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MONISADE EKIBOLAJI

Maple Grove,USA

Summary

Dynamic financial professional with extensive experience at Guaranty Trust Bank, excelling in tax compliance and financial analysis. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and resolve discrepancies, leveraging strong analytical skills and effective communication. Adept in accounting principles and project management, consistently delivering high customer satisfaction and achieving organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Revenue Agent (GS 9)

IRS
Bloomington, MN
06.2024 - Current
  • Enforcing tax laws and ensuring taxpayers comply with them
  • Experts in tax laws, regulations, and procedures necessary to carry out my duties
  • Helping and guidance to taxpayers and other stakeholders
  • Determines the accuracy and completeness of tax returns and resolves tax disputes by reviewing tax records, conducting audits, and negotiating settlements
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial documents to determine tax liabilities for individuals, corporations, and other entities.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding the status of delinquent accounts and recommended appropriate collection action.
  • Assessed taxes, penalties, and interest due on delinquent accounts in accordance with state regulations.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from taxpayers regarding billing errors or other issues.
  • Researched applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to taxation matters.
  • Provided guidance and advice to taxpayers on filing requirements and payment options.
  • Performed calculations to determine estimated taxes due or refunds expected.
  • Assisted with audits conducted by Internal Revenue Service agents.

Auditor (GS 9)

DCAA
Plymouth, MN
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Performed audit duties as a junior-level auditor according to agency guidelines
  • Document and evaluate detailed business processes and prepare comprehensive risk assessments
  • Meet with the auditees to explain the audit purpose and obtain necessary information and data
  • Prepared detailed Progress payment audit working papers and substantiating documents recording steps performed and conclusions reached
  • Develop and modify audit programs and plans, aligning audit steps with risk assessment
  • Performed Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Disclosure Statement
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures, and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement
  • Obtained and interpreted relevant and authoritative criteria for programs or issues under audit
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy
  • Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources, and workload demands
  • Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits
  • Assisted in preparing audit plans based on established objectives and standards.
  • Participated in special projects related to due diligence investigations as required.
  • Collaborated closely with other team members to develop effective audit plans.
  • Reviewed and evaluated internal control systems, financial records, and accounting systems to ensure accuracy of information.
  • Interacted regularly with clients to discuss audit progress, findings, and recommendations.

Senior Analyst

Becton Dickinson
Houston, TX
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Company Overview: An American multinational medical and global technology company that develops, manufactures, and also sells a broad range of medical supplies, devices, laboratory equipment, and diagnostic products
  • Advanced understanding of ES system, overall system integration, and ability to implement final solution design
  • Conducted in-depth client training on the use of CareFusion products
  • Mentored team members on products, best practices, and customer education, and provided team support and product information on strategic products
  • Analyzed and resolved issues that had the potential to jeopardize performance and/or ability to meet agreed-upon project deliverables
  • Completed weekly administrative tasks in support of quality management, reporting, revenue, and expense
  • An American multinational medical and global technology company that develops, manufactures, and also sells a broad range of medical supplies, devices, laboratory equipment, and diagnostic products
  • Maintained updated knowledge base on industry trends and best practices.
  • Collaborated with IT teams on new tools and technologies.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Disseminated information regarding tools, reports or metadata enhancements.

Field Service Technician

Aqvia Company
Carlsbad, USA
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: American multinational company serving the combined industries of health information technology and clinical research
  • Facilitated client training and provided support for installed equipment through reference guides and materials, as well as practical instruction on operational procedures
  • Compose detailed work reports, depicting information for patterns and performance gaps to create equipment suggestions or additional customer training
  • Executed annual preventive service maintenance on all systems to maximize performance, minimize downtime, and maintain equipment's life span
  • Also worked as a training consultant to develop and optimize organization’s staff development and training programs
  • American multinational company serving the combined industries of health information technology and clinical research

Bookkeeping / Administrative Assistant

Washington County Behavioral Health
Brenham, USA
01.2015 - 06.2019
  • Examined financial documents, including contracts, expense reports and apportionment, invoices, to review account activity for any discrepancies or anomalies
  • Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information
  • Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements
  • Provided leadership and oversight of front desk operations including directing staff in daily assignments and delivering outstanding customer support
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files
  • Monitored performance for a team of 9 staff and ensured compliance with healthcare regulations
  • Compiled administrative and logistical reports, developed and updated Excel spreadsheets, created budgets and designed staff schedules based on forecasted operational needs
  • Recognized as Employee of the Month in February 2017 for going above and beyond job requirements
  • Performed and provided expertise in resource planning, budget formulation, and budget execution, Identifying and recommending policy modifications and implementing budgetary and financial policies

