lily adindu

I’m a strategic finance leader with 14+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across multiple industries. I focus on cost optimization, revenue growth, and operational efficiency through data-driven insight and cross-functional collaboration, while staying grounded in GAAP/IFRS regulatory expectations. My work centers on financial modeling, variance analysis, KPI development, and clear stakeholder communication.

In my current Finance Manager–level role, I lead FP&A initiatives, build dynamic models for investment analysis, and drive performance forecasting and risk assessment. I direct budgeting and resource allocation for large operations, delivering 10% cost reduction and partnering with executive leadership to achieve 25% revenue growth. I also oversee monthly close, strengthen reporting accuracy and timeliness, ensure compliance with internal controls, and mentor the finance team to build continuous improvement and analytical excellence.

Earlier in my career, I strengthened month/quarter/year reporting, profitability analysis, trend forecasting, and scenario modeling, including automating reporting workflows with Excel macros to improve efficiency by 15%. I’ve managed cash flow and liquidity, handled AP/AR operations, and monitored debt servicing for property acquisitions. I also bring applied AI-assisted analytics into finance—connecting AI tools to data and using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Snowflake Intelligence, Excel Copilot, and Power BI AI visuals to automate reconciliation and variance analysis.