Simidele Gift Akinfolarin
akinfolarinsimidelegift@gmail.com·08032539138·Lagos, Nigeria·https://www.linkedin.com/in/akinfolarin-simidele-9b080a30a
Summary
Results-driven financial and business analytics professional with over 10 years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to develop cost-tracking dashboards, analyze demand patterns, manage cross-functional stakeholder collaboration, and deliver accurate projections that optimize resource allocation. Adept at leveraging Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems to translate complex data into actionable business insights. Seeking to apply analytical and planning expertise to drive forecast accuracy and supply chain efficiency at FMN Holdings Limited.
Experience
Assistant Accounting Manager, Bell Papyrus Limited2016 – Present
- Developed and maintained demand-driven budgeting and forecasting models, analyzing departmental cost trends, identifying variance drivers, and producing projections that enabled management to make informed procurement and inventory decisions.
- Built cost-tracking dashboards using Microsoft Excel and reporting tools, reducing overhead expenses by 12% within one fiscal year through data-informed cost mitigation strategies.
- Analyzed historical financial data, seasonal patterns, and business activity trends to forecast cash flow requirements, informing demand-side planning across operations and procurement functions.
- Conducted monthly variance analysis, reconciling actual performance against budgeted targets and producing management-ready reports with actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
- Coordinated financial planning activities across Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Finance departments to align cost projections with business objectives, mirroring the cross-functional demand review process central to this role.
- Supported ERP system migration, working cross-functionally with IT and department heads to ensure accurate data flows, system validation, and consistent reporting outputs during and after transition.
- Supervised and mentored accounting team of multiple staff, delegating workstreams, providing performance feedback, and ensuring timely delivery of all reporting cycles.
- Streamlined month-end close process from 10 days to 5 days through enhanced reconciliation workflows and improved data validation protocols.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by 30% through enhanced data validation procedures and coordination with department heads on input quality.
- Led three consecutive internal and external audit cycles with zero major findings, maintaining full compliance with regulatory and internal control standards.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, recovering over N15 million in outstanding receivables through improved credit control and structured follow-up procedures.
Junior Accounting Officer, Proserv Nigeria Limited2012 – 2016
- Prepared and reconciled monthly management reports including income statements, balance sheets, and expense analyses, contributing to timely submission ahead of monthly deadlines.
- Identified and corrected bank reconciliation discrepancies, improving reconciliation efficiency by 25% through structured double-check validation processes.
- Streamlined supplier invoice documentation procedures, reducing processing time by 30% and improving vendor relationship management.
- Tracked customer payment patterns and successfully recovered N2.5 million in overdue receivables through proactive account monitoring and follow-up.
- Maintained full compliance with all VAT, WHT, and PAYE statutory filing deadlines with zero penalties or interest charges across the engagement period.
Accountant (NYSC), Yejide Girls' Grammar School Senior II2011 – 2012
- Managed institutional financial records, processed payroll, supported procurement and inventory tracking, and prepared monthly financial statements for management review.
Education
B.Sc. (Hons) in Economics, Second Class Lower, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State – 2010
Skills
Analytics Tools: Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Power BI, Peachtree Accounting Software
Data & Reporting: Financial Modelling, Variance Analysis, Dashboard Development, Trend Reporting
ERP & Systems: ERP System Migration Support, Financial Data Management
Office Suite: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Data Entry & Record Management
Certifications
Graduate Member2012
Nigeria Institute of Management (Chartered)
Proficiency Certificate in Management2011
NIM
Computer Appreciation Diploma2010
Office Applications & Peachtree Accounting
Seminar on Entrepreneurship and Job Recruitment Strategies2007
FEM Consulting
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) Workshop2009
United Nations Volunteers Collegiate
References
Oba (Barr.) Michael Elumaro Akinfolarin at The Larogbo & Paramount Ruler of Akotogbo Kingdom, Ondo State - 08023063980, 08054840735
Chief Cletus S.I. Njoku (ACP rtd.) at Ex-pioneer Head of Security, NNPC Nationwide - 08039219658, 07052337123
AKINFOLARIN AKINWALE -B.Ed(Hons.), M.Sc.(Ed.), GMNIM at Bank Fraud Section,
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC)
0813 712 0446
Languages
English, Yoruba
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