Stanley Mohamed Yoker Mustapha
9919 Dubarry Street, Glenn Dale
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Analyst
Sierra Rutile Limited
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Analyses trends and informs the HOD of any major discrepancies occurring between actual and budget.
- Receives all requisitions from the sections to verify the following before store issues: cost code correct, budget availability, ensure when necessary the quote is attached, ensure authority matrix has been complied with, purchase is in line with budgets;
- Prepares cost presentation and presents to a departmental meeting and discusses trends and agrees and records reason for discrepancies.
- Determine major cost components and key activities that drive costs and provide accurate reasons for departmental cost overruns, Request from the budget holder any explanations for cost overruns or any unexplained discrepancies.
- Annual departmental Budget preparation.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
- Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
- Performed gap analysis to identify areas of improvement.
- Optimized workflow processes to enhance overall productivity and achieve operational excellence.
- Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
- Enabled data-driven decision making with advanced analytics tools, generating valuable insights for the organization.
- Implemented best-practice methodologies that improved overall project delivery timelines while maintaining quality standards.
- Reduced operational costs through thorough data analysis and implementing cost-effective solutions.
- Executed analysis of risks and identified risk mitigation strategies.
- Increased efficiency in resource allocation by conducting detailed business requirements analysis.
- Generated business intelligence reports to inform strategic decision-making.
- Analyzed key aspects of business to evaluate factors driving results and summarized into presentations.
- Enhanced company-wide decision-making by developing comprehensive reports on key performance indicators.
- Assessed business requirements to forecast annual budgetary operational costs.
- Drafted reports on company financial metrics to assess successes and account for deficiencies.
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
- Generated ad-hoc reports to evaluate specific business requirements.
- Generated standard and custom reports to provide insights into business performance.
- Created dashboards to monitor and track key performance indicators.
- Identified patterns and trends in large data sets and provided actionable insights.
- Created data models to support decision-making processes.
- Deployed predictive analytics models to forecast future trends.
- Developed and maintained data warehouses and data marts to support business operations.
- Developed data mining algorithms to identify and classify patterns in cost data.
Head of Financial Planning and Management Accounts
Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA)
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Oversees all Fixed Assets activities Prepares Monthly Management Accounts and Analysis.
- Determine major cost components and key activities that drive costs and provide accurate reasons for departmental cost overruns; Coordinate the preparation of Annual Budgets and Quarterly Forecasts.
- Acts as HOD.
- Coordinates and prepares all Financial Reports.
- In charge of Financial Systems controls.
- Coordinates all month-end closing activities and oversees all activities in the finance department; Prepares any cost analysis as required by management for decision-making.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Head of Management Accounts
Sunbird Bioenergy SL Limited (Formerly Addax Bioenergy)
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Prepares monthly management accounts and cost report.
- Analyses trends and informs the HOD of any major discrepancies occurring between actual and budget.
- Review all PRs and POs to ensure correct codes are used; purchase is in line with budgets.
- Prepares cost presentation and presents to a departmental meeting and discusses trends and agrees and records reason for discrepancies.
- Determine major cost components and key activities that drive costs and provide accurate reasons for departmental cost overruns; Request from budget holder any explanations for cost overruns or any unexplained discrepancies.
- Assist HOD’s in preparing quarterly cost forecasts; Prepares Capital Expenditure Approval Requests for the department; Investigate any queries arising, take corrective action where necessary and reports back; Annual departmental Budget preparation; Requisitions not meeting the criteria are followed up with end users.
- Prepares any cost analysis as required by management for decision making.
Senior Cost Analyst
Sierra Rutile Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Enhanced financial forecasting accuracy with detailed cost analysis reports.
- Assessed vendor contracts to ensure optimal value for money spent on goods and services procured by the company.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development and enhancing overall team performance.
- Supported business growth initiatives by providing accurate cost projections and risk assessments.
- Increased profitability by identifying inefficiencies in the supply chain and recommending improvements.
- Monitored industry trends to stay informed on best practices in cost management strategies.
- Coordinated with department heads in developing budgets that align with their respective objectives while meeting company-wide financial targets.
- Reduced project costs by optimizing resource allocation and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency within the finance department, allowing for better resource utilization across the organization.
- Conducted in-depth audits of project expenses, identifying areas for potential savings or reallocation of funds.
- Improved financial reporting quality by conducting thorough variance analyses and identifying discrepancies.
- Provided data-driven insights to inform strategic planning and support long-term organizational goals.
- Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
- Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.
- Readied and presented cost reports to keep stakeholders informed of job progress.
Head, Financial Controls and Strategy/TQM
Access Bank
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Preparation of yearly budget, Expense control and cost analysis (OPEX and CAPEX).
- Strategic Planning, policies and procedures.
- Prepares Balance Sheet and Income Statement Prepares, financial projection, and Intercompany Account reconciliation.
- Prepares Accruals and Amortization schedules.
- Prepares Financial and Operational Highlights
- Assist External Auditors during audit.
- Prepares BSD reports; Prepares GST and WHT returns.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Internal Controls and Audit Officer
Zenith Bank
03.2009 - 03.2012
- Played an instrumental role in preparing the organization for external audits, leading to successful outcomes with minimal findings.
- Identified areas of operational inefficiency, proposing targeted solutions that led to significant cost savings for the company.
- Assisted in the development of risk assessment strategies, resulting in improved audit focus and resource allocation.
- Conducted comprehensive audits for various departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by identifying areas where internal controls could be strengthened or enhanced.
- Facilitated smooth communication between management and staff during audits, fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.
- Trained junior team members on auditing best practices, improving overall department performance and knowledge base.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on relevant laws and regulations, ensuring accurate guidance was provided to clients at all times.
- Contributed to annual budgeting process by analyzing prior year expenses and providing accurate projections for upcoming fiscal year costs related to auditing activities.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
Education
CGMA Diploma in Management Accounting -
Association of International Chartered Professional Accountants UK & USA
11.2023
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Accounting -
Institute of Public Administration And Management, University of Sierra Leone
12.2009
Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Business Acumen
- Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Technical Proficiency
- Project Management
- Data Interpretation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Pivot tables
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Internal Auditing
Personal Information
Title: Business Analyst/Management Accountant
Reference
- Victor E Tarmoh
+12405477624
victortarmoh.vt@gmail.com
- Samuelson Papsso Sesay
+15714712636
sampapsso@yahoo.com
- Joseph A Karimu
+23279293949
jjkarimu@gmailcom
Timeline
Business Analyst
Sierra Rutile Limited
09.2022 - 10.2023
Head of Financial Planning and Management Accounts
Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA)
12.2019 - 08.2022
Head of Management Accounts
Sunbird Bioenergy SL Limited (Formerly Addax Bioenergy)
02.2017 - 11.2019
Senior Cost Analyst
Sierra Rutile Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
Head, Financial Controls and Strategy/TQM
Access Bank
10.2012 - 12.2014
Internal Controls and Audit Officer
Zenith Bank
03.2009 - 03.2012
CGMA Diploma in Management Accounting -
Association of International Chartered Professional Accountants UK & USA
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Accounting -
Institute of Public Administration And Management, University of Sierra Leone
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