Jamiu Abdulkhaffi

Results-driven Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Finance professional with over three years of progressive experience leading risk-based audits, strengthening internal controls, enhancing regulatory compliance, and driving revenue assurance across multi-branch retail operations. Proven expertise in identifying operational and financial risks, improving governance frameworks, optimizing business processes, and delivering actionable recommendations that enhance profitability, accountability, and organisational performance. Proficient in Odoo ERP, Sage 300 Evolution, Posist Technologies, and Advanced Microsoft Excel, with ongoing pursuit of the ICAN Chartered Accountancy qualification.

Team Lead – Internal Audit, Risk & Control at SO FRESH NEIGHBORHOOD NIG. LTD. (2023-10 – Present)

• Led the planning and execution of risk-based operational, financial, compliance, and inventory audits across multiple business outlets, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Directed revenue assurance activities by reviewing POS transactions, cash collections, bank settlements, and inventory movements, identifying and resolving revenue leakages exceeding ₦2 million.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of internal controls, conducted fraud investigations, and implemented corrective actions that strengthened governance, segregation of duties, and accountability.
• Supervised audit assignments, performed surprise cash counts, reviewed petty cash, and monitored the implementation of audit recommendations, increasing compliance with internal policies from 25% to 65%.
• Collaborated with Operations, Finance, Warehouse, and Procurement teams to improve business processes, reduce inventory variances by 60%, and enhance enterprise risk management across 11 business outlets.
• Prepared and presented audit reports, risk assessments, and control recommendations to senior management, supporting informed decision-making and continuous process improvement.

Subject Teacher (Part-Time) at Al-Mufeed College (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and educational objectives.
• Built strong, trust-based relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment.

Audit Assistant at Bukkha Hut Hospitality Limited (2021-08 – 2021-10)

• Verified products against quality assurance standards, maintaining compliance with company protocols.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of daily sales, inventory, and product movements.
• Ensured staff adherence to operational standards and company policies.
• Performed general account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Tracked and reported wastage metrics, identifying areas for cost reduction.
• Identified operational risks and developed procedures to mitigate them.
• Analyzed sales control data and performed detailed reconciliations.

Subject Teacher at Al-Azeez Private College (2018-01 – 2020-12)

• Facilitated effective learning by creating structured, engaging educational environments.
• Engaged students in creative thinking and interdisciplinary learning experiences.

Customer Care Personnel at DE-TASTEE FRIED CHICKEN (2015-11 – 2016-12)

• Provided excellent customer service while processing sales transactions and payments accurately.
• Managed multiple customer orders simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Bachelor of Science in Accounting – Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida University, Lapai (2017-01 – 2022-12)

Secondary School Certificate in SSCE – Federal Government College, Ilorin, Kwara State (2005-01 – 2011-12)