Rasheed Damilola

Detail-oriented and analytically driven finance professional with experience in finance and accounting, financial data analysis, treasury support functions, and compliance-focused risk assessment. Skilled in cash flow analysis, financial reporting, and data-driven decision-making using Excel, Google Sheets, Sage, Xero and SQL. Strong understanding of AML frameworks and financial controls, with the ability to support treasury operations, liquidity monitoring, and process optimisation in fast-paced environments.

Finance Assistant at United Bank of Africa (UBA) (2024-01 – 2024-12)

• Supported day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable tracking, ensuring timely processing and accurate record-keeping
• Performed bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain the integrity of financial data
• Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports, including variance analysis and expense tracking
• Monitored cash flow positions and updated short-term forecasts to support liquidity planning
• Maintained financial records and supported audit readiness by ensuring compliance with internal controls
• Processed and validated financial transactions, improving accuracy and reducing reporting errors
• Collaborated with structured datasets to ensure consistency between bank statements and internal records

Account Assistant at Industrial Training Fund (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Analysed financial data to assess cash flow trends, liquidity positions, and funding requirements
• Built Excel-based models to support cash forecasting and treasury decision-making
• Conducted variance analysis between forecasted and actual financial performance
• Supported treasury functions including cash positioning, fund allocation, and short-term liquidity tracking
• Identified inefficiencies in financial processes and implemented improvements, reducing manual workload by over 30%
• Produced structured reports summarising financial insights for decision-making

Bookkeeper at University of Ilorin (2020-01 – 2021-12)

• Maintained accurate financial records by recording daily transactions, including sales, expenses, and payments in structured ledgers
• Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing, payment tracking, and follow-ups on outstanding balances
• Performed bank and ledger reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and ensuring alignment between financial records and bank statements
• Prepared monthly financial summaries, including income statements and cash flow reports to support financial decision-making
• Assisted in budget tracking and expense monitoring, helping to control costs and improve financial visibility
• Processed invoices and verified supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial procedures
• Supported audit preparation by organising financial records and maintaining proper documentation trails

MSc in Quantitative Risk Management – University of Buckingham (2026-04)

BSc in Finance – University of Ilorin