Adedeji Olunaike
Ruislip,middlesex
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in business planning, product innovation, and strategic planning.
Obtained international granted patents for 'Smart luggage' with the following patents - GB2414655B, US2007272449A1, EP1778042A1, CA2567837A1, AU2005249275A1, US7439456B2.
Demonstrates a strong track record in project management, stakeholder engagement, effective leadership skills and business development. Proficient in financial management and operations management, with a keen ability to conduct thorough business analysis and data collection. Committed to driving organisational success through innovative product development and effective business administration.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Innovation Consultant
Tritek Consulting Limited/Gold Drone Consultancy
Enfield, Enfield
05.2020 - Current
- Developed comprehensive business strategies to foster innovation and growth.
- Championed a culture of innovation within organisations, driving continuous improvement.
- Researched market trends, anticipating strategic opportunities for business expansion.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency and enhance productivity.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and process improvements.
- Facilitated high-level workshops for fostering creative thinking within teams.
- Supported preparation of strategic business cases and presentation materials.
- Generated insights through stakeholder engagement, collating and applying recommendations.
- Oversaw progress of multiple key strategic projects.
- Guided clients toward improved organisational structures and better solutions for identified problems.
- Highlighted undetected organisational needs to improve business performance.
- Constructed and designed implementation strategies for profitable growth.
Business development officer
Cooltower Holdings Limited
Waltham Cross, Herts
05.2010 - 04.2020
- Drove product development efforts; innovation was noticeably boosted.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects on schedule.
- Conducted comprehensive competitor analysis for better positioning in the market.
- Streamlined internal processes with an aim to enhance productivity levels.
- Identified potential business opportunities, yielding a broader client base.
- Spearheaded new market research, resulting in innovative business strategies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders for increased trust and collaboration.
- Led and delivered business development initiatives to achieve key company targets.
- Assessed implications of industry updates to adapt business services, operations and policies.
- Introduced new technologies into team workflows to boost output efficiency and accuracy.
- Brainstormed ideas with clients and stakeholders to maximise project potential.
Management Accounts Assistant
Infobank International Holdings Plc
Langley, Slough
09.2005 - 04.2010
- Completed financial reports to inform managers and stakeholders.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation for all financial department procedures.
- Maintained accuracy when reviewing and reconciling general ledger.
- Monitored accounts payable and receivable status and delegated tasks as needed.
- Prepared payroll reports and examined payroll register to detect errors and improve accounting accuracy.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Gathered all banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in excel format and reconciled balances.
- Reviewed general ledger entries for accuracy and to determine completeness.
- Balanced reports and batch summaries to submit for approval.
- Balanced reports to submit for approval and verification.
- Tracked business revenue and costs with company software, diligently reconciling accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy.
- Completed reports detailing financial data for management and stakeholders.
Assistant Management Accountant
Kensington Mortgage Company
London W8, London
07.2000 - 08.2005
- Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
- Reconciled past due accounts achieving reduction in outstanding invoices.
- Collected data to complete detailed financial reports for stakeholders and management.
- Set up new client accounts, ensuring accuracy of information and secure, compliant storage of data.
- Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances.
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
- Created improved filing system to maintain secure client data.
- Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties.
- Managed billing reconciliations, resolving discrepancies swiftly and effectively.
- Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
- Completed reports detailing financial data for management and stakeholders.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy.
- Prepared payroll reports and examined payroll register to detect errors and improve accounting accuracy.
- Completed financial reports to inform managers and stakeholders.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Completed fortnightly payroll for company employees, including calculating taxes, holiday and sick leave.
- Reconciled all expenses and accounts, including company credit cards and expense accounts.
- Organised budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
Accounts Payable Administrator
V. Benoist Limited
Park Royal, London, London
11.1998 - 07.2000
- Set up new client accounts, ensuring accuracy of information and secure, compliant storage of data.
- Created improved filing system to maintain secure client data.
- Assisted management with implementing new accounting software program.
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
- Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
- Managed billing reconciliations, resolving discrepancies swiftly and effectively.
Accounts Payable Manager
Kibun Foods Limited
Brentford , Middlesex
03.1996 - 11.1998
- Oversaw documentation and reporting of expenses, sales and other transactions.
- Compiled monthly journal entries into general ledger system.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Met accounting financial standards by providing accounting department annual budget information.
- Gathered key data and modelled accurately to assist with business forecasting.
- Reconciled accounts and resolved both internal variances and discrepancies in external documentation.
- Directed gathering of all required documentation and files for account audits and completed reviews.
- Tracked all expenses and inventory purchases against budget guidelines.
- Analysed financial information and made proactive adjustments.
- Maintained cash flow by monitoring bank balances and cash requirements.
- Verified employee benefit invoices by verifying coverage and costs.
Education
Master of Science - Innovation, Leadership and Management
University of York
York 02.2020 - 04.2023
CMI Level 7 Diploma - Professional Consulting
Institute of Consulting/Chartered Management Insti
U.K 06.2023 - 06.2024
Certificate of Higher Education - Data Analytics
Apex Learning/CPD
U.K 10.2023 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Thames Valley University
Ealing, London11.1998
Higher National Diploma - Business and Finance
Thames Valley University
Ealing, London09.1996
Certificate of Higher Education - Business and Finance
College of NW London
Kilburn, London07.1994
Skills
- Business planning
- Product Innovation
- Product development
- Project management
- Business administration
- Strategic planning
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Business analysis
- Financial management
- Business development
- Operations management
- Data collection and analysis
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Data Analytics
Apex Learning/CPD
10.2023 - 10.2024
CMI Level 7 Diploma - Professional Consulting
Institute of Consulting/Chartered Management Insti
06.2023 - 06.2024
Business Innovation Consultant
Tritek Consulting Limited/Gold Drone Consultancy
05.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Innovation, Leadership and Management
University of York
02.2020 - 04.2023
Business development officer
Cooltower Holdings Limited
05.2010 - 04.2020
Management Accounts Assistant
Infobank International Holdings Plc
09.2005 - 04.2010
Assistant Management Accountant
Kensington Mortgage Company
07.2000 - 08.2005
Accounts Payable Administrator
V. Benoist Limited
11.1998 - 07.2000
Accounts Payable Manager
Kibun Foods Limited
03.1996 - 11.1998
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Thames Valley University
Higher National Diploma - Business and Finance
Thames Valley University
Certificate of Higher Education - Business and Finance
College of NW London
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