FRANCIS AKINWUMI

Results-driven Accounting professional with hands-on experience in internal audit, advisory, and internal controls (ICFR) across diverse industries. Skilled in preparing financial statements from incomplete records, performing bank reconciliations, vouching, and correcting ledger discrepancies through journal adjustments. Experienced in risk assessment, control testing, and ICFR documentation, including training slide development and forensic investigations. Currently pursuing ICAN certification, with a strong track record of accuracy, analytical problem-solving, and meeting tight deadlines. Seeking an Internal Audit role where I can strengthen risk management, improve controls, and add value through technical accounting experience.

Associate - Audit & Advisory
DTAS Professional Services, Lagos State | Jun 2023 - Present

• Plan and execute financial audits, ensuring compliance with IFRS and Nigerian regulations.
• Analyse bank statements to prepare extended trial balances and identify ledger errors; raise corrective journal entries.
• Perform vouching, ledger checks, and reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy of client financial statements.
• Prepare financial statements from incomplete records, supported by schedules and disclosures.
• Conduct ICFR design and operating effectiveness testing, including documentation of control narratives and risk assessments.
• Performed internal audit reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Identified control gaps, documented findings, and recommended process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk.
• Develop training slides and deliver internal workshops on ICFR implementation and audit best practices.
• Support forensic reviews for insurance claims by tracing unusual transactions and compiling investigative schedules.
• Assist in business valuation engagements by compiling historical financial data and preparing working papers for DCF and market-multiple models.

Administrative Assistant (NYSC)
82 Division Nigeria Army Ordnance Service, Enugu | Dec 2020 - Nov 2021

• Assisted in production and inventory management for the sewing of military uniforms.
• Maintained accurate records of materials received, used.
• Coordinated with team members to meet strict production quality standards.
• Provided general administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting
Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Graduated December 2019

National Diploma (ND) in Accounting
Osun State College of Technology, Esa-Oke, Osun State
Graduated February 2016