Michael Akinyemi
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Versatile Business Analyst with over 13 years of experience driving transformative operational excellence, strategic decision-making synergies, and process optimization through data-driven analytics and insightful reporting. Recognized for translating complex data into actionable insights, influencing cross-functional stakeholder collaboration, and championing agile delivery frameworks. Proven expertise in requirements engineering, business process re-engineering, data architecture, and cross-functional project execution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Business Analyst
Honeywell Group Limited
3 2019 - Current
- Achieving 30% reduction in development time through detailed requirements documentation.
- Driving 25% increase in customer satisfaction by translating complex needs into clear product requirements.
- Implemented agile practices resulted in a 20% reduction in project delays and a 15% increase in on-time deliveries.
- Spearheading process improvements and automation efforts, delivering a 30% increase in operational efficiency and $250,000 in annual cost savings.
- Leveraging problem-solving skills and domain expertise to resolve complex issues.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration.
- Maintaining prioritised product backlogs, ensuring consistent stakeholder communication throughout development lifecycles.
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager
Honeywell Group Limited
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Spearheaded IFRS conversion across 9 companies with over $150 million in assets, ensured compliance and minimized operational disruptions
- Conducted in-depth financial analyses, including variance and trend analysis, for companies with $50 million+ combined budgets, identified improvement opportunities
- Evaluated financial viability and secured funding for a new $30million recreational facility launch, successfully negotiating 7%+ contractor cost savings
- Led due diligence for an energy acquisition, identified $450K in cost-saving opportunities
- Provided financial, accounting, and compliance support to startup founders that were part of an accelerator program, improving tax and statutory compliance to 95%.
- Successfully managed $10 million renovation of a 5-star hotel, oversaw project timelines, staffing, process and control re-engineering
- Streamlined financial planning, forecasting, and reporting processes, improved productivity; and identifying areas for process improvements
- Partnered with leadership on strategic initiatives, leveraging expertise in financial analysis and business performance evaluation
- Ensured seamless collaboration among finance functions, supported accounting teams as needed.
Associate to Assistant Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Financial Services Practice
10.2009 - 07.2014
- Led audit engagements across financial services, energy, and manufacturing companies, achieved 100% on-time delivery.
- Conducted process mapping and gap analysis against standards/regulations, identifying control gaps and providing recommendations for remediation.
- Planned and executed IFRS conversion roadmaps for banking and pension fund clients with over $2 billion in AUM, ensuring compliance.
- Managed cross-functional delivery teams, implementing quality assurance processes to meet project timelines.
- Conducted extensive training sessions for 5 finance teams during IFRS conversion initiatives.
- Provided guidance, feedback, and hands-on training to junior team members, focusing on skill development.
Education
MBA -
Lagos Business School
08.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University Of Lagos
07.2003 - 01.2008
Skills
Requirements Gathering
Certification
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) – Affiliate Member
Timeline
MBA -
Lagos Business School
08.2021 - 10.2023
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager
Honeywell Group Limited
08.2014 - 01.2019
Associate to Assistant Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Financial Services Practice
10.2009 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University Of Lagos
07.2003 - 01.2008
Business Analyst
Honeywell Group Limited
3 2019 - Current