Joseph Akinleye
Peoples Manager
Cornwall,Canada
Summary
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
Winners Chapel International
Toronto, ON
01.2014 - Current
- Maintained complete and timely financial documentation, conducted internal audits and communicated corporate finances to executive management.
- Reviewed, analyzed and approved financial reports, monitored accounts and generated overall spending and business forecasts.
- Directed financial management activities, including reviewing internal controls and quality of services.
- Directed finances in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, tax and state and federal regulations.
- Oversaw cash management processes, including enhancing company's overall visibility and predicting future cash flows.
- Advised department heads on budget concerns and mentored managers on budget maintenance and financial controls.
- Verified funding availability before approving major financial transactions, including hiring of permanent staff members.
- Managed corporate accounting, reporting, treasury, tax, contracts and legal operations, continuously improving thecompany's analytical abilities.
- Guided working capital efficiency and advised senior staff and board of directors on financial issues and risks.
- Investigated profitability improvements and analyzed markets for new business opportunities, including expansions, mergers and acquisitions.
- Verified that each business unit's strategic plan aligned with an overall corporate strategic plan in cooperation with the executive management team.
- Proposed and achieved cost savings by reducing product return rates.
- Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
- Teamed with sales managers and sales consultants to create positive atmosphere, resulting in maximum profitability and customer satisfaction.
- Identified interest rates and loan terms by reviewing and analyzing client credit.
- Addressed ways to improve internal control processes and accounting procedures.
- Monitored company costs and presented budget forecasts for each quarter.
- Delivered extensive coaching in financial processes and procedures to both newly hired and existing employees.
- Developed and implemented accounting, financial and operational systems.
- Consulted with CPAs to research efficient accounting systems, and supported the implementation of Printers Software International to QuickBooks.
- Leveraged market trends and industry surveys to compile data for exploring revenue generating and growth opportunities.
- Initiated commission reporting and comprehensive analysis for new sales to facilitate business operations.
- Reviewed applications against established parameters to determine approval, rejection or modification requirements.
- Compiled and delivered financial statements for the association and foundation to the Board of Directors and Board of Trustees and prepared variance narratives, trends and charts.
- Partnered with CPAs to design and implement accounting systems, policies, and best practices; oversaw collections and accounts payable functions.
- Reported payroll utilizing ADP; administered employee benefits, including SEPP IRA, insurance, and vacation.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Operation Team Lead
Wal-Mart Logistics
Cornwall, ON
09.2010 - Current
- Engaged employees to create safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Evaluated and reported on department metrics to upper management.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations.
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Oversaw implementation of procedures, goals and objectives within operations.
- Identified areas for improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and performance.
- Executed and optimized operational responsibilities to promote seamless delivery of services.
- Developed work plans and schedules for employees to facilitate adequate staffing for service requirements.
- Reduced process lags and trained team members on best practices and protocols.
- Developed action plans based on analysis findings and implemented solutions.
- Drove standardized best practices and leveraged support functions to optimize operational performance while meeting goals.
- Maintained staff by recruiting, selecting and developing personal growth opportunities.
- Investigated and completed reports for work-related injuries, submitting paperwork to appropriate insurance carriers.
- Supervised team of 80 employees in logistics establishment, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Senior Financial Advisor
CIBC Bank
Toronto
07.2015 - 09.2018
- Assisted clients with financial planning to meet financial goals.
- Helped clients plan for and fund retirements using mutual funds and other options to manage, customize, and diversify portfolios.
- Facilitated presentation and recommendation of services by optimizing client relationships.
- Provided specialized financial planning support for clients with diverse portfolios and individual needs.
- Managed client portfolios consistently and contacted clients to provide details on investments.
- Facilitated new client onboarding process and investment account setup.
- Developed a thorough understanding of each client's needs and financial situation by asking questions and conducting research.
- Developed personal rapport with each client to maintain customer loyalty and establish long-term accounts.
- Mentored and trained highly talented staff, which prepared team members for providing exemplary service to clients.
- Engaged prospective clients to build and develop new business opportunities.
- Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
- Created business plan and identified target customers by interacting on the phone and in person, handling basic inquiries, and providing quotes.
- Crafted suitable financial strategies for each client based on his or her needs and future goals.
