Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at BRAINSHARE TECH. & SERV. NIG. LTD. (2021-01 – Present)
- Drive the company's overall financial strategy to support growth and profitability.
- Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
- Oversee investment planning, capital structure, and risk management activities.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, audits, and corporate governance standards.
- Build strong relationships with investors, banks, and key financial stakeholders.
Head of Accounts at BRAINSHARE TECH. & SERV. NIG. LTD (2017-09 – 2020-12)
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in line with company goals.
- Manage payables, receivables, cash flow, and account reconciliations.
- Implement financial policies, controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Prepare and present accurate financial reports to management.
- Lead and supervise the accounts team and support their development.
Finance Manager at FIBER CIRCUITS & CCABLE LTD. (2016-06 – 2017-08)
- Lead and supervise all accounting functions and financial operations
- Prepare, analyze, and report management and financial statements
- Maintain robust internal controls, compliance, and regulatory coordination
- Oversee project financials, budgets, disbursements, and accounts management
- Administer tax, staff pensions, and inventory/asset controls
Senior Accountant at MODANDOLA GROUP (Coastal Services Nig. Ltd-(RORO TERMINAL)) (2015-01 – 2015-05)
- Direct and oversee all finance and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
- Prepare, analyze, and report management accounts, financial statements, and annual budgets
- Design and implement accounting systems, including chart of accounts and deployment of Sage Evolution
- Coordinate with auditors, bankers, consultants, regulatory authorities, and manage joint venture account reconciliations
- Administer corporate taxes, staff pension schemes, treasury functions, cash flow, short-term investments, and business stakeholder relationships
Senior Accountant at MODANDOLA GROUP (Modandola Investments Ltd.) (2014-08 – 2014-12)
- Lead finance and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance
- Prepare, analyze, and present management accounts, financial statements, and annual budgets
- Design and implement accounting systems, including chart of accounts and Sage Evolution deployment
- Liaise with auditors, bankers, consultants, and regulatory authorities; oversee joint venture account reconciliations
- Manage corporate taxes, staff pensions, treasury, cash flow, short-term investments, and stakeholder relationships
Deputy Chief Financial Officer at BROAD BASED COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED (2011-11 – 2014-07)
- Oversee overall financial operations, revenue assurance, and performance targets of the company
- Develop and implement financial systems, controls, and procedures for accurate transaction tracking
- Lead accounting system setup and prepare financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash flow projections
- Manage client billing, accounts receivable, project financials, and ensure profitability of fiber connectivity initiatives
- Maintain relationships with auditors, regulators, investors, and financiers; support fundraising and recommend operational improvements
Manager, Accounts & Planning at ALPHA MEAD FACILITIES & MGT SERVICES LTD (2006-04 – 2011-10)
- Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly financial reports, bank reconciliations, and cash flow/profitability recommendations
- Develop, review, and control budgets, revenue, expenses, payroll, and invoice processes; serve as Secretary to the Budget Committee
- Manage client, vendor, and staff interactions on billing, payments, and financial procedures; ensure adherence to accounting guidelines
- Implement and maintain automated accounting systems, validate transactions, and coordinate with internal and external auditors
- Oversee project and joint venture accounts, monitor site profitability, and administer corporate taxes (VAT, WHT, PAYE, others)
Accountant at ACNIELSEN NIGERIA (2004-06 – 2006-03)
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial and management accounts, cash flow statements, and profitability reports
- Supervise bank operations, budgets, project disbursements, and inter-company account reconciliations
- Manage client relations on billing, payments, and resolution of account issues
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and liaise with external auditors and third parties
Accounts Officer at NOSAK AGENCIES LTD (NOSAK GROUP) (2002-06 – 2004-05)
- Prepare bank and other reconciliation statements; maintain accounts receivable and ensure timely collections
- Manage accounts payable, advance retirements, and assist with WHT and VAT remittances
- Prepare and analyze monthly finance department overhead budgets and perform credit control with variance reporting
- Oversee depot accounting and coordinate inventory control, including stock movements and transfers
