David Okpara, Bsc, Anim, Cisa, Bdsp, Acti, Fca Email & Phone Number

Nigeria

• Setting both realistic and ambitious financial goals, driving company growth and development with a forward-thinking mindset
• Pursued and resolved operational and financial deficiencies that resulted in 80% increase in company profitability compared to previous year
• Cultivated positive culture, structures, and environment to help teams fulfill organizational mission and objectives
• Improved organizational efficiency with clear responsibilities, policies and cross-functional procedures

Km25 Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ranaj Plaza, Opp. Golden Park Est., Sangotedo. Lagos

• Increased company profitability by 60% with the implementation of software, improved expense controls and marketing initiatives
• Analyzed, examined, and interpreted 1000+ records per month; compile financial information; and reconcile reports and financial data
• Increased audit turnaround time efficiency by 40% from 2020 to 2022 while decreasing the cost per an audit by 60% within the same timeframe
• Established a customized audit approach to ensure that at least 80 to 90% of critical risk areas were identified and tested
• Audited a group of companies with 12 subsidiaries with a tight deadline to regulatory requirements

Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria

• Overseeing the Day to Day Financial Operations of The Company
• I Prepare Monthly/ Annual Financial Statements for Management Decisions and for Statutory Requirements
• I Manage the Company's Cashflow And Monitor Budgets to Minimize Deviations
• I Prepare and File Corporate Tax Returns at The State and Federal Level in Compliance with Regulatory Requirements
• I am in Charge of Debt Management and Receivable Collection
• Oversee Internal Controls, Setting Up Systems and Enforcing Policies to Keep Operations Fully Compliant with Applicable Regulations

5, Ishola Bello Close, Off Iyalla Street, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.

• Developed strong bonds with clients resulting in 100% retainer and long-lasting relationships
• Evaluated and reported on financial positions of over 70 clients and recommended solutions to improve results against targets
• Reviewed audit findings prepared and presented by 15 Junior auditors at monthly meetings for accuracy and corrections
• Oversaw comprehensive accounting systems with the use of software and improved efficiency by 60%
• Reassessed over 10,000 documents of expenditure and revenues to ensure accurate files
• Examined the accuracy of documents and journal entries by reviewing over 40k financial and accounting records in 3 years

Lagos, Nigeria

• Worked closely with clients' reviewing their long-and short-term financial goals
• Transformed internal structure to meet changing operational demands and increased profitability by 40%
• Reviewed financial statements and analyze sales, revenue for accurate variance analysis
• Uncovered client’s issues and needs to further develop the business relationship and uncover new assets

Plot 155A, Prince Ade Odedina, Victoria Island Lagos.

• Oversaw long-term budgetary planning and cost management in line with established plan
• Directed and supervised 5 department staff in maintaining financial records systems in accordance with GAAP standards
• Assembled financial data for audits which saved over 30 hours of manual data collection each month
• Coordinated day-to-day operations of finance department and key financial activities

Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos. Nigeria.

• Coordinated the Development of a financial budget that helped reduced company cost by 75% without compromising organizational efficiencies
• Reduced company expenditure by 40% by consistently identifying potential cost saving procedure and processes
• Produced timely financial statements in full compliance with applicable laws and standards

Owerri, Imo State

• Performed process analysis and communicate recommendations to management
• Developed detailed reviews of proposed plans against current financial capacities
• Trained and supervised 7 new employees, ensuring they maintain high attention to detail
• Managed payroll of 70+ employees and verified expenses reports with 100% accuracy
• Kept company records in full compliance with GAAP and industry standards

Fellow Chartered Accountant (Fca)

Certified Information System Auditor -Cisa, I.T Audit

Associate Chartered Accountant (Aca), Accounting

Bsc, Accounting

Activities and Societies: NIFES

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