Esuola Joshua Opeyemi

Directed end-to-end statutory audits for corporate clients, encompassing meticulous analysis of financial statements (Revenue, Receivables, Lease, Loan financing) and internal control testing to ensure reporting accuracy.

Managed over 15 complex program and project audits annually for international donors (e.g., GIZ, UNFPA, BMGF), meticulously reviewing income, expenditure, budgets, and contractual compliance.

Conducted in-depth forensic investigations and due diligence assessments, evaluating financial and technical capacities to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to best practices for various organizations.

Prepared and presented detailed audit reports to management and donors, effectively communicating findings, deviations, and recommended corrective measures to enhance governance and financial oversight.

Performed detailed audits of financial statement areas, including revenue, receivables, and lease/loan financing, contributing to accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Assisted in testing and reviewing internal controls, identifying weaknesses, and proposing corrective measures to strengthen financial processes.

Prepared comprehensive schedules for financial statements and supported the identification of performance improvement areas across various client engagements.

Vouched financial transactions and reviewed post-reporting date events to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial disclosures.

Conducted internal and external audits (Financial, Technical, System, Organisational) for diverse clients, including aid agencies, international organizations, donors, and NGOs, ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.

Led forensic audits, including a detailed investigation for Champion Breweries PLC, reviewing management agreements, financial transactions, and identifying ineligible expenditures over a 5-year period.

Managed public procurement compliance audits for Not-for-Profit Funded Contracts, verifying adherence to rules and procedures and safeguarding donor funds.

Executed data cleanup for a major merger (ABInBev), reconciling accounts payables, consolidating ledgers, and reviewing bank reconciliations across three entities to ensure data integrity for the new consolidated entity.

Prepared comprehensive audit reports, detailing lapses, ineligible expenditures, and recommending improvements to enhance financial management and operational efficiency.