Stephen Ogunlami (CPA, CGA, CIA, CRISC, ACCA, ACA)

Stephen Ogunlami has a diverse work experience that spans multiple industries and roles. Stephen currently works at GWL Realty Advisors as the Director of Compliance, where they review and assesses compliance policies and programs. Prior to this, they were the Manager of Risk Management and Compliance at the same company, responsible for delivering risk management and compliance services.

Before their time at GWL Realty Advisors, Stephen worked as a Property Accountant at Capital Commercial Real Estate Services, where they managed financial records and reconciled accounts for accurate reporting.

Stephen also has experience at CMB Building Limited, where they held various roles including Head of Internal Audit & Risk Management, Head of Financial Performance and Reporting, and Deputy Head of Internal Audit. In these positions, they prepared annual audit plans, evaluated internal controls, and monitored risk management processes.

At Inflow Synergy Solutions Limited, Stephen served as the Head of SME Finance, reviewing credit applications, analyzing financial statements, and managing accounts receivables.

Stephen's early career includes roles at Access Bank Plc and Intercontinental Bank PLC, where they led branch audits, tested controls, and conducted investigations on fraud-related activities.

Overall, Stephen Ogunlami's work experience demonstrates their expertise in compliance, risk management, internal audit, financial reporting, and branch operations.

Stephen Ogunlami holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Accounting and Finance from Robert Gordon University and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of Derby. Stephen also has a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Administration and Management from The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ogun State.

In addition, Stephen has attained several certifications in their field. Stephen is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc. and has been certified as a Certified In Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) by ISACA. Stephen is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA) from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada). Furthermore, they hold the title of Associate Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) from ACCA and is an Associate Chartered Institute of Bankers (ACIB) from The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria - CIBN. Stephen is also an Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.