring their accuracy and alignment with strategic goals. I also provided timely monthly reports to the Central Bank of Nigeria and generated periodic reports for management to support informed decision-making.

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  Shell Petroleum Development Company

  Aug 1997 - Jun 1999

  Budget Accountant, Production Business Support Unit
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  Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Ltd

  Jun 1999 - Aug 2002

  Project Accountant, Bonga Development Project Services Unit.
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  Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Ltd

  Aug 2002 - Apr 2004

  Management Information Accountant/Acting Team Leader, Financial Planning & Reporting Unit
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  Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Ltd

  Apr 2004 - Jun 2005

  Senior Financial Reporter, Reporting, Financial Planning and Business Support Unit
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  Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Ltd (SNEPCO)

  Jun 2005 - Apr 2012

  • Regional Finance Planning Coordinator

    Aug 2008 - Apr 2012

  • Regional Lead, Financial Planning and Management Information

    Jun 2005 - Jul 2008
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  Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Limited (SNEPCO)

  May 2012 - Jun 2017

  Head, PSC Finance Liaison Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Ltd (SNEPCO)

  ● Maintained close liaison with government regulatory bodies overseeing Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs), and collaborated with partner companies to ensure financial transparency and contract alignment, facilitating smooth operations. ● Participated in cost recovery efforts and negotiations under the PSC contract, offering valuable financial insights.SNEPCO | Project Accountant, Bonga Development Project Services Unit● Collaborated with project managers to create comprehensive project budgets, considering all projected expenses, revenue streams, and funding sources, resulting in well-structured and financially sound project plans.● Implemented a dynamic monitoring system to track project expenses and income, meticulously cross-referencing actual figures with budgeted allocations and promptly reporting any variances. This led to optimized financial resource allocation.● Identified and assessed financial risks associated with the project and worked with project managers to develop risk mitigation strategies, ensuring projects remained on track and financially secure. SNEPCO | Regional Finance Planning Coordinator● Allocated and managed financial resources, including budgets, personnel, and capital expenditures, to meet regional objectives effectively.● Collaborated with regional teams, finance departments, and other stakeholders to gather critical data, understand business needs, and facilitate effective financial planning.● Analyzed regional financial data, identifying trends, opportunities, and challenges for informed financial planning and strategic decision-making, ultimately contributing to the region's success.SNEPCO | Senior Financial Reporter/Acting Team Leader, Financial Planning & Reporting Unit● Prepared, analyzed, and presented comprehensive financial statements and reports to management, board of directors, and other stakeholders, highlighting key financial metrics and performance indicators, resulting in well-informed decision-making. Show less

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  FinanceCoachBK

  Jul 2017 - now

  Certified Financial Education Instructor

  Certified Financial Education Instructor. I help people achieve financial fitness by improving their money habits. The objective is to help them grow their wealth and achieve financial freedom.

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  Rehoboth Dream Solid Foundation

  Jul 2017 - Dec 2024

  Executive Director & Program Lead

  Provide visionary leadership for RDSF, a not-for-profit organization that empowers indigent brilliant students in their educational pursuits and provides skill acquisition programs to indigent youths to foster economic self-reliance. I led the development and execution of RDSF’s strategic vision, securing funding, fostering partnerships, and working with RDSF’s board to advance our mission. Leading a team of 20+ volunteers and staff members, I coordinated their efforts to deliver high-impact programs in alignment with the organization’s objectives.● Planned and implemented scholarship programs that have supported over 250 brilliant indigent students of tertiary institutions in their academic pursuit.● Organized and oversaw large-scale community outreach events and skill acquisition programs while attracting over 2,000 attendees and creating awareness about the organization's mission and impact. ● Raised funds through a combination of grant applications, donor outreach, and fundraising events, providing crucial financial support for educational initiatives.● Cultivated and maintained relationships with a network of donors, securing long-term partnerships with local businesses, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international organizations, and fostering stakeholder engagement.● Served as the primary liaison between the board of directors and other members of the organization, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and alignment with the organization's mission and strategic objectives. I provided regular status reports and updates to the board on organizational performance, financial matters, program outcomes, and strategic initiatives.● Drawing on my deep experience in accounting, I ensured effective financial management through effective budgeting and resource allocation, accurate financial reporting, and transparency, enabling the organization to fulfill its mission effectively. Show less

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  THRESHOLD OF TRUST NIG LTD

  Jul 2017 - Dec 2020

  Principal Consultant

  Leveraging my commercial leadership skills, I led a team of consultants and specialists in delivering quality business, accounting, and financial advisory services to our clients. I provided effective team leadership, fostering cross-functional collaboration among team members, resulting in quality service delivery. And I championed effective client relationship management, project management, and the delivery of bespoke financial solutions that helped clients achieve their business goals.● Managed consulting engagements from inception to successful completion, overseeing all phases, including project planning, execution, and delivery of client-specific objectives, achieving a 95% project completion rate.● Assisted startups and entrepreneurs in navigating the complexities of launching new ventures, including business planning, market analysis, and financial modeling, resulting in a 75% success rate in business launch and growth.● Oversaw the development and delivery of business training programs, ensuring they remained current, impactful, and aligned with client objectives, leading to a 90% program effectiveness rating. Show less

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  University Hospital Kingston Foundation

  Jan 2025 - now

  Associate, Leadership Giving and Campaign Team

  Work with Director, Leadership Giving & Campaigns, to help meet fundraising goals which support Kingston Health Sciences Centre and Providence Care in achieving their patient care goals.