Podcast producer and editor, content creator and currently working on a documentary which will air soon.…

Bola Bakare

Podcast producer and editor, content creator and currently working on a documentary which will air soon.…

Available to hire

Podcast producer and editor, content creator and currently working on a documentary which will air soon.

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor Content Manager at Visionary for Christ (VfC)
August 30, 2023 - Present
o Create content for the platform to engage audiences to seek our services including counselling and retail services. o Produce, edit and direct the audio and video podcasts of Rebirth in Christ and Spiritual Diagnosis. o Produce and edit reels and documentaries to educate potential customers on engaging topics which feature the product lines. o Manage all social media accounts including Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook to generate more reach for the business. o Prepare and publish media content for visionaryorchrist.com incl. social media content for YouTube. o Plan and execute creative ideas to give worldwide audiences opportunities to interact with the platform. o Manage client queries on multiple platforms including Wix App, e-mails and social media channels. o Generate marketing ideas and promote all products and services on all online platforms to lead to sales.
Manager, Finance & Accounting at Hifyre Retail (SaaS service: Hifyre IQ – real time sales data analytics)
October 31, 2022 - August 30, 2023
Strategic Planning Manager directly managing analysts, monthly reports, and corporate planning of projects. Reported to VP, Finance as the lead Corporate Specialist and oversaw financial analytics & contractual revenue. Managed projects and contractual revenue process to enhance decision-making tools, planning and strategic vision. Directed annual, long-term planning, budgeting & forecasting including risk mitigation and provided insights. Supported accurate data reporting for stakeholders, evaluation of loyalty programs, vetting & analyzing data swiftly. Managed external partnerships & internal cross-functional relationships. Ensured timely execution of critical activities. Oversaw team of analysts, change management initiatives, stakeholder communication & automating reports.
Senior Financial Analyst at Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities
March 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022
Support the Directors & client relationships; provide insights to address constraints and identify opportunities. Tracked project development and collaborated with stakeholders to aid planning & decisions using industry trends. Assisted in the development of annual business plan. Managed periodic forecasts and financial reporting process. Controlled process improvement initiatives and mentored team to assist in executing proposed solutions. Evaluated performance against budget/forecast; utilized market research, variance / trend analyses. Collaborated with external, clients, regulatory, and internal stakeholders to facilitate daily business operations.
Senior Financial Analyst at North-South Continental Nig.Ltd; FCT, ABJ
November 1, 2017 - February 1, 2021
Finance Lead directly managing finance team; overseeing strategic planning of accounts and stakeholder networking. Worked with CEO to plan her engagements, travel internationally and locally with her to execute assignments. Managed finance team, monthly reports, contract support & negotiations, internal controls, and relationship mgt. Offered insights on critical business decisions, transition during merger, and performance evaluation on projects. Collaborated with stakeholders in operations & marketing to implement profitable sales and cost strategies. Prepared annual budgets, periodic forecasts and proposed actions to address gaps and capitalized on opportunities.
Senior Financial Analyst at North-South Continental Nig.Ltd.
October 28, 2017 - January 28, 2021
Finance lead directly managing finance team; oversee strategic planning of accounts and stakeholder networking; work with CEO on engagements and travel; manage finance team, monthly reports, contract support and negotiations, internal controls and relationship management; provide insights on critical business decisions, merger transition and project performance; collaborate with operations & marketing to implement profitable sales and cost strategies; prepare annual budgets and forecasts and propose actions to address gaps.
Financial Analyst Supervisor at Sahara Group
July 1, 2011 - October 1, 2017
Finance Lead directly managing finance team; overseeing strategic planning of accounts and stakeholder networking. Business Lead business partner; oversaw planning, budgets, data management, system migration and reporting. Trained analysts and collaborated with cross-functional leaders to improve analysis and processes efficiency. Measured and reported on sales finance activities and influenced business partners to impact key initiatives. Provided daily project analytics, weekly data analytics and decision support including the automation of reports.
Decision Analyst at Chevron
January 1, 2010 - November 1, 2010
Finance Project Support on multi-billion-dollar projects; resolving conflicts and managing project budget & analytics. Undertook financial analysis including forecasting, process management, stakeholder communication and planning.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Boston University, Questrom School of Business
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Economics at Girne American University, Istanbul, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2009
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Boston University, Questrom School of Business
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Economics at Girne American University – Istanbul, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail