Gbenga Oyekanmi
CanAfrica Reinforcing Steel Group
Surrey,BC
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Detail-oriented accounting professional with 8+ years of experience in financial reporting, general ledger management, and bookkeeping. Skilled in reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support, with a record of improving close efficiency and maintaining data accuracy. Focused on strengthening controls and delivering reliable financial information.
Work History
Junior Accountant
5 Months- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
- Prepared month-end schedules and supporting files for financial reporting.
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger and the chart of accounts.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Supported senior accountants in complex financial analysis projects, contributing to strategic decisions.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Played a key role in implementing Xoro accounting software, leading to increased productivity.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Improved efficiency in invoice processing, leading to timely payments and better cash flow management.
- Reconciled bank statements with ledger records, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Recorded journal entries for daily transactions, ensuring consistent account classification.
- Processed supplier invoices and verified supporting documents for accurate payment preparation.
- Assisted with accounts receivable follow-up and updated customer payment records.
- Supported payroll calculations by checking employee data and deduction details.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by providing timely and accurate financial information.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Financial Accountant & Bookkeeper
9 Months- Maintained financial records in accounting systems with consistent data integrity.
- Prepared journal entries and account reconciliations for general ledger accuracy.
- Monitored accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Supported month-end close by gathering schedules and reviewing balances.
- Reconciled bank statements and corrected variances across cash-related accounts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support audits and compliance requests.
- Assisted in annual audit preparations, ensuring a smooth process with no major discrepancies found.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through thorough budget analysis and expense tracking.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing the reconciliation process for bank and credit card accounts.
- Managed tax compliance tasks, filing accurate returns on time to avoid penalties or interest charges.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and provided actionable insights for management, leading to improved business performance.
- Managed relationships with external auditors effectively ensuring positive outcomes during annual audits.
- Leveraged advanced Excel skills to automate routine tasks, freeing up time for more value-added activities such as variance analysis and strategic planning support.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards, ensuring full compliance with GAAP guidelines at all times.
- Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing and efficient collections practices.
- Optimized inventory management processes by monitoring stock levels closely and recommending optimal order quantities based on historical trends.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Reconciled bank and credit card statements, resolving account discrepancies promptly.
- Processed invoices and payments while maintaining organized accounts payable files.
- Updated accounts receivable records and followed up on outstanding balances.
- Assisted with payroll data entry and corrected bookkeeping errors quickly.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
Manager, Finance Transformation – Management Consu
1 Year 1 Month- Led client engagements, coordinating deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder communications across cross-functional teams.
- Managed project plans, tracked milestones, and resolved issues to keep engagements on schedule.
- Advised clients on process improvements, translating findings into practical recommendations and action steps.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Reviewed workpapers and reports for accuracy, ensuring compliance with firm methodology and professional standards.
- Supervised junior staff, providing feedback, coaching, and review support on assigned work.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
Financial Reporting Analyst
5 Years 5 Months- Prepared management reports and board packs, highlighting key performance trends and risk areas.
- Analyzed monthly financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal reporting standards.
- Reconciled general ledger balances, investigating variances and correcting posting errors promptly.
- Coordinated budget and forecast inputs across departments, improving reporting accuracy and alignment.
- Validated revenue, billing, and receivables data for completeness before financial close.
- Mentored junior analysts on reporting processes, controls, and deadline management.
- Streamlined financial analysis process by creating user-friendly templates for variance analysis and ad-hoc reporting requests.
- Collaborated with IT department to enhance system functions, enabling more accurate reporting capabilities across the organization.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication by conducting informative presentations on financial results during monthly review meetings.
- Partnered with internal stakeholders to develop realistic financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and objectives.
- Participated in special projects as requested by senior management, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in meeting business needs.
- Contributed to annual budget preparation by analyzing historical trends and forecasting future expenses for various departments.
- Provided valuable insights on cost-saving opportunities through detailed expense analysis and recommendations for improvements.
Education
MBA - Business Analytics
Advanced Diploma - Accounting
- Completed Coursework: Technology Implementation Plan for Able Sisters Bakery Company, 2025.
- Completed College-level Coursework: Technology Implementation, Langara College.
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Skills
Financial Statements Preparation
Financial Analysis
Bank Statement Reconciliations
Invoice processing
Tax Returns
Audit Support
Tax Compliance
Working Papers
Stakeholder Engagement
Accounts Reconciliation
Accounting software proficiency
Compilation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- ICAN - Associate Chartered Accountants- ACA, 2010
- CFI - Accounting Principles and Standards, 2022
- CFI - Financial Analysis Fundamentals, 2022
- CFI - Corporate Finance Fundamentals, 2022
Timeline
Junior Accountant
CanAfrica Reinforcing Steel Group
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Financial Accountant & Bookkeeper
Revol Cares
07.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Manager, Finance Transformation – Management Consu
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
05.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Financial Reporting Analyst
Ikeja Electric PLC
11.2016 - 04.2022Read More
University Canada West
MBA from Business Analytics
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Langara College
Advanced Diploma from Accounting
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Plymouth Marjon University
Bachelor of Arts from Accounting
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