OLUWATOSIN ELIZABETH OGUNTUASE

Unit Head, Franchise and Government Collections and Remittances

Lagos, NG.

About

Highly accomplished financial operations leader with over 8 years of progressive experience in banking, specializing in government collections, remittances, and regulatory compliance. Expert in driving process automation, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring financial accuracy, consistently achieving zero regulatory infractions and optimizing profitability. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, manage complex reconciliations, and strategically engage stakeholders to deliver exceptional results in dynamic financial environments.

Work

Union Bank of Nigeria

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Unit Head, Franchise and Govt. Collections and Remittances

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Led comprehensive coordination of government collections and remittances, ensuring full regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Coordinated all government-related collections and remittances, achieving zero regulatory infractions and penalties.

Collaborated with the transaction banking team to develop innovative solutions, enhancing payments and collections business efficiency.

Ensured accurate and prompt rendition of all regulatory returns within agreed timelines, maintaining strict compliance standards.

Drove and supervised the timely resolution of customer service issues/complaints on collections, significantly improving customer satisfaction.

Spearheaded continuous process automation and improvements, optimizing service delivery and increasing profitability.

Engaged government agencies, consultants, and auditors for the reconciliation and audit of government collections and remittances.

Union Bank of Nigeria

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Team Lead Remittances, Due Diligence and Regulatory Returns

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Managed daily settlement for all Collections and Remittances products, ensuring timely and accurate regulatory reporting.

Highlights

Processed daily settlement for all Collections and Remittances products on the Pay Direct platform, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Responded to all inquiries and complaints within defined timeframes, enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction.

Liaised effectively with switching companies and government consultants/partners to resolve complex collection issues.

Ensured timely and accurate weekly/monthly rendition of Customs collection reports, maintaining compliance.

Reviewed all processed transactions for completeness, accuracy, and validity, minimizing errors and ensuring data integrity.

Conducted comprehensive reconciliation of state and federal government accounts, resolving discrepancies and ensuring financial accuracy.

Union Bank of Nigeria

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Team Member, Transactions Monitoring and Settlement Unit

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Executed daily, weekly, and monthly remittances of government collections and facilitated inter-unit financial operations.

Highlights

Managed daily, weekly, and monthly remittances of state and federal government collections, ensuring timely and accurate transfers.

Processed branch and other units' requests within approved timeframes, facilitating smooth internal operations.

Reconciled state and federal government accounts, ensuring data integrity and financial accuracy.

Performed daily reconciliation of general ledgers and accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.

Prepared and submitted daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for various state and federal parastatals.

Monitored and tracked branch requests to ensure timely resolution and business continuity.

Union Bank of Nigeria

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Head Teller

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supervised daily transaction audits and managed ATM functionality, ensuring accurate financial reconciliation and customer service.

Highlights

Supervised daily call over (transaction audits) of vouchers and rendition of relevant certificates, ensuring compliance.

Maintained 100% ATM functionality and carried out daily reconciliation of ATM general ledgers.

Ensured the branch vault was balanced at the end of each day, minimizing financial discrepancies.

Prepared and submitted comprehensive monthly reports on branch activities, cash counts, and ATM reconciliation.

Executed diverse customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, checks, and foreign currency requests, enhancing service efficiency.

Union Bank of Nigeria

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Relief Branch Service Manager

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Oversaw branch operations, conducted financial reviews, and ensured compliance with banking regulations.

Highlights

Oversaw and implemented process improvements across branch operations, enhancing efficiency and service quality.

Conducted daily reviews of balance sheets and suspense accounts, ensuring financial integrity and accuracy.

Maintained strict compliance with branch standard regulations and sanctions, mitigating operational risks.

Handled complex customer complaints and inquiries, resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction.

Ensured the balanced position of the branch vault at the end of each day, maintaining financial accountability.

Prepared, reviewed, and submitted detailed monthly reports on branch activities, cash counts, GL proof, and ATM reconciliation.

Union Bank of Nigeria

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Head Teller/ATM Custodian

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Managed daily cash operations and ATM reconciliation, ensuring operational excellence and compliance.

Highlights

Conducted daily audits of cash drawers, ATMs, teller cash dispensers, and the main vault to ensure accurate balancing.

Processed transactions strictly within established policies and procedures, ensuring operational excellence and compliance.

Performed daily reconciliation of ATM general ledgers, maintaining data integrity and minimizing discrepancies.

Hackman & Co. Solicitors

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Front Desk Officer

Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Managed client inquiries, scheduled meetings, and handled correspondence to ensure smooth firm operations.

Highlights

Attended to customer inquiries and set up meetings with staff, enhancing client relations and internal coordination.

Prepared weekly reports and reminders on firm activities, ensuring timely task completion.

Managed incoming and outgoing correspondences, maintaining efficient communication flow for the firm.

iSON BPO International Limited

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Customer Service Representative

Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, ensuring high satisfaction and accurate record-keeping.

Highlights

Handled a high volume of customer inquiries and complaints, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Prepared and logged detailed reports on customer queries via computer, ensuring accurate documentation.

Consistently met daily time and quality requirements, contributing to high service delivery standards.

Volunteer

Volunteer

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Union Bank Employee Volunteer Day

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Participated in various community and social impact initiatives as part of the Union Bank Employee Volunteer Day program.

General Secretary/ Community Development Service

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NYSC

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Served as General Secretary for Community Development Service during National Youth Service Corps, coordinating community initiatives.

Education

The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Nigeria

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Certification Professional Conduct & Ethics

Union Bank of Nigeria

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Programme Management Trainee Programme

University of Ibadan, Nigeria

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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B Sc. Economics

Languages

English

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Mitigation, Audit Coordination.

Financial Reconciliation

Financial Reconciliation, General Ledger Management, Account Balancing, Transaction Audit.

Process Automation & Improvement

Process Automation, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Service Delivery Optimization.

Stakeholder Engagement

Stakeholder Engagement, Government Relations, Consultant Management, Inter-departmental Collaboration.

Customer Service & Issue Resolution

Customer Service, Complaint Resolution, Inquiry Management, Client Relations.

Team Leadership & Management

Team Leadership, Team Management, Supervision, Mentorship.

Reporting & Analysis

Financial Reporting, Data Analysis, Volume Statistics, Performance Reporting.

Collections & Remittances

Government Collections, Remittances, Payment Processing, Direct Platform Operations.

Microsoft Office Suites

Microsoft Office Suites, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Relationship Management

Relationship Management, Client Relationship Management, Networking.

Negotiation

Negotiation, Conflict Resolution.

Problem-Solving

Problem-Solving, Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking.

Business Development

Business Development, Strategic Planning, Market Analysis.

Communication

Exceptional Communication Skills, Written Communication, Verbal Communication.

Personnel Management

Personnel Management, Talent Management, Performance Management.

References

References

Available upon request