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Foluso Akingbade

Oakville,ON

Summary

Highly experienced Financial Services professional with 17 years of progressive experience in financial management, planning and analysis, forecasting and budgeting, treasury and corporate finance, asset management, settlement reconciliation, and client services. With an analytical mindset, excels in analyzing information, monitoring, and tracking obligations and expenditures, and providing insightful recommendations to achieve business objectives. Results-driven with a proven track record of demonstrating leadership in complex operational environments. Have an exceptional ability to establish a clear vision of work goals and guide others towards achieving them to drive successful outcomes. Passionate about delivering exceptional results and contributing to the growth and success of any team.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Peer Tutor

Centennial College
09.2023 - Current
  • Conduct a one-on-one tutoring session with a student and maintain comprehensive records of each student under my tutelage
  • Provide support and inspire students as they transition into the professional world of accounting
  • Tutor general financial accounting principles, including accounts payable/receivable and journal entries, Ledgers, trial balance, closing entries, financial statements, bank reconciliation, etc
  • Teach managerial principles: activity-based costing, cash collections/ disbursements/ budgets, investment appraisal etc
  • Understanding and helping students achieve their accounting education goals.
  • Helped fellow students prepare for quizzes and examinations.
  • Developed valuable problem-solving strategies with peers to provide assistance in understanding difficult concepts.

Director - Financial Control

ETISALAT/Emerging Market Telecommunications Services (EMTS)
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed and implemented the organization's financial policies, systems, and procedures
  • Drove alignment of the division’s strategy with the corporate strategy, goals, and objectives
  • Recruited, organized, trained, and managed staff
  • Coordinated the financial planning and budget process, and analysed and corrected estimates
  • Motivated, mentored, and ensured knowledge transfer and capacity building in team members
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure full deployment and utilization of financial management technology systems and platforms to support business growth
  • Evaluated financial reporting systems and accounting procedures, and made recommendations for changes to procedures, operating systems, budgets, and other financial control functions.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.

Head - Treasury and Corporate Finance

ETISALAT/Emerging Market Telecommunications Services (EMTS)
03.2018 - 06.2022
  • Implemented financial strategy in alignment with its overall business objectives by setting financial goals, defining financial policies, and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement
  • Managed cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for daily operations and investments by forecasting cash needs, optimizing cash balances, and implementing strategies to minimize cash conversion cycles
  • Determined optimal capital structure for the business by balancing debt and equity financing
  • Identified and mitigated financial risks that could impact the company's performance and stability
  • Led and managed a team of finance professionals responsible for treasury operations, financial analysis, and corporate finance activities
  • Nurtured and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including banks, investors, and regulatory authorities.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Manager, Treasury Operations, Finance

ETISALAT/Emerging Market Telecommunications Servic
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Developed and implemented strategies for efficient cash management, including cash positioning, forecasting, and liquidity management
  • Oversaw payment processing such as wire transfers, ACH transactions, and other electronic fund transfers
  • Maintained a strong internal control environment and ensured compliance with relevant financial regulations and corporate policies
  • Reviewed and updated treasury policies and procedures as needed to reflect industry best practices and regulatory requirements
  • Prepared periodic treasury reports, cash flow forecasts, and other financial analyses for management and key stakeholders.

Team Lead, Partnership, and Collaboration

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC (GT Bank)
02.2015 - 12.2015
  • Developed and executed a comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives that identified potential financial service providers based on market research
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects within agreed timelines and budgets
  • Worked closely with internal departments, such as product development, marketing, operations, and risk management, to ensure alignment and integration of partnership initiatives with existing business systems
  • Identified and evaluated potential partnership opportunities, including joint ventures, alliances, co-branding initiatives, and distribution agreements
  • Collaborated with partners to identify areas of mutual interest, define partnership objectives, and establish clear expectations.