- Worked with clients to support understanding of rationale and details of financial strategies.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with new clients and educated clients on account services and capabilities.
- Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses, and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each client's individual needs.
- Assisted clients with estate planning to organize the distribution of assets based on client wishes.
- Delivered strategic investment advice for individual and corporate clients.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on individual needs.
- Developed comprehensive retirement planning strategies to help clients maximize retirement savings.
Operations Supervisor
Supply Chain Management UCL (SCM)
Toronto
09.2009 - 09.2016
- Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
- Outsourced unnecessary services to save on labour, supplies and equipment costs and adhere to company budgets.
- Built a highly efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffuse tense situations.
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Enhanced operational performance and reduced labour expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
- Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
- Documented transactions, orders and expenditures to gather sales data and forecast financial needs.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 86 employees.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores by applying superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Analyzed department metrics and performance and reported findings to management.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Kept a high average of performance evaluations.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to the manager.
- Conducted root cause analysis in deficient areas to identify and resolve issues.
- Directed associate warehouse teams to process inbound and outbound shipments with speed and accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Rivers State University
Rivers State, Nigeria06.2009
High National Diploma (HND) - Business Administration & Management
Federal Poly Ado-Ekiti
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State06.1998
National Diploma - Business Administration & Management
Federal Poly Ado-Ekiti
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State06.1994
Skills
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Communication
- Regulations and compliance
- Relationship management
- Team oversight
- Social media
- Administrative tasks
- Client networking
- High volume environments
- Retail sales
- Company branding
- Critical thinking
- Team building
- Analytical
- Working collaboratively
- Financial analysis and planning
- Planning and coordination
- Client relationship management
- QuickBooks experience
- Account analysis expertise
- Risk analysis
- Investment guidance
- Financial administration
- Cost and budget analysis
- Microsoft Access and Dynamics
- Excels in team leadership
- Expert in risk management
- Time management
- People skills
- MS Office
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- MRP and ERP Systems
- Budgeting and Cost Control Strategies
- Equipment Arrangement Specifications
- Worker Training
- Payment Acceptance
- Safety Training
- Equipment Inspection
- Service Training
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Work Area Inspection
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Deposit Preparation
- Inventory Control
- Customer Service
- Production and Time Sequencing
- Dining Area Cleaning Supervision
- Work Station Assignments
- Task Delegation
- Production Reporting
- Timesheet Organization
- Payroll Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Work Schedule Creation
- Complaint Resolution
- Staff Supervision
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Warehouse Operations
- HR Knowledge
- Logistics Oversight
Accomplishments
- Drove 100% improvement in three months profits through aggressive marketing and Planning.
- Realized 100% in ongoing effort to boost revenue while reducing costs.
- Developed relationships with 60 new clients weekly and typically exceeded sales goals by 40% monthly.
- Created highly effective new operating plan that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- Led team to achieve best employee of the year for four consecutive time, earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
- Negotiated with vendors, saving the company fifty thousand dollars annually.
- Exceeded sales goals by an average of 100% each Year.
- Realized plans with the ongoing effort to boost revenue while reducing costs.
- Created highly effective new funds request process that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- Negotiated with vendors, saving the company 100s of thousands annually.
- Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- Led team to achieve , earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
- Led team to achieve 100%, earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
Affiliations
- Member, Small Business Association (2008 - present)
- Member, Alumni Association
Certification
- Transformational and Visionary Leadership
Michigan State University - Broad College of Business. - Creative Business, Strategy and Leadership Certificate
Michigan State University - Broad College of Business
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Quote
There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
Ray Goforth
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programsTimeline
Senior Financial Advisor
CIBC Bank
07.2015 - 09.2018
Senior Finance Manager
Winners Chapel International
01.2014 - Current
Operation Team Lead
Wal-Mart Logistics
09.2010 - Current
Operations Supervisor
Supply Chain Management UCL (SCM)
09.2009 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Rivers State University
High National Diploma (HND) - Business Administration & Management
Federal Poly Ado-Ekiti
National Diploma - Business Administration & Management
Federal Poly Ado-Ekiti
- Licensed Logistics Specialist - 2018
- Association for Project Management (APM)
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