MARIAM YUSUFF-AKINBO

A seasoned professional with over 4 years of extensive experience managing functional operations in a flexible working environment. Expertise in financial auditing, risk management, compliance analysis, taxation, and accounting. Mariam has career success in developing and executing operational tactics to accomplish striking results.

• Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
• CISA (2023)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) In progress

• Financial Analysis
• Microsoft Office Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint
• Audit Preparation
• GAAP, IFRS, ASC 606
• Research and presentation
• Revenue Recognition
• Acute Communication skills
• Tableau, (SAP), and Audit board.

• DELOITTE, ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI, Senior Audit Associate, 10/2021 - Present, Conducted corporate audit procedures tailored to clients' business operations, risk exposure, and internal controls., Lead audit engagements while planning and executing audit procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and International Standards on Auditing (ISA)., Consulted with clients to identify, evaluate, and assess business controls, risks, process gaps, and workflow inefficiencies., Reported internal control issues to management and offered comprehensive risk mitigation strategies., Planned and executed thorough state compliance financial audits based on decided procedures to ensure financial statements were accurately presented in accordance with GAAP., Communicated observations promptly and effectively by assessing risks and impacts., Managed, mentored, and trained teams of interns, associates, and newly hired and junior audit employees.
• INTERACTIVE BROKERS, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, Senior Compliance Analyst, 06/2020 - 10/2021, Prepared Regulatory Filings for Senior Managers and advised management on metrics analysis to drive actionable insights for decision-making while ensuring timely escalation for enhanced due diligence., Implemented Anti Money Laundering procedure improvements, resulting in a 30% reduction in incidents., Conducted thorough reviews and analysis of client cashiering activities to eliminate illegal cash activities., Made outbound calls and sent electronic communications to both internal and external employees, resulting in a 28% reduction in the risk exposure of high-risk entities., Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance checklists to ensure adherence to the requisite Code of Ethics, skillfully investigated and resolved any emerging queries., Improved and implemented risk rating criteria with KYC management and procedures for both clients and corporate customers.
• CAPRI CAPITAL PARTNERS, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, Accountant, 04/2019 - 05/2020, Improved monthly and quarterly financial statement creation and review by developing efficient templates, which reduced wait time by 50%., Maintained financial accuracy by updating journal entries and processing cash activity in Yardi., Conducted financial market research and analysis to monitor interest rate trends and assess market conditions., Ensured financial consistency by publishing monthly journal entries that reconciled general ledger accounts between internal systems and external statements., Increased financial accuracy by analyzing financial reports, providing feedback, and addressing reconciled items to property managers and the proper department for resolution., Collaborated with the finance team to support budgeting and financial planning processes., Played a key role in automating revenue accounting processes, resulting in a 60% increase in efficiency.
• FRIEDMAN AND HUEY, FRANKFORT, ILLINOIS, Accountant, 01/2019 - 03/2019, Managed the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting., Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls., Produced monthly and ad-hoc treasury reports for senior management and key stakeholders., Analyzed and reconciled bank statements and cash transactions to maintain accurate cash records
• PURDUE UNIVERSITY NORTHWEST, HAMMOND, INDIANA, Global Ambassador, 04/2018 - 12/2018, Contributed to recruitment events, including presentations, and receptions, offering valuable support., Shared cultural insights and in-depth knowledge of educational systems in their respective countries to provide a well-rounded perspective., Utilized personal contacts to help establish recruitment networks and reach out to potential candidates., Provided support for student orientation and airport pickups to ensure a smooth transition for new students.

Available on Request