Samuel Idowu
Sidcup,Greater London
Summary
Dedicated finance professional with a strong foundation in accounting operations and inventory management. Achieved significant improvements in financial reporting accuracy and compliance through diligent monitoring and data analysis. Committed to fostering teamwork and driving organisational success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Operations Coordinator
Premo, Pressen Morgontjänst KB
Stockholm
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Coordinated daily operations, streamlining processes to enhance workplace efficiency and productivity.
- Optimised resource allocation, ensuring maximum productivity and minimal downtime.
- Managed inventory records, tracking inbound and outbound shipments and maintaining logistics data for operational integrity.
- Collaborated with team members, supervisors, and external partners to streamline operations and address challenges.
- Conducted customer audits and updated records to maintain data accuracy.
- Accurately documented delivery details and updated tracking systems for immediate order status access.
- Adapted flexibly to evolving schedules and shifting priorities, consistently meeting critical deadlines and objectives.
Accountant Finance Specialist
POWERCHINA HUADONG ENGINEERING CORPORATION
Abuja
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Increased financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Maintained tax compliance through diligent monitoring of regulations and punctual document filing.
- Analysed complex tax issues to evaluate implications on corporate tax stance.
- Engaged in professional networks to stay informed on industry trends and tax legislation updates.
- Developed comprehensive budgets aligned with organisational goals to ensure financial responsibility.
- Reduced accounts receivable by managing overdue invoices effectively.
- Conducted internal audits to identify and rectify discrepancies, reinforcing policy adherence.
- Delivered performance reports to management, supporting strategic financial planning decisions.
- Optimised accounting workflows by integrating Sage One Accounting software, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Established banking partnerships, negotiating favourable financial services and loan terms.
- Administered fixed asset records, accurately tracking acquisitions, depreciation, and valuations.
Accountant
Dantata & Sawoe Construction Company Ltd
Abuja
07.2011 - 07.2022
- Uphold general ledger integrity and manage chart of accounts with precision.
- Elevated financial reporting accuracy via rigorous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Compiled and analysed monthly expense variance reports to identify trends and inform management decisions.
- Conducted thorough reviews of accounts, rectified coding discrepancies, and monitored recurring expenses.
- Enhanced accounting efficiency by optimising processes and integrating SAP Accounting software.
- Managed daily cash operations, ensuring accurate tracking, payroll processing, budgeting, and reconciliations.
- Reduced accounts receivable backlogs by persistently pursuing overdue invoices, improving cash flow.
- Efficiently processed Tax Clearance and Tax Returns, ensuring compliance and timeliness.
- Offered essential support during system upgrades, collaborating with IT to ensure operational continuity.
Accounts Officer
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
Abuja
12.2009 - 11.2010
- Managed daily accounting operations, achieving accurate financial reporting and compliance.
- Recorded transactions involving cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and lines of credit.
- Processed invoices for clients and contractors, ensuring timely payments and maintaining strong relationships.
- Developed and maintained payment invoices using Excel.
- Prepared reports and captured minutes for departmental meetings, promoting clear communication and accountability.
- Managed collection of critical documents for Office Head in an organised manner.
Accounts Trainee
Sports Direct
London
11.2007 - 09.2008
- Efficiently processed client payment invoices, ensuring timely revenue collection.
- Synthesised financial data to prepare documents and efficiently close accounts.
- Enhanced key financial elements of sales process to support revenue growth.
- Created statistical analyses to inform competitive pricing strategies.
Education
BA - Combined Business Studies (Accounting & Finance Major)
University of East London
London01-2008
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- General Ledger Accounting
- Payroll Management
- Reconciliation Management
- Financial Reporting
- Fund Management
- SAGE ONE Accounting
- Accounting Operations
- Data Analysis
- Process Optimisation
- ERP Software
- SAP Expertise
- Regulatory Compliance
- MS Office Suite
- Bookeeping
- Inventory Management
- Fianace
LANGUAGE
English
Hobbies and Interests
Hiking: I am an avid hiker with a passion for exploring new heights.
Certification
NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT (ASSOCIATE)
- Chartered [MANAGEMENT]
Timeline
Finance Operations Coordinator
Premo, Pressen Morgontjänst KB
04.2024 - 05.2026
Accountant Finance Specialist
POWERCHINA HUADONG ENGINEERING CORPORATION
07.2022 - 01.2024
Accountant
Dantata & Sawoe Construction Company Ltd
07.2011 - 07.2022
Accounts Officer
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
12.2009 - 11.2010
Accounts Trainee
Sports Direct
11.2007 - 09.2008
BA - Combined Business Studies (Accounting & Finance Major)
University of East London