Data Entry Specialist & Audit Professional

OSAYE MICHAEL O.

DATA ENTRY SPECIALIST AND CLIENT SUPPORT

Lagos, Nigeria, +234-706-088-3587, *.**************@*****.*** SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Data Entry Specialist with over 5 years of diverse experience in data management and auditing. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining organized digital records and ensuring accuracy in data entry across platforms. Successfully facilitated multiple audits, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and compliance. Proven track record in generating comprehensive reports and collaborating effectively with teams to drive productivity. Excited to leverage skills in data accuracy and process improvement in a remote capacity and open to remote opportunities.

WORK EXPERIENCE

10/2025 – Present

Data Entry Specialist and Client Support, Artrie (Remote) A premier art trading and investment firm headquartered in Berlin, Germany

Accurately input and managed data across internal platforms and databases.

Assist in maintaining organized digital records and reports.

Collaborate with team members to enhance operational efficiency and processes.

Manage metadata entry and validation for digital art assets, ensuring 99.9% accuracy

Process daily records with consistent quality; contribute to quarterly data-cleaning initiatives reducing duplicates.

01/2025 – Present

Audit Supervisor, Mel Associates Professional Services (Chartered Accountants) Lagos, Nigeria.

Developed annual audit plans and coordinated comprehensive audit activities.

Performed thorough audits of business operations, finances, and compliance with established policies and procedures.

Oversaw audit planning and reporting functions in accordance with organizational policies.

Supervised audit teams to ensure quality outputs and timely delivery.

Collaborated with team members to review audit findings and formulate recommendations.

Prepared detailed reports of audit findings and effectively communicated them to management.

Assisted in developing audit planning memorandums, budgets, and timelines for forthcoming audits.

Evaluated existing audit procedures, recommending enhancements for efficiency.

Assessed and strengthened internal controls to improve operational efficacy.

Regularly communicated audit statuses to management throughout the audit process.

Engaged in discussions with management regarding audit observations, recommendations, and actions implemented via management letters.

Compiled clear and complete audit work papers, ensuring proper storage and retrieval.

Analyzed and resolved audit-related issues promptly.

Managed filing of PAYE, VAT, WHT, CIT, and other statutory remittances for clients in a timely manner.

Liaised with Tax Authority (State and Federal) to resolve tax matters involving clients expeditiously.

Recommended financial management practices aimed at minimizing tax liabilities.

Prepared monthly and annual payrolls with accuracy and compliance.

Ensured compliance with state and federal tax regulations on behalf of clients.

Secured Tax Clearance Certificates (TCC) for clients as at when due. 02/2021 – 12/2024

Audit Executive, Ayo Ayotade & Co. (Chartered Accountants) Ikeja- Lagos

Conducted audits of clients’ financial statements ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Oversaw monthly and annual payroll preparation aligning with regulatory requirements.

Ensured adherence to state and federal tax regulations for a diverse range of clients.

Facilitated communication with tax authorities to resolve tax-related issues effectively.

Managed audit schedules while ensuring appropriate resource allocation throughout each audit.

Prepared comprehensive reports on audit findings for presentation to stakeholders.

Reviewed financial statements meticulously for accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Recommended best practices in financial management to minimize tax liabilities for clients.

Established and nurtured relationships with clients through regular updates on audit processes.

Managed the filing of PAYE, VAT, WHT, CIT, and other statutory remittances for clients by their deadlines.

Ensured proper documentation and established a rigorous filing system of correspondence between clients and tax authorities, such as FIRS and LIRS. 2012 – 2013

Electronic Document Management Officer (Operator), IQ Systems Solutions Limited. Lagos, Nigeria

Prepared documents for scanning, ensuring readiness and accuracy.

Entered captured meta-data systematically into appropriate systems.

Conducted rigorous quality control of data and scanned documents to maintain integrity.

Generated adequate and timely reports detailing work accomplished. 04/2017 – 05/2018

Class Instructor and Educator. National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Osun State

Participated actively in community service initiatives throughout the service year.

Educated students effectively, enhancing their overall learning experience.

Planned and executed engaging educational sessions.

Provided assessments and constructive feedback to students.

Managed classroom environments to promote learning and discipline. EDUCATION

2014 – 2016

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Higher National Diploma (HND), Accountancy

2010 – 2012

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

National Diploma (ND), Accountancy

May/June 2008

Fasoma Comprehensive High School, Abule - Egba, Lagos. Senior School Leaving Certificate Examination (WASSCE) SKILLS

Accounting Payroll Administration

Tax Administration Auditing

Data governance and privacy basics Financial Reporting

Management Accounts Internal Control Evaluation

Data cleaning, validation, and QA Regulatory compliance

Data entry accuracy and typing speed (WPM) Microsoft Excel and Google Suites

Tools: Slack, Teams and Zoom. Data reporting and Accuracy.

Remote Collaboration &Time Management Attention to details

Data File Management Communication Skills

CERTIFICATES- Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)

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