AKINWUMI AKINWOLE
@akinwumiakinwole
Experienced compliance and finance leader driving transparent systems for impact.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a finance and compliance specialist with over fifteen years of progressive experience in accounts, audit, tax management, grant compliance, and financial reporting. I build transparent systems that improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency for NGOs and startups.
In leadership roles I have implemented accounting systems, led month-end closing and reconciliations, coordinated external audits, and supported pre-award and post-award grant financial management. My initiatives have driven measurable improvements such as a 20% increase in reporting accuracy and a 25% efficiency gain from new accounting software.
I combine technical expertise in accounting systems and donor compliance with team development and capacity building to deliver timely, accurate financial information and ensure regulatory and donor-aligned controls.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Regional Head of Accounts
Al Basar International Foundation
Apr 2022 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Oversaw country accounting operations and led implementation of a new accounting system that increased efficiency by 25%; maintained 100% accuracy in financial reporting and month-end close processes.
Head of the Accounts
Al Basar International Foundation Limited
Apr 2018 - Apr 2022 (4 years)
Managed country-level financial management, coordinated external audits, and led grant budgeting and donor reporting to ensure compliance and accurate consolidated financials.
Head Outsourcing and Accounting Services
AMT Professionals
Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)
Led bookkeeping and accounting services for SMEs and NGOs, produced accurate financial statements, and managed staff to ensure adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.
Account Executive
Epybrand Nigeria Ltd
Jan 2003 - Apr 2015 (12 years 3 months)
Maintained cash and bank books, managed vendor and bank reconciliations, prepared age-wise debtor statements and financial schedules to support external audits and monthly reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bayero University, Kano
Master's degree, Finance and Investment
2014 - 2015
Completed a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Investment from 2014 to 2015.
Bayero University, Kano
Post-Graduate Diploma, Accounting and Finance
2009 - 2011
Completed a Post-Graduate Diploma in Accounting and Finance from 2009 to 2011.
Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic
Higher National Diploma, Accounting
2005 - 2008
Earned a Higher National Diploma in Accounting between 2005 and 2008.
Federal Polytechnic Ede
Ordinary National Diploma, Accounting
2000 - 2003
Completed an Ordinary National Diploma in Accounting from 2000 to 2003.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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