Omotola

OMOTOLA OLUWASEUN OLUFEHINTI
Edinburgh, United Kingdom; Mobile: [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section); email: [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

INTRODUCTION
A proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and UK regulatory
compliance. I have extensive experience working closely with cross-functional teams, including auditors and tax experts, to
ensure accurate financial control and analysis. I am passionate about optimizing financial processes to support decision-
making, mitigate risks, and drive successful project outcomes.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Financial Reporting and Analysis • Cashflow Management
• Budgeting and Forecasting • Collaborating with Project Managers
• Cashflow Management • UK GAAP and IFRS standards
• Strategy Financing Planning • Regulatory Compliance (VAT, PAYE, CIS)
• Data Analysis & Variance Management • Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Internal Control and Audit • Sage 50

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
• Maintained less than 10% variance between audited and management accounts.
• Closed 3 years of outstanding tax audit with the Federal Inland Revenue Service
• Streamlined invoicing using Sage 50, reducing processing time by 50%

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Finance Officer
City of Portsmouth College October 2024 – Till Date
• Provide clear, accurate financial guidance to students and applicants on available Student Support Funds.
• Efficiently manage and administer Student Support Funds, ensuring precise record-keeping of all transactions.
• Reconcile distributed funds and generate detailed management reports to support financial transparency and business
outcomes.
• Handle bursary inquiries promptly in-person, via email and the COPC Engage App, ensuring excellent service
delivery.
• Maintain and update the Student Financial Support webpage to ensure relevant, up-to-date information.
• Produce management reports analysing fund utilisation, expenditure trends and financial performance to support
operational decision-making.
• Support budget monitoring by providing accurate financial information and expenditure analysis to management.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, funding regulations and audit requirements.
• Work closely with finance colleagues, operational teams and external stakeholders to resolve financial queries
efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial administration processes, contributing to increased efficiency and enhanced
customer service.

Financial Accountant
Sakura Care Limited (Contract) June 2024 – September
2024
• Collaborated with project managers to ensure accurate tracking of project expenses and adherence to budget
constraints.
• Conducted variance analysis between budgeted and actual project costs, providing actionable insights on risks,
opportunities, and deadlines.
• Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, contributing to effective decision-making and project
planning.
 • Managed cashflow forecasts, accruals, and work-in-progress (WIP) reports, to ensure accurate balance sheet positions.
• Ensured compliance with UK tax regulations and standard (VAT, PAYE, and CIS) while maintaining up-to-date
knowledge of IFRS standards.
• Provided financial analysis and recommendations to senior management, presenting clear and concise financial data
• Supported external audit processes by preparing detailed financial documentation and addressing discrepancies

Accountant
Nigerian Office for Trade Negotiations, January 2019 – August
2022
• Managed the general ledger and supported the financial reporting by preparing monthly management accounts.
• Collaborated with project managers to monitor project expenses and ensure alignment with financial targets.
• Processed vendor payments, managed statutory remittances, and ensured compliance with tax regulations.
• Conducted variance analysis to identify risks and ensure project costs remained within budget, advising project teams
accordingly.
• Provided financial analysis and supported budget preparation for ongoing and future projects, ensuring accurate
cashflow projections and efficient resource allocation.

Internal Auditor
G.E. Osagie & Alliott Group November 2017 – December 2018
• Performed in depth research on the business activities and processes, with the aim of identifying risks, controls, and
possible process improvement.
• Reviewed the compliance of business processes with established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Devised internal audit programmes and comprehensive tests to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of established
controls.
• Identified and implemented solutions to address internal control deficiencies across the business systems.
• Prepared reports highlighting audit findings and detailed recommendations to management.

EDUCATION
MSc, Business Analysis and Consulting,
University of Strathclyde Glasgow, United Kingdom Sept 2022 – Nov 2023
BSc., Accounting, Second Class Upper
Afe Babalola University, Nigeria 2017

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member, Association of Chartered Accountants (ACA) 2019
Student Member, Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA)
Progress: Strategic Professional level Ongoing

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Glasgow Children Hospital Charity, Glasgow, United Kingdom 2022/2023
• Participate in fundraising initiatives by organizing events
• Assist customers during their shopping experience in the charity store
• Enhanced teamwork and communication skills through collaboration with volunteers