Jide Okuwobi Email & Phone Number

London, England, United Kingdom

I have managed monthly group financial board pack by providing detailed variance analysis and insightful commentary to senior management. I have reconciled financial records for accuracy and completeness while analyzing fluctuations in Profit and Loss (P&L) statements. I have supported establishment and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) with market and global teams. I have overseen the preparation of Quarterly CFO reports, compiling and presenting financial information succinctly. I… Show more I have managed monthly group financial board pack by providing detailed variance analysis and insightful commentary to senior management. I have reconciled financial records for accuracy and completeness while analyzing fluctuations in Profit and Loss (P&L) statements. I have supported establishment and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) with market and global teams. I have overseen the preparation of Quarterly CFO reports, compiling and presenting financial information succinctly. I have conducted quarterly Project cost allocation processes, ensuring integrity of financial reporting. I have served as liaison between Finance and data analytics teams, interpreting financial data on PowerBI and supporting broader finance team.Key Deliverables:• Played pivotal role in annual budget cycle and in-year forecasts, contributing to development of presentation packs for commercial finance.• Enhanced and automated reports by using advanced Excel techniques and creating dynamic dashboards for effective data visualisation.• Contributed to financial month-end close processes, preparing and posting journal entries in compliance with policy and timelines.• Streamlined insolvency monthly report, automating process and reducing month-end duration by half day.• Developed automated P/L reports for country boards, providing financial insights previously unavailable.• Designed presentation packs for country boards, enhancing financial communication and strategy alignment.• Revamped quarterly project cost allocation processes, fortifying accuracy of financial reporting. Show less

London, United Kingdom

I have prepared comprehensive monthly management information packs, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, and insightful commentaries to support strategic decision-making. I have supported annual budgeting and contributed to monthly forecasting, enhancing the Financial Controller's financial planning capabilities. I have maintained accurate financial records through diligent preparation and posting of accruals, prepayments, and management of the fixed asset register. I have… Show more I have prepared comprehensive monthly management information packs, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, and insightful commentaries to support strategic decision-making. I have supported annual budgeting and contributed to monthly forecasting, enhancing the Financial Controller's financial planning capabilities. I have maintained accurate financial records through diligent preparation and posting of accruals, prepayments, and management of the fixed asset register. I have coordinated billing and time reports for fee-earners, streamlining financial processes and improving efficiency. I have facilitated year-end audit processes and preparation of statutory accounts, ensuring compliance and addressing audit queries. I have conducted monthly meetings with department heads to discuss financial performance, fostering a collaborative environment for financial review.Key Deliverables:• Promoted to Management Accountant, recognising expertise in financial management and analysis.• Reduced month-end process from 8 to 5 working days by integrating management information pack components, leading to enhanced reporting efficiency.• Automated and updated budget pack, significantly reducing risk of human error and saving time.• Streamlined fee-earner billing and time report processes, ensuring financial information was available within one day instead of three.• Collaborated with Financial Controller and IT department to support HMRC's new Making Tax Digital initiative, ensuring system compatibility.• Improved financial reporting processes by assigning individual department codes for transactions, enabling department heads to make informed business decisions promptly. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Major Responsibilities:I have collaborated with the Financial Controller to prepare statutory and monthly management accounts, enhancing the financial reporting framework. I have managed detailed monthly management schedules, including Prepayments, Accruals, Depreciation, members' capital, and drawings, contributing to accurate financial tracking. I have facilitated the development and management of the marketing budget, optimizing resource allocation for strategic initiatives. I have… Show more Major Responsibilities:I have collaborated with the Financial Controller to prepare statutory and monthly management accounts, enhancing the financial reporting framework. I have managed detailed monthly management schedules, including Prepayments, Accruals, Depreciation, members' capital, and drawings, contributing to accurate financial tracking. I have facilitated the development and management of the marketing budget, optimizing resource allocation for strategic initiatives. I have calculated and submitted quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. I have addressed audit queries efficiently, aiding in the smooth execution of the audit process.Key Deliverables:• Assisted in creation of streamlined purchase ledger system, improving efficiency of financial operations.• Generated insightful monthly board reports, presenting key financial data to senior management for informed decision-making.• Prepared comprehensive monthly cash flow reports, aiding in robust financial planning and visibility.• Conducted thorough reconciliations for Legal Aid/legal help payments, maintaining accuracy and adherence to compliance standards.• Prepared monthly bank covenants, supporting financial stability and adherence to contractual obligations. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Major Responsibilities:I have collaborated with the Financial Manager to prepare statutory and monthly management accounts, enhancing the financial reporting framework. I have managed detailed monthly management schedules, including Prepayments, Accruals, Depreciation and payroll journals. I have facilitated the development and management of the partners monthly billing report and monthly contribution report, optimizing resource allocation for strategic initiatives. I have calculated and… Show more Major Responsibilities:I have collaborated with the Financial Manager to prepare statutory and monthly management accounts, enhancing the financial reporting framework. I have managed detailed monthly management schedules, including Prepayments, Accruals, Depreciation and payroll journals. I have facilitated the development and management of the partners monthly billing report and monthly contribution report, optimizing resource allocation for strategic initiatives. I have calculated and submitted quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. I have addressed audit queries efficiently, aiding in the smooth execution of the audit process.Key Deliverables:• Assisted in creation of streamlined and processing the purchase and sales ledger system, improving efficiency of financial operations.• Generated insightful monthly board reports, presenting key financial data to senior management for informed decision-making.• Prepared comprehensive monthly cash flow reports, aiding in robust financial planning and visibility.• Conducted thorough reconciliations of client and office accounts and petty cash transactions, maintaining accuracy and adherence to compliance standards. Show less