Product Manager/E-Business Officer

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC (GT Bank)
06.2012 - 01.2015
  • Defined and executed the product roadmap, aligned with the overall business strategy; conducted market research, competitor analysis, and customer insights to identify product opportunities and gaps
  • Oversaw the entire lifecycle of banking products from ideation to retirement, conducted market assessments, analyzed product performance, made data-driven decisions to optimize product offerings
  • Developed and managed mobile money product for the Bank for liability generation, and created solutions for corporate clients on cash management and collection with an emphasis on FMCGs
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders, including marketing, operations, compliance, risk management, and technology teams, to ensure successful product launches, updates, and ongoing management
  • Oversaw cross-selling of electronic banking services and products to clientele
  • Tracked KPIs, dashboards, and scorecards to identify process failures and ensure adherence to existing processes and procedures.
  • Reviewed new opportunities to drive business strategy at planning sessions.
  • Spearheaded collaborative efforts to bring products to market.

Relationship Manager

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC (GT Bank)
10.2006 - 05.2012
  • Developed and maintained relationships with partners to maximize sales opportunities and achieve sales standards to acquire 100% of the client's financial services business
  • Created strategies to strengthen client retention and expand the wealth management portfolio
  • Facilitated loan acquisitions for clients, and followed up on major debtors’ accounts assigned to ensure recoveries through calls, demand notices, or any other appropriate means
  • Led and managed credit approval processes; analyzed financial statements and pertinent information to determine creditworthiness of prospective customers.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints and issues to improve satisfaction.
  • Assessed client needs and developed plans to adequately address current and future objectives.
  • Identified opportunities to cross or up-sell Banking Products and communicated customer needs to appropriate team.
  • Recommended new products to clients and maintained solutions-oriented problem-solving for long-term client relationships.

Transaction Officer

Diamond Bank PLC
01.2006 - 06.2006
  • Assisted customers with processing transactions, such as deposits, withdrawals, or payments, resolving complaints or account discrepancies, and answering questions
  • Tracked, recorded, reported, and stored information relating to transactions, bank supplies, and customers, ensuring all information is accurate and complete
  • Handled currency, transactions, and confidential information in a responsible manner.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Ado-Ekiti

Graduate Certificate Program in Strategic Mgt. (Acct.) - Strategic Management - Accounting

Centennial College (The Business School)
Toronto, ON
12.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
  • PowerPoint
  • Oracle ERP
  • CRM
  • Staff Development
  • Budget Control
  • Business Development
  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Customer Engagement
  • Client Satisfaction-Driven
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Up-Selling and Cross-Selling Techniques
  • Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Accounting Management
  • Excel Proficiency
  • Audit Preparation
  • Workflow Management
  • Accounts Payable
  • Team Supervision
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Collections Experience
  • Statement Preparation
  • Financial Records and Reporting
  • Business Forecasting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Cost Estimations
  • Credit and Collections
  • Risk Management
  • Financial Modeling
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Self-Motivated Nature

Certifications And Professional Affiliations

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (CPA equivalent), Member

Additional Competencies

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Critical and Strategic Thinker
  • Leadership and Business Acumen
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organization Skills

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Peer Tutor

Centennial College
09.2023 - Current

Director - Financial Control

ETISALAT/Emerging Market Telecommunications Services (EMTS)
06.2022 - 04.2023

Head - Treasury and Corporate Finance

ETISALAT/Emerging Market Telecommunications Services (EMTS)
03.2018 - 06.2022

Manager, Treasury Operations, Finance

ETISALAT/Emerging Market Telecommunications Servic
01.2016 - 03.2018

Team Lead, Partnership, and Collaboration

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC (GT Bank)
02.2015 - 12.2015

Product Manager/E-Business Officer

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC (GT Bank)
06.2012 - 01.2015

Relationship Manager

Guaranty Trust Bank PLC (GT Bank)
10.2006 - 05.2012

Transaction Officer

Diamond Bank PLC
01.2006 - 06.2006

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Ado-Ekiti

Graduate Certificate Program in Strategic Mgt. (Acct.) - Strategic Management - Accounting

Centennial College (The Business School)
Foluso Akingbade