Kunle Sanni

I’m a finance professional with years of experience across the charity, arts, property and accountancy sectors. Experienced in managing sales ledger, purchase ledger, payroll, credit control, bank reconciliations, month-end processes and management accounting support. Proven track record of improving financial controls, recovering outstanding debt, supporting audits and delivering accurate financial information to stakeholders.

Recognised for strong attention to detail, reliability and the ability to build effective working relationships across organisations.

FINANCE OFFICER - LYRIC HAMMERSMITH

(2017-08)

• Manage sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial processing.
• Prepare and post journals, accruals and prepayments to support month-end and year-end reporting requirements.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records across multiple accounts.
• Process payroll and prepare monthly PAYE and pension payments in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring financial information is complete and accurate.
• Supervise and review the work of the Finance Assistant, maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.
• Manage organisational petty cash and monitor expenditure against established procedures.
• Work collaboratively with budget holders and senior stakeholders to support financial reporting and operational decision-making.

FINANCE SUPPORT OFFICER - LONDON YOUTH

(2014-08 - 2017-06)

• Managed petty cash, company credit cards and staff expense processes, ensuring compliance with organisational policies.
• Performed bank and credit card reconciliations, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Raised and processed sales ledger invoices and purchase ledger transactions using Microsoft Dynamics.
• Posted income receipts and maintained accurate accounts receivable records.
• Recovered over £50,000 of aged debt through effective credit control and debtor management, significantly improving cash flow.
• Assisted in the preparation and distribution of monthly management accounts to budget holders.
• Supported the Head of Finance and Finance & Resources Director with financial reporting and analysis.
• Acted as the primary finance contact during external audits, responding promptly to auditor queries and providing supporting documentation.
• Administered direct debit arrangements and monitored customer account activity.

FINANCE ASSISTANT - LONDON YOUTH

(2011-06 - 2014-07)

• Raised purchase orders and sales invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely processing.
• Processed high volumes of purchase ledger invoices, helping to eliminate invoice backlogs.
• Reconciled petty cash and prepared reimbursement schedules.
• Counted, recorded and banked income receipts.
• Assisted with bank reconciliations and payment processing activities.
• Reviewed BACS payment runs prior to submission through NatWest Bankline.
• Supported the Head of Finance with a broad range of finance and administrative responsibilities.

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT - GALAXY PROPERTY

(2009-01 - 2010-07)

• Prepared financial reports and analysis for senior management.
• Processed invoices and monitored individual account balances.
• Assisted with budgeting and financial control activities.
• Reconciled financial discrepancies and investigated variances.
• Audited financial information to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Recommended process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT - BRIGHT & CO.

(2005-07 - 2008-12)

• Managed weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll processing for multiple clients.
• Prepared profit and loss reports, balance sheets and VAT returns.
• Performed credit control and cash book activities.
• Maintained strong client relationships and provided financial administration support.
• Assisted with a range of accounting and office administration duties.

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT - BRIGHT & CO.

(2004-08 - 2005-06)

• Provided administrative support to senior management and clients.
• Managed diary scheduling, correspondence and customer enquiries.
• Maintained accurate records and database information.
• Acted as first point of contact for visitors and incoming calls.

Trustee - Charity Organisation

• Contribute to organisational governance and strategic decision-making.
• Support oversight of financial stewardship and organisational sustainability.

AAT Technician (Level 4) - Newham College

AAT Intermediate (Level 3) - Newham College

AAT Foundation (Level 2) - Barking College

ILM Level 3 Award in Effective Management - London Metropolitan University

GCSEs - Maths, English and English Literature