MICHAEL OSAGIE

Salary: $1470.44/month | 40 hrs/week

Supervisor: Mr. Lu Osagie | May we contact: Yes

As a Tax Compliance Analyst, I conduct comprehensive analysis of high-volume financial data to ensure regulatory compliance and enhance audit readiness for over 15 small business clients. I am responsible for verifying the accuracy of business bank statements and reconciling over 1,000 transactions each month. My duties require a high level of analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strict confidentiality.

• Review and classify large sets of financial data to ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws, helping clients avoid penalties and improve financial reporting accuracy.
• Conduct forensic reviews of client transactions to flag irregularities and patterns that may indicate fraud, errors, or financial mismanagement.
• Develop and maintain accurate digital records using proprietary tax software and Microsoft Excel, improving documentation turnaround time by 30%.
• Serve as the main liaison between clients and internal teams, gathering supporting documentation for audits, reconciling inconsistencies, and explaining regulatory processes in clear terms.
• Prepare preliminary audit reports and assist in compiling IRS-compliant summaries, which contributed to a 95% error-free audit rate for the firm.

Unpaid / 24 hrs/week

Supervisor: Ms. Mariama Koker | May we contact: Yes

As a Volunteer Digital Marketer, I led a rapid digital turnaround initiative for a restaurant and lounge with no existing online presence. I successfully launched and managed the business's first Facebook and Google Business accounts, producing measurable results within 30 days.

• Designed and deployed a brand-new Facebook business page, organically growing the page to over 450 likes and 460 followers through targeted messaging and outreach.
• Developed, scheduled, and analyzed digital ad campaigns using Meta Business Suite, resulting in a 40% increase in page engagement and measurable foot traffic growth.
• Designed branded graphics using Canva to create a consistent and visually appealing identity across platforms.
• Optimized the business’s Google Business Profile, correcting outdated information and improving visibility in local search results—placing it in the top 3 for relevant keywords in Bo.
• Conducted audience segmentation to better target high-value demographics through regional ad strategies and time-based promotions.

Unpaid / 40 hrs/week

Supervisor: Ms. Ede | May we contact: Yes

As an Intern Reporter with NTA, Nigeria’s national broadcast station, I contributed to both field reporting and in-studio editorial functions. I assisted the newsroom team in producing timely, accurate, and engaging news stories covering both local and national topics.

• Researched and developed over 20 broadcast news stories, contributing to a 10% increase in viewer engagement during the summer news cycle.
• Wrote, edited, and voiced scripts for televised news segments, ensuring clarity and professional broadcast quality under tight production deadlines.
• Provided on-site coverage and support during major political and cultural events, gathering firsthand data and conducting interviews with stakeholders.
• Edited video content using in-house software, trimming footage to broadcast standards and ensuring final stories adhered to editorial guidelines.
• Managed calendars, correspondence, and travel logistics for the Assistant Director of News, improving team workflow and newsroom efficiency.