Seyi Akinrinade
Senior Accountnat
Glasgow
Summary
Experienced Senior Accountant successful at cultivating effective working relationships at all levels while driving improvements to budget administration, expense tracking and forecasting of future financial needs. Proven track record of performing work ethically while maintaining integrity of all financial data.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accountant
Osun State University, Osogbo
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Aug 2020 - Jan 2023 Senior Accountant
- Osun State University, Nigeria
- Maintenance of records of University's investments
- Relating with external officers on University's investments
- Preparation of quarterly returns and reports on University's investments to office of Bursar
- Registering of all University's insured properties in insurance register with other relevant documents
- Processing premium payment on newly insured property
- Making necessary notification to relevant sections should there be any loss of insured asset
- Timely Processing of Claims for University
- Assisted University Bursar in making informed decisions by providing insightful analysis on financial trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Developed annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, aligning resources with university objectives.
- Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
- Completed biweekly payroll and maintained employee records.
Senior Accountant
Young Men's Christian Association, YMCA
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Analysed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
- Coordinated with various departments to gather financial data, ensuring accurate representation of each business unit's performance.
- Coordinated with various departments to gather financial data, ensuring accurate representation of each business unit's performance.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable payment terms that improved working capital management.
- Developed comprehensive budget plans for each department, collaborating closely with managers to align expenses with strategic goals.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
Tax Associate
Xmatins Consulting Limited, Egbeda
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Contributed to overall team success by consistently meeting or exceeding performance metrics for quality, productivity, and client satisfaction.
- Mentored junior Tax Associates in best practices for efficient workflow management and client relations techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and transactions, ensuring highest level of accuracy and confidentiality.
- Provided exceptional client service by addressing inquiries promptly and effectively resolving concerns.
- Conducted thorough research on federal and state tax regulations, providing valuable insights to clients and team members.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies or opportunities for improved tax planning strategies.
- Facilitated communication between clients and taxing authorities, ensuring timely resolution of disputes or adjustments.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting, Finance And Regulation
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, United Kingdom 09.2022 - 11.2023
Master of Science - Accounting
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Nigeria 09.2016 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Nigeria 03.2012 - 09.2015
Skills
Recordkeeping
Certification
ACA - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
Timeline
Master of Science - Accounting, Finance And Regulation
Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2022 - 11.2023
Senior Accountant
Osun State University, Osogbo
08.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Accountant
Young Men's Christian Association, YMCA
01.2018 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Accounting
Obafemi Awolowo University
09.2016 - 07.2019
Tax Associate
Xmatins Consulting Limited, Egbeda
01.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Obafemi Awolowo University
03.2012 - 09.2015
ACA - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
11-2011
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