Cash Supervisor / Cash Officer

Guaranty Trust Bank
Ibadan, Nigeria
09.2011 - 12.2014
  • Company Overview: A multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated them to the direct supervisor for quick resolution
  • Greeted customers and responded to requests for information
  • Rectified discrepancies between accounting records and cash drawer by researching daily transactions to pinpoint issues
  • Supervised counting cash drawers and made bank deposits as part of bank opening and closing procedures
  • Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions, and building rapport
  • Reconciled registers to prepare daily bank deposits
  • Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management
  • Assisted management with developing and managing employee improvement strategies to encourage exceptional performance from staff
  • Taught junior employees, proactive strategies to meet operational and sales goals
  • A multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services
  • Conducted staff training sessions on proper cash handling techniques and procedures.
  • Investigated any suspicious activity reported by staff members or customers.
  • Responded promptly to customer complaints regarding cash transactions.
  • Resolved problems encountered during daily operations in a professional manner.

Accounts Receivable and Cash Management Specialist

Guaranty Trust Bank
Ibadan, Nigeria
01.2008 - 08.2011
  • Company Overview: A multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services
  • Performed various accounts receivable functions, handled cash receipts posting, updated cash flow reports, and researched chargebacks and write-offs
  • Evaluated open accounts to look for past-due balances and pursue collection strategies
  • Verified, classified, computed, posted, and recorded accounts payable data and reconciled daily totals to confirm proper accounting
  • Coached and mentored 10 new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer service to support successful business operations
  • Oversaw advanced cashiering functions, including processing returns, payment reversals, and exchanges
  • Maintained daily cash register drawers by carefully counting out correct change, calculating profits, and documenting totals
  • Investigated and resolved discrepancies between accounting records and cash drawer by analyzing daily transactions to pinpoint issues
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings of 5/5 by delivering fast and friendly service
  • A multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services

Audit Intern

Guaranty Trust Bank
Ibadan, Nigeria
01.2007 - 12.2007
  • Company Overview: A multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services
  • Worked under supervision of auditors to develop working knowledge of company's audit approach, tools, and methods
  • Facilitated office workflow by assisting with administrative tasks and communicating with clients on auditors' behalf
  • Performed fraud investigation and identified fraudulent behavior through auditing
  • Reviewed petty cash disbursements, purchasing card transactions and travel expense reports for compliance with policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances
  • Researched and implemented best practices to improve audit results
  • A multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services

Education

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) -

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02.2026

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
01.2021

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Accounting

Imo State University
Nigeria
01.2019

Skills

  • Accounting principles and practices
  • Financial statement analysis
  • Tax preparation and compliance
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Health financing and management
  • General ledger management
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • QuickBooks expertise
  • Data analytics and reporting
  • Project management methodologies
  • auditing processes
  • Balance sheet preparation

Professional Development Affiliations

  • The National Society of Leadership and Success, 2021
  • CPA Eligible, 2021
  • International Honor Award, Delta Mu Delta Honor Society, 2021
  • Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, 2021
  • Associate Accounting Technician (AAT) of Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria, 2003
  • Fifth-Year Accounting Student Scholarship award

Timeline

Revenue Agent (GS 9)

IRS
06.2024 - Current

Auditor (GS 9)

DCAA
11.2023 - 05.2024

Senior Analyst

Becton Dickinson
09.2021 - 04.2022

Field Service Technician

Aqvia Company
08.2019 - 08.2021

Bookkeeping / Administrative Assistant

Washington County Behavioral Health
01.2015 - 06.2019

Cash Supervisor / Cash Officer

Guaranty Trust Bank
09.2011 - 12.2014

Accounts Receivable and Cash Management Specialist

Guaranty Trust Bank
01.2008 - 08.2011

Audit Intern

Guaranty Trust Bank
01.2007 - 12.2007

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) -

Grand Canyon University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Accounting

Imo State University