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SAFAAR A. ISIAKA

Houston,TX

Summary


PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST/ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR

Procurement Management – Accounting – Auditing Results-driven professional with over 15 years of combined expertise in Accounting and Procurement. Proven track record of orchestrating seamless financial operations and optimizing procurement processes.

Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accountant

O.J. Lawal & Associates ( Law Firm)
04.2024 - Current
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.

Administrator & Financial Officer

The Pillars Private School
01.2021 - 03.2024
  • Managed the staff and finance of the school including supervision of the Principal, Head Teacher, and Bursary department: Prepared and review of the monthly and annual budget; review of monthly reports and KPIs; Oversee maintenance of school facilities; Supervises book keeping for financial transactions; Review Of monthly and annual financial accounts of the school for accuracy and completeness.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.

Supervisor, EPCMI & EPCM2 Project Procurement

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2012 - 01.2020
  • Spearheaded procurement activities for major projects, overseeing strategic sourcing and meticulous contract execution, ensuring seamless project delivery
  • Led the comprehensive evaluation of supplier bids, providing strategic insights for contract award recommendations and execution, resulting in enhanced project efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Successfully navigated complex procurement landscapes, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgetary constraints
  • Played a pivotal role in negotiating favorable contract terms, driving cost savings and optimizing supplier relationships, contributing to overall project success
  • Implemented innovative procurement strategies that increased agility in responding to project requirements, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in project procurement management.

Supervisor, Service Procurement

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Oversaw the end-to-end process of service requisitions, bid invitations, supplier evaluations, and contract executions, ensuring meticulous adherence to procurement guidelines and industry standards
  • Spearheaded strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing procurement efficiency, and contributing to significant cost savings for the organization
  • Implemented robust contract management processes, minimizing risks and enhancing compliance with contractual obligations
  • Successfully led cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration between departments and suppliers, resulting in improved supplier relationships and service quality
  • Introduced innovative procurement strategies that increased agility in responding to market changes and fluctuations, positioning the organization as a leader in efficient service procurement practices.

Manager, Warehouse & Inventory Management

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Orchestrated efficient warehouse operations, optimizing inventory management, and implementing streamlined investment recovery processes, resulting in a substantial reduction of surplus inventory
  • Implemented strategic measures to account for inventory receipts and issues, enhancing material requisition and replenishment processes, thereby reducing lead times and ensuring seamless supply chain operations
  • Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives to improve overall inventory accuracy, leading to enhanced data integrity and more informed decision-making
  • Successfully executed cost-saving measures by identifying and implementing innovative inventory management techniques, contributing to improved financial performance
  • Played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration between warehouse and procurement teams, ensuring alignment of goals and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain.

Supervisor, Accounts Payables & Invoice Processing

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2001 - 01.2006
  • Orchestrated seamless invoice processing, implementing rigorous data accuracy checks and ensuring timely payment releases, significantly improving overall financial operations efficiency
  • Conducted regular reviews of payable guidelines, procedures, and control measures, proactively identifying and implementing enhancements to optimize processes
  • Demonstrated leadership in fostering a high-performance team, driving accountability and precision in accounts payable functions
  • Instituted robust internal controls, reducing errors and discrepancies in invoice processing, thereby fortifying the integrity of financial data
  • Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in accelerated payment cycles and strengthened relationships with vendors, contributing to a more streamlined and cost-effective accounts payable process.

System Development Analyst

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.1992 - 01.1994
  • Instrumental in spearheading the development and successful implementation of a cutting-edge accounting system, significantly elevating the accuracy of financial reports
  • Led comprehensive user training initiatives, ensuring seamless adoption of the new system and empowering team members with enhanced technological proficiency
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to analyze business requirements, resulting in a tailored system that met the specific needs of the organization
  • Drove process improvements, streamlining workflows and contributing to increased efficiency within the accounting department
  • Delivered impactful solutions that not only met but exceeded project expectations, positioning the organization at the forefront of technological advancements in financial management.

Audit Senior

Ernst & Young / Coopers & Lybrand
01.1988 - 01.1992
  • Pioneered and directed audits for small to medium-scale enterprises and government corporations, exhibiting expertise in meticulous audit planning and strategic reporting
  • Revitalized audit methodologies, streamlining processes for enhanced efficiency, and significantly boosting client satisfaction
  • Demonstrated exemplary leadership in orchestrating comprehensive audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Nurtured strong client relationships through effective communication and a results-driven approach, fostering trust and loyalty
  • Achieved notable improvements in overall audit quality, contributing to the firm's reputation for excellence and reinforcing its position in the market.

Education

Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) - Accounting, Financial Management, Auditing, and Taxation

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria
01.1989

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Upper Credit - Accounting, Financial Management, Management & Administration, Auditing, and Taxation

Lagos State Polytechnics
Lagos, Nigeria
01.1987

West African General Certificate of Education (GCE) - English Language, Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, Book-Keeping & Accounts, Government

Isolo Grammar School
Lagos, Nigeria
01.1982

Skills

  • Procurement Strategy Development
  • Cost Analysis and Reduction
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Regulatory Compliance in Accounting
  • ERP Systems Proficiency
  • Inventory Control and Management
  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Invoice Processing and Management
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Management accounting

Certification

  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, 1999
  • Certified Procurement Specialist

Career Overview

  • Administrator & Financial Officer, The Pillars Private School (Basic & College), Houston, TX, 77071, 01/2021, 03/2024, Managed the staff and finance of the school including supervision of the Principal, Head Teacher, and Bursary department, Prepared and review of the monthly and annual budget, Review of monthly reports and KPIs, Oversee maintenance of school facilities, Supervises bookkeeping for financial transactions, Review of monthly and annual financial accounts of the school for accuracy and completeness, Coaching, Documentation, Data analysis, Financial Analysis, Accounting and auditing
  • Supervisor, EPCMI & EPCM2 Project Procurement, Mobil Producing Nigeria, Lagos, Nigeria, 2012, 2020, Spearheaded procurement activities for major projects, overseeing strategic sourcing and meticulous contract execution, ensuring seamless project delivery, Led the comprehensive evaluation of supplier bids, providing strategic insights for contract award recommendations and execution, resulting in enhanced project efficiency and cost-effectiveness, Successfully navigated complex procurement landscapes, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgetary constraints, Played a pivotal role in negotiating favorable contract terms, driving cost savings and optimizing supplier relationships, contributing to overall project success, Implemented innovative procurement strategies that increased agility in responding to project requirements, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in project procurement management
  • Supervisor, Service Procurement, Mobil Producing Nigeria, Lagos, Nigeria, 2009, 2012, Oversaw the end-to-end process of service requisitions, bid invitations, supplier evaluations, and contract executions, ensuring meticulous adherence to procurement guidelines and industry standards, Spearheaded strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing procurement efficiency, and contributing to significant cost savings for the organization, Implemented robust contract management processes, minimizing risks and enhancing compliance with contractual obligations, Successfully led cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration between departments and suppliers, resulting in improved supplier relationships and service quality, Introduced innovative procurement strategies that increased agility in responding to market changes and fluctuations, positioning the organization as a leader in efficient service procurement practices
  • Manager, Warehouse & Inventory Management, Mobil Producing Nigeria, Eket, Nigeria, 2006, 2009, Orchestrated efficient warehouse operations, optimizing inventory management, and implementing streamlined investment recovery processes, resulting in a substantial reduction of surplus inventory, Implemented strategic measures to account for inventory receipts and issues, enhancing material requisition and replenishment processes, thereby reducing lead times and ensuring seamless supply chain operations, Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives to improve overall inventory accuracy, leading to enhanced data integrity and more informed decision-making, Successfully executed cost-saving measures by identifying and implementing innovative inventory management techniques, contributing to improved financial performance, Played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration between warehouse and procurement teams, ensuring alignment of goals and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain
  • Supervisor, Accounts Payables & Invoice Processing, Mobil Producing Nigeria, Lagos, Nigeria, 2001, 2006, Orchestrated seamless invoice processing, implementing rigorous data accuracy checks and ensuring timely payment releases, significantly improving overall financial operations efficiency, Conducted regular reviews of payable guidelines, procedures, and control measures, proactively identifying and implementing enhancements to optimize processes, Demonstrated leadership in fostering a high-performance team, driving accountability and precision in accounts payable functions, Instituted robust internal controls, reducing errors and discrepancies in invoice processing, thereby fortifying the integrity of financial data, Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in accelerated payment cycles and strengthened relationships with vendors, contributing to a more streamlined and cost-effective accounts payable process
  • System Development Analyst, Mobil Producing Nigeria, Lagos, Nigeria, 1992, 1994, Instrumental in spearheading the development and successful implementation of a cutting-edge accounting system, significantly elevating the accuracy of financial reports, Led comprehensive user training initiatives, ensuring seamless adoption of the new system and empowering team members with enhanced technological proficiency, Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to analyze business requirements, resulting in a tailored system that met the specific needs of the organization, Drove process improvements, streamlining workflows and contributing to increased efficiency within the accounting department, Delivered impactful solutions that not only met but exceeded project expectations, positioning the organization at the forefront of technological advancements in financial management
  • Audit Senior, Ernst & Young / Coopers & Lybrand, Lagos, Nigeria, 1988, 1992, Pioneered and directed audits for small to medium-scale enterprises and government corporations, exhibiting expertise in meticulous audit planning and strategic reporting, Revitalized audit methodologies, streamlining processes for enhanced efficiency, and significantly boosting client satisfaction, Demonstrated exemplary leadership in orchestrating comprehensive audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, Nurtured strong client relationships through effective communication and a results-driven approach, fostering trust and loyalty, Achieved notable improvements in overall audit quality, contributing to the firm's reputation for excellence and reinforcing its position in the market

Timeline

Accountant

O.J. Lawal & Associates ( Law Firm)
04.2024 - Current

Administrator & Financial Officer

The Pillars Private School
01.2021 - 03.2024

Supervisor, EPCMI & EPCM2 Project Procurement

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2012 - 01.2020

Supervisor, Service Procurement

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2009 - 01.2012

Manager, Warehouse & Inventory Management

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2006 - 01.2009

Supervisor, Accounts Payables & Invoice Processing

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.2001 - 01.2006

System Development Analyst

Mobil Producing Nigeria
01.1992 - 01.1994

Audit Senior

Ernst & Young / Coopers & Lybrand
01.1988 - 01.1992

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Upper Credit - Accounting, Financial Management, Management & Administration, Auditing, and Taxation

Lagos State Polytechnics

West African General Certificate of Education (GCE) - English Language, Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, Book-Keeping & Accounts, Government

Isolo Grammar School
  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, 1999
  • Certified Procurement Specialist

Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) - Accounting, Financial Management, Auditing, and Taxation

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
SAFAAR A. ISIAKA