Filima Peter
@filimapeter
I lead finance operations, controls, reporting, and audit readiness for growing organizations.
What I'm looking for
At Topman & Dana Services, I lead end-to-end finance operations for a business supporting approximately ₦1–₦5 billion in annual turnover, overseeing reporting, banking, taxation, controls, and statutory audit coordination. I supervise a seven-person finance team, support payroll processes for approximately 35 employees, and manage activities across four bank accounts.
Across manufacturing, professional services, and public-sector finance roles, I’ve strengthened internal controls, coordinated audits and tax compliance, improved reporting processes, and supported cost-control initiatives. I also led Sage Pastel Evolution implementation, end-user training, and post-implementation support for NPA Nigeria.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance Manager
Topman & Dana Services Ltd
Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 8 months)
Lead end-to-end finance operations for a business with approximately ₦1–₦5 billion in annual turnover, overseeing financial reporting, banking, taxation, financial controls and statutory audit coordination. Supervise a finance team of approximately 7 personnel and support payroll for approximately 35 employees.
Accounts Manager / Acting Admin Manager
Mac Cannon Industries Ltd
Jan 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Directed financial and administrative operations for a manufacturing company in a dual finance and administration leadership role. Supported budgeting, cash-flow management and financial planning activities, and strengthened accounting processes and internal controls.
Accountant / Acting Head of Finance
Rivers State Road Traffic Management Authority
Jan 2010 - Dec 2015 (5 years 11 months)
Supported and led key finance activities for a government agency, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, contractor payments and staff payroll. Maintained financial records, performed bank reconciliations, managed tax compliance and coordinated audit processes.
ERP Consultant
Robert Ade-Odiachi & Co.
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 11 months)
Supported implementation of Sage Pastel Evolution for NPA Nigeria and delivered end-user training to support successful adoption of the finance and ERP system. Provided on-site implementation and post-deployment support to NPA Delta Port.
Accounts / Admin Officer
Kojaco Engineering Services Ltd
Jan 1995 - Dec 1997 (2 years 11 months)
Handled bookkeeping, payroll, banking transactions and administrative duties.
Industrial Trainee (SIWES)
Halliburton Energy Services Nigeria Ltd
Jan 1993 - Dec 1994 (1 year 11 months)
Supported accounts payable and payroll processing within a global energy services environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Port Harcourt
Bachelor of Science, Finance and Banking
Bachelor of Science in Finance and Banking from the University of Port Harcourt.
Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu
Higher National Diploma, Accounting
Higher National Diploma in Accounting from the Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu.
Rivers State Polytechnic, Bori
Ordinary National Diploma, Accounting
Ordinary National Diploma in Accounting from Rivers State Polytechnic, Bori.
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