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Olakunle Shogbetun

@olakunleshogbetun

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Experienced Account, Audit, Tax Accountant and Consultant.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters professional growth and values teamwork.

I am an experienced Account, Audit, Tax Accountant and Consultant with over 12 years of expertise in diverse areas including recruitment, placement, and preparing IFRS compliant financial statements. I excel at financial statement audits for more than 15 multinational NGOs and have successfully led a team of auditors, consistently meeting company goals efficiently.

My dedication and organized approach have enabled me to resolve significant tax liabilities for clients, reducing them from #4.3bn to #54m. I am an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN). I have a proven track record in preparing management letters, processing tax clearance certificates, and leading audit teams to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Asst. Audit & Tax Manager

AO Partners Chartered Accountants

Oct 2020 - Jan 2021 (3 months)

Led a team to resolve tax liabilities for clients, significantly reducing liabilities from #4.3bn to #54m. Prepared and analyzed financial statements in compliance with GAAP and IFRS, and filed annual returns. Oversaw monthly PAYE remittances and engaged in continuous improvement initiatives.

Financial Statement Analysis GAAP IFRS Team Leadership Microsoft Excel Tax Compliance Problem Solving Audit Reporting Client Management

Team Lead Bookkeeping

Emmanuel Abiodun Adeniji & Co.

Jul 2019 - Oct 2019 (3 months)

Provided tax audit consultancy and trained new team members on company procedures. Coached team members and audited compliance with tax practices.

Auditing Coaching Microsoft Excel Team Management Financial Analysis Problem Solving Communication

Accounts Manager

Glossands Ltd

Jul 2010 - Sep 2013 (3 years 2 months)

Managed financial statement preparation and monthly reconciliations. Worked with external auditors and ensured compliance with tax regulations. Maintained HR policies and managed payroll, tax remittances, and financial relationships.

Financial Statement Preparation Payroll Management Tax Compliance External Audit Coordination Reconciliations HR Policies Financial Reporting Accounting

I.T. Administrator

Everbright Schools

Apr 2010 - Jun 2010 (2 months)

Set up LAN networks and administered network systems for effectiveness. Provided IT training to students and led technical upgrade projects.

Network Administration IT Training Technical Support Project Management Problem Solving

Accounts Officer

Complete Wave Links

Oct 2009 - Dec 2009 (2 months)

Prepared subsidiary books of accounts and managed stock accounting. Ensured compliance with audit requirements and maintained accurate general ledger data.

Subsidiary Books Preparation General Ledger Tax Advisory Compliance Financial Reporting