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akinwale bolarinwa

@akinwalebolarinwa

I am a strategic finance executive with 21+ years public-sector experience and proven private-sector finance control.

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior finance leadership role where I can align financial strategy with institutional goals, enhance internal controls, lead high-performing teams, implement ERP/data solutions, and ensure fiduciary accountability.

I am a strategic and results-driven finance executive with over 21 years in public-sector financial management and 16 months as a private-sector Finance Controller. I have managed multi‑billion‑naira budgets, led ERP implementations that improved reporting efficiency, reduced overheads, and delivered zero non‑compliance audit outcomes.

I lead high-performing teams to strengthen internal controls, optimize costs, and align financial strategy with institutional goals. I hold advanced accounting qualifications and certifications in forensic accounting and data analytics, and I bring disciplined, fiduciary-focused leadership to complex financial environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

NC

Finance Officer

Nigeria Armed Forces Resettlement Centre

Nov 2017 - Feb 2024 (6 years 3 months)

Managed budgeting, payroll, and fund allocation for the resettlement program while ensuring compliance with Ministry of Defence policies and supervising internal financial audits. Led finance team efforts in cash flow planning and inter-agency fund coordination.

NB

Account Officer

Nigerian Army 6 Battalion

Sep 2003 - Aug 2013 (9 years 11 months)

Maintained battalion accounts, ledgers, and payroll records to ensure accurate transaction documentation and timely allowance disbursement, and supported external and internal audits. Prepared and reconciled monthly reports with divisional HQ.

DA

Finance Officer

82 Division, Nigerian Army

Jul 2002 - Sep 2003 (1 year 2 months)

Oversaw divisional fund disbursement and record-keeping, coordinated internal audit responses, and maintained financial reports to support military operations and logistics. Provided advisory support to divisional leadership on compliance.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Uyo logoUU

University of Uyo

Master of Science, Accounting

Master of Science in Accounting completed at the University of Uyo in 2023.

University of Uyo logoUU

University of Uyo

Postgraduate Diploma, International Relations

Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations from the University of Uyo completed in 2013.

OP

Osisatech Polytechnic

Higher National Diploma, Not specified

Higher National Diploma (H.N.D) awarded by Osisatech Polytechnic in 2009.

OP

Osisatech Polytechnic

National Diploma, Not specified

National Diploma (N.D) awarded by Osisatech Polytechnic in 2007.

VS

Vetland Grammar School

West African Senior School Certificate Examination, Not specified

Completed the West African Senior School Certificate Examination at Vetland Grammar School in 2001.

AS

Alhaja Kudirat Abiola Model Pry School

First School Leaving Certificate, Not specified

First School Leaving Certificate obtained from Alhaja Kudirat Abiola Model Pry School in 1996.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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