Favour Ehijator

Chartered Accountant, Auditor, and Tax Expert with 2+ years of progressive experience delivering high-value financial reporting, compliance, and cost optimization across the Oil & Gas, FMCG, Banking, and SME Consultancy sectors. Proven track record in public sector accounting, notably leading final accounts preparation and statutory audits for federal government parastatals with revenues exceeding ₦20 Billion. Adept at navigating complex regulatory frameworks, with specialized expertise auditing microfinance banks in strict accordance with IFRS 9 and CBN Prudential Guidelines, alongside a strong background as an inventory auditor safeguarding stock assets.

A trusted consultant for SMEs, highly skilled in streamlining bookkeeping, implementing robust internal controls, and leveraging QuickBooks, Rev360, and advanced Excel to accelerate reporting deadlines, optimize tax filings, and eliminate regulatory penalty risks.

Audit Officer - Okoro Wilson and Co., Chartered Accountant

(2025-01)

• Participated in statutory audits of federal government organisations with annual revenues exceeding ₦20 billion, contributing to the preparation of final accounts, audit documentation, and review of working papers.
• Conducted compliance and statutory audits for multiple Microfinance Banks, ensuring adherence to IFRS 9 financial provisioning requirements and CBN Prudential Guidelines.
• Managed a portfolio of SME clients under the firm's consulting practice, maintaining accurate bookkeeping records, preparing monthly management accounts, reconciliations and ensuring financial records remained compliant and audit-ready.
• Prepared and filed corporate tax returns using Rev360, supporting timely regulatory compliance, reducing filing delays, and minimizing exposure to statutory penalties.
• Performed inventory audits and stock verification exercises for manufacturing and catering clients, evaluating inventory controls and identifying opportunities to strengthen asset safeguarding.
• Utilized Advanced Excel, and other accounting tools to process financial transactions, reconcile accounts, and prepare accurate financial statements and audit schedules.

Business support intern - Mindshift Consultancy and service

(2025-01)

• Assisted in the creation and development of comprehensive business plans tailored for small businesses, ensuring clarity in their objectives, strategies, and growth projections.
• Supported small business owners in preparing financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets, to provide a clear picture of their financial position and aid in decision-making.
• Utilized Microsoft Excel for data entry, analysis, and financial modelling to track performance indicators and identify areas for business growth.
• Drafted and formatted business documents using Microsoft Word to present professional and well-structured reports for internal and external use.
• Collaborated with business owners to gather, organize, and validate data, ensuring accuracy and reliability for planning and reporting purposes.
• Contributed to business advisory support by offering insights derived from financial and operational data, thereby strengthening strategic planning efforts.

Data Analyst intern - The Data Immersed (TDI)

(2025-01)

• Conducted data source by identifying and gathering relevant information from reliable internal and external sources to support business planning and decision-making.
• Performed data cleaning and validation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of datasets used for financial analysis and reporting.
• Utilized tools such as Microsoft Excel (and other visualization techniques) to create clear and interactive data visualizations, making complex information easier to interpret.
• Generated insightful reports from the analysed data, highlighting key trends, performance indicators, and opportunities for business growth.
• Assisted in transforming raw data into actionable intelligence that supported both strategic planning and day-to-day operational decisions.

Bachelor of Science - Accounting - University of Benin (2024)