
Oluwaniyi Olajide
Results-driven Accounting Officer with 17 years of experience in Government finance, payroll administration, budgeting, and financial reconciliation
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Results-driven Accounting Officer with 17 years of experience in Government finance, payroll administration, budgeting, and financial reconciliation. Managed monthly revenue returns and prepared annual financial statements, ensuring compliance and transparency. Leverages expertise in MS Excel and data accuracy to enhance financial operations.
Experience
Account Officer at Office of the Accountant General (2007-12 – 2026-05)
- Processed payroll for 1500+ employee using ADP, and maintained accurate employee compensation records.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for internal review, providing insights that informed decision-making.
- Implemented cost recovery model for recreation programs increased revenue by 35%
- Reconciled 20+ bank accounts monthly with 99.8% accuracy.
- Prepared annual #50M budget and analyzed monthly variances for management.
- Reduced months-end close from 10 days to 5days by automating reconciliation.
Project Coordinator at Doyinfash Foundation (2024-09 – 2026-05)
- Developed project plans to align with organizational goals and mission.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables for community outreach programs.
- Coordinated team meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges.
- Manage project budget. Ensure donor funds are used correctly.
- Ensure project activities reach the right beneficiaries.
- Work with communities, government, donors, partners, and beneficiaries.
- Track progress and targets. Collect data. Write donor reports, financial reports, and success stories.
- Submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports to donors.
Education
Higher National Diploma in Accounting – Osun State Polytechnic Iree (2010)
Ordinary National Diploma in Accounting – Federal Polytechnic Ede (2005)
Senior Secondary School Certificate – Timehin Grammar School (2001)