Abayomi Abiodun
@abayomiabiodun
Detail-oriented Certified National Accountant with over a decade of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a Certified National Accountant (C N A) with over a decade of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance. My career has been dedicated to managing corporate finances and streamlining processes to provide actionable insights that enhance profitability. I have a proven track record of preparing and analyzing financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP, and managing accounts payable and receivable efficiently.
In my current role as a Senior Accountant at the Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, I successfully reduced operational costs by 25% through variance analysis and collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement a new accounting software system, which improved reporting efficiency by 100%. My leadership experience includes supervising and mentoring a team of junior accountants, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Accountant
FORESTRY RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
Jul 2014 - Present (10 years 10 months)
Prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Managed accounts payable and receivable, conducted variance analysis, and collaborated on a new accounting software system, improving reporting efficiency. Supervised a team of 8 junior accountants.
Accountant
FORESTRY RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
Jul 2011 - Jul 2014 (3 years)
Reconciled bank statements, assisted in budget preparation, conducted internal audits, and prepared tax returns, achieving a 10% reduction in tax liability through strategic planning.
Junior Accountant
FORESTRY RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
Feb 2005 - Jul 2011 (6 years 5 months)
Processed payroll, maintained employee records, recorded financial transactions, and supported external auditors during year-end audits while monitoring cash flow.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nigerian College of Accountancy
Post Graduate Diploma, Accounting
2011 -
The Polytechnic Ibadan
Higher National Diploma, Accountancy
2009 -
The Polytechnic Ibadan
National Diploma, Accountancy
2004 -
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Software and tools used professionally
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