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Summary
Results-driven Budget Analyst with the Department of Defense, skilled in comprehensive budget analysis and cross-functional teamwork. Successfully led initiatives that improved financial compliance and reduced discrepancies, while fostering a collaborative environment. Proficient in Power BI data visualization, enhancing reporting accuracy and supporting strategic decision-making.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Budget Analyst
Department Of Defense, United State Army
04.2020 - Current
- Developed budget proposals ensuring compliance with Department of Defense regulations.
- Monitored expenditures, identified variances, and implemented corrective actions to meet financial goals.
- Collaborated with teams to gather data for budget forecasts, enhancing projection accuracy.
- Guided on financial policies and procedures, improving understanding among team members and stakeholders.
- Trained junior analysts, fostering a collaborative environment for professional development.
- Achieved successful audit results through diligent record-keeping and adherence to internal controls.
- Assisted in annual budget preparation by gathering necessary information from department heads.
- Led quarterly budget review process, identifying areas for financial improvement.
Business Expansion Manager
Adejumo Nigeria Enterprises
10.2012 - 11.2017
- Executed strategic expansion plans to boost market presence and revenue growth.
- Analyzed market trends for new business opportunities and optimized resource allocation.
- Coordinated teams to implement expansion initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
- Established performance indicators to assess expansion project success and adjust strategies.
- Negotiated with partners to secure agreements supporting expansion efforts.
- Managed timelines and built shelves for launching 3 new branches.
- Implemented metrics to track progress toward expansion goals regularly.
Compliance and Internal Control Officer
Access Bank Plc
08.2007 - 10.2012
- Developed internal control policies to mitigate operational risks.
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
- Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend actions.
- Collaborated with teams to enhance risk management frameworks.
- Led training on internal control practices and compliance requirements.
- Created internal audit plans to assess regulatory compliance and objectives.
- Reduced fraud instances by establishing monitoring systems and enforcing policies.
- Improved control processes through thorough risk assessments and recommendations.
Audit Assistant
Adebayo Gbadamosi Chartered Accountant
02.2006 - 08.2007
- Prepared audit documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted audits to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement.
- Streamlined audit processes with team collaboration to enhance efficiency.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy, providing feedback to auditors.
- Assessed financial records for accuracy and completeness.
- Identified errors in general ledger transactions.
- Implemented process improvements that boosted accuracy of reporting outcomes.
- Completed audits per regulations and auditing standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
The Polytechnic, Ibadan
Ibadan-NigeriaAssociate of Science -
Osun State Polytechnic
Iree, Osun State- NigeriaSkills
- Comprehensive budget analysis
- Data analysis and reporting
- Statistical analysis
- Innovative problem-solving
- Performance variance evaluation
- Adherence to ethical standards
- Power BI data visualization
- Effective time management
- Analytical problem-solving
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Proficient in handling multiple tasks
- Effective communication
- Risk analysis
- Project coordination
Interests
Timeline
Budget Analyst
Department Of Defense, United State Army
04.2020 - Current
Business Expansion Manager
Adejumo Nigeria Enterprises
10.2012 - 11.2017
Compliance and Internal Control Officer
Access Bank Plc
08.2007 - 10.2012
Audit Assistant
Adebayo Gbadamosi Chartered Accountant
02.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
The Polytechnic, Ibadan
Associate of Science -
Osun State Polytechnic
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