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 • I Build Future Business Plans by Accurately Projecting Financial Data • Improving Efficiencies and Reducing Costs Across the Business • Ensuring Compliance with Statutory Laws and Financial Regulations • Developing Financial Reviews and Providing Investment Advice• Payroll Processing • Working Closely with Management to Share Reports and Analysis Findings• Secured Assets, Records and Securities Using Clear Custody and Control Procedures

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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