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Folashade Adekeye

Kamloops,BC

Summary

Dynamic Financial Advisor with a proven track record at Dakin & Co Professionals, adept at building client relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions. Skilled in data analysis and regulatory compliance, I enhance operational efficiency and foster teamwork, ensuring clients achieve their financial goals while navigating complex investment landscapes.

Experienced accounting professional prepared for this role, known for strong analytical skills and precision in financial management. Proven ability to drive results through team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, with focus on accuracy and efficiency. Reliable, dependable, and committed to achieving organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Advisor

Dakin & Co Professionals
12.2021 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
  • Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
  • Developed comprehensive financial plans for clients to achieve short-term and long-term goals.
  • Updated clients on changes in tax laws and other regulations affecting investments.
  • Developed personal rapport with each client to maintain customer loyalty and establish long-term accounts.
  • Established new client relationships by conducting thorough needs assessments during initial consultations.
  • Researched current economic trends and investment opportunities to stay abreast of financial markets.
  • Educated clients on potential risks and rewards associated with various investments.

Team Leader, Account Payable

Rites Foods Limited
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.

Senior Accountant

Pack and Roll Converting Industries
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Updated general ledger with latest entries.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
  • Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
  • Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable payment terms that improved working capital management.
  • Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
  • Conducted monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts to ensure financial integrity.

Junior Accountant

Energy And Mineral Resources Limited
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
  • Prepared journal entries and entered into system using [Software].
  • Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
  • Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
  • Collaborated with senior accountant to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
  • Improved efficiency in invoice processing, leading to timely payments and better cash flow management.

Account and Audit Trainee

Excel Partners
06.2014 - 11.2017
  • Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
  • Supported senior auditors in the preparation of detailed reports for management, outlining key findings and areas for improvement.
  • Completed stock count for audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
  • Supported senior auditors in planning engagement strategies based on clients'' risk profiles and business objectives.
  • Gained valuable experience in various industries by working on diverse client engagements.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among colleagues while diligently completing individual tasks assigned by supervisors.
  • Collaborated with audit team members to complete assignments on time and within budget constraints.
  • Performed detailed testing of account balances, transactions, and disclosures to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Account Assistant

Fotadek Enterprise
03.2010 - 05.2014
  • Maintained open lines of communication with vendors, negotiating favorable payment terms when needed.
  • Documented sales, customer interactions and concerns and generated update reports for senior management.
  • Entered customer order details into system, accepted payments and updated accounts.
  • Ensured proper record-keeping through meticulous data entry and filing practices, reducing information retrieval time significantly.
  • Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations and guidelines.
  • Supported the timely completion of month-end closing activities, improving overall financial operations.

Education

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Accounting

Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC
04-2024

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Ibadan
Nigeria
02-2017

High School Diploma -

Homat Comprehensive College
Nigeria
06-2007

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Quickbooks
  • PeopleSoft
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Superior attention to detail
  • MS office suite
  • Tax return filing
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Good communication skills
  • Excellent team work
  • Ability to well

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised account team of 100 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in reconciling 98% of 2000 vendors unreconciled account within a month.
  • Achieved long time work history in a company with high rate accountant turnover through effective communication and good working relation with superior management.

Languages

English
Professional Working
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual

Certification

CPABC. Canada Inview 2026


ACA - Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria. 2018.


AAT - Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria ATSWA. 2014



Timeline

Financial Advisor

Dakin & Co Professionals
12.2021 - Current

Team Leader, Account Payable

Rites Foods Limited
07.2021 - 11.2021

Senior Accountant

Pack and Roll Converting Industries
01.2019 - 06.2021

Junior Accountant

Energy And Mineral Resources Limited
01.2018 - 12.2018

Account and Audit Trainee

Excel Partners
06.2014 - 11.2017

Account Assistant

Fotadek Enterprise
03.2010 - 05.2014

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Accounting

Thompson Rivers University

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Ibadan

High School Diploma -

Homat Comprehensive College

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