Strategic Finance Leadership &
Insightful Advisory
for Impact-Driven Organisations
Chartered Management Accountant and former HOD with 18 years steering nonprofits, academia & SMEs toward stronger financial governance and growth.
About Oluseun Anthony Joseph
ACMA & ACA chartered accountant with a knack for turning tangled, multi-currency ledgers into audit-ready insight. I've cut month-end close by days and unlocked savings for mission-driven organisations.
Today, through Ridge Financials, I plug data analytics, accounting systems wizardry and bullet-proof controls into UK charities and SMEs so leaders get numbers they can trust, and act on, faster than ever.
Known for rapid sector-learning and for translating granular data into board-level insight that shapes scope, funding and go/no-go decisions. I don't just manage numbers, I interpret them, challenge assumptions, and ask the questions others might overlook.
Proven Impact
Core Expertise
Core Expertise
Comprehensive finance and accounting capabilities developed through 18 years of hands-on experience across diverse sectors and organizational challenges.
Management Accounts
Monthly management reporting, variance analysis, and KPI dashboards for informed decision-making.
Statutory Reporting
Year-end accounts preparation, audit support, and regulatory compliance for UK entities.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Strategic planning, scenario modeling, and rolling forecasts to support growth initiatives.
Business Partnering
Collaborative finance support, commercial insights, and strategic advisory for leadership teams.
Training & Development
Finance training programs, workshops, and capability building for non-finance professionals.
Process Automation
Systems optimization, workflow automation, and digital transformation of finance processes.
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A progressive career journey spanning diverse sectors, consistently delivering measurable results through strategic finance leