Busayo Kolawole
Woking,Surrey
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with expertise in financial reporting, management accounts, and month/year-end close processes. Demonstrates proficiency in accounts receivable management, credit control, and cash collection, alongside payroll administration and statutory compliance. Skilled in general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and bank reconciliations. Adept at budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making. Provides audit support while ensuring robust internal controls and regulatory compliance. Utilises advanced accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, complemented by advanced Excel capabilities. Strong stakeholder management skills foster effective team collaboration and problem-solving to drive organisational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant accountant
Future Connect Accountants
Finchley, Barnet
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared financial statements, reports, and summaries to support management decisions.
- Maintained accurate accounting entries in general ledger to ensure data integrity.
- Processed invoices, expense claims, and payments to facilitate timely financial operations.
- Reconciled bank statements and ledger accounts to identify discrepancies.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures to meet deadlines.
- Supported audits by preparing schedules and addressing queries from auditors.
- Assisted in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for strategic planning.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations.
Account executive -Receivables Supervisor
Leading Edge Platinum Ltd
Victoria Island, Lagos
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Supervised daily accounts receivable operations and managed staff effectively.
- Ensured timely, accurate invoicing to customers to maintain cash flow.
- Monitored customer accounts and conducted follow-ups on overdue balances.
- Reviewed and approved credit limits and payment terms following company policy.
- Resolved billing disputes and discrepancies with efficiency.
- Prepared and reviewed ageing reports alongside collection forecasts.
- Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to ensure accuracy of records.
- Coordinated efforts with sales, customer service, and finance teams to align objectives.
Payroll accountant
Leading Edge Platinum Ltd
Victoria Island, Lagos
10.2016 - 11.2019
- Processed payroll weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly with precision and timeliness.
- Maintained and updated employee payroll records, including new hires and terminations.
- Calculated wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions accurately.
- Ensured compliance with tax laws and labour regulations throughout payroll operations.
- Prepared and submitted statutory filings for taxes, social security, and pensions.
- Reconciled payroll accounts to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Responded to employee payroll queries in a professional and confidential manner.
- Coordinated with HR and Finance departments on payroll-related matters.
Account Receivable Accountant
Glaxosmithkline
Ilupeju, Lagos
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Managed credit control procedures effectively, reducing the incidence of bad debts significantly.
- Utilised accounting software to ensure transparent and accurate record-keeping.
- Ensured accurate financial records by meticulously managing accounts receivable.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to facilitate smooth transactions and debt collection efforts.
Treasury officer
Glaxosmithkline
Ilupeju, Lagos
02.2013 - 08.2015
- Ensured adherence to accounting procedures and control follow-ups.
- Managed and protected organisational assets and payment instruments.
- Facilitated successful administration of internal and external transfers and payments.
- Monitored compliance with accounting standards, financial statements, and budgets.
- Verified adherence to financial guidelines and relevant laws, including CBN regulations.
- Prepared accessible payment reports in Naira and Forex for efficient review.
- Coordinated with various divisions to maintain accurate accounting records.
Personal financial consultant
Standard Chartered Bank
Ilupeju, Lagos
02.2013 - 08.2015
- Enhanced portfolio value of existing clients through relationship management and secured new clients via cold calls and referrals.
- Delivered tailored financial solutions from a comprehensive wealth management product portfolio.
- Cultivated long-term client relationships by providing exceptional after-sales support and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Promoted and up-sold banking products, focusing on consultative selling to align with client needs.
Education
Master of Science - Investment Management
University of Surrey
Guildford 09.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Covenant University
Nigeria 08.2004 - 07.2008
Skills
- Financial Reporting, Management Accounts & Month/Year-End Close
- Accounts Receivable Management, Credit Control & Cash Collection
- Payroll Administration, Statutory Compliance & Payroll Reconciliations
- General Ledger, Journal Entries & Bank Reconciliations
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
- Audit Support, Internal Controls & Regulatory Compliance
- Accounting Systems (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) & Advanced Excel
- Stakeholder Management, Team Collaboration & Problem Solving
Affiliations
- Reading
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Travelling
- Lawn Tennis
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant accountant
Future Connect Accountants
11.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Investment Management
University of Surrey
09.2022 - 04.2024
Account executive -Receivables Supervisor
Leading Edge Platinum Ltd
12.2019 - 08.2022
Payroll accountant
Leading Edge Platinum Ltd
10.2016 - 11.2019
Account Receivable Accountant
Glaxosmithkline
09.2015 - 03.2016
Treasury officer
Glaxosmithkline
02.2013 - 08.2015
Personal financial consultant
Standard Chartered Bank
02.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Covenant University
08.2004 - 07.2008