SOMTOCHUKWU ANTHONY OBIKA
Ipswich
Summary
Versatile professional with expertise in accounting, budgeting, and finance, complemented by strong skills in regulatory compliance and risk assessment. Adept at fostering collaboration and delivering exceptional customer service through effective communication and critical thinking. Proficient in technical sales and leveraging technology, including Microsoft Word, to optimise processes and achieve organisational goals. Committed to driving success by adapting to dynamic environments while maintaining a focus on precision and efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Business development analyst
Ndumore Oil and Gas Limited
Onitsha, Nigeria
06.2018 - 01.2025
- Identified and evaluated business growth opportunities, enhancing communication with potential clients and partners.
- Analysed financial data to devise strategies that increased profit by 10% through cost reductions.
- Increased revenue by 15% via market research that identified and capitalised on new opportunities.
- Developed marketing initiatives to effectively present company products and services to diverse audiences.
- Tracked expenses to maintain company budget while ensuring adherence to revenue targets.
- Conducted market analysis to pinpoint potential leads for business expansion.
- Introduced customer-centric solutions, enhancing product portfolio and driving customer engagement.
- Established productive communication channels amongst teams, improving workflow efficiency.
- Reported findings on market insights and industry trends to senior leadership, highlighting expansion opportunities.
- Participated in networking events, broadening the company's industry contacts.
- Created compelling presentations for stakeholder meetings leading to informed decision making.
Regional sales representative
Gossy Warm Spring LTD
Anambra, Nigeria
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Coordinated with the company for payment and supply of product to distributors.
- Ensured timely and efficient delivery of products to meet market demand.
- Increased market share in the region by 5% through strategic sales incentives and networking.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in the distribution process.
- Acted as the face of the manufacturer in the region, ensuring the brand’s image and values are upheld.
- Analysed competitor activities to stay ahead in the market.
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings.
- Collaborated and Developed strategic sales plans with the marketing team to reach quarterly and subsequent yearly targets.
- Streamlined sales processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Cashier
Ausam Bureau De Change
Onitsha, Nigeria
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Prepared daily ‘End of Day’ sheet at the close of each business day to track financial performance.
- Maintained a cash float and followed balancing and reconciling procedures.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing, generating reports and maintaining email correspondence.
- Negotiated competitive rates for international currency exchanges, increasing profits by over 15%.
- Ensured transactions are completed in an efficient manner with a high level of accuracy.
- Honoured confidentiality commitments at all times, safeguarding sensitive client information effectively.
- Delivered timely forex market reports for strategic decisions.
- Implemented strategic hedging solutions to mitigate potential risks associated with currency fluctuations.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by adhering to best practices in risk management.
- Analysed market trends and conditions to provide informed advice to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Art - Economics and Information Studies
University of Ghana
Accra 09/2012 - 05/2016
SSCE -
Grundtvig International Secondary School
09/2005 - 04/2011
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Greenwich
London 01/2025 -
Skills
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Accounting and finance
- Customer service
- Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Technical proficiency
- Microsoft Word expertise
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Budgeting and financial management
- Technical sales
- Economic forecasting
- Financial sector knowledge
Certification
ESG Compliance, Bloomberg, 2025.
Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals, 2025.
Affiliations
- Basketball
- Reading
- GYM
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business development analyst
Ndumore Oil and Gas Limited
06.2018 - 01.2025
Regional sales representative
Gossy Warm Spring LTD
11.2017 - 12.2018
Cashier
Ausam Bureau De Change
11.2016 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Art - Economics and Information Studies
University of Ghana
09/2012 - 05/2016
SSCE -
Grundtvig International Secondary School
09/2005 - 04/2011
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Greenwich
01/2025 -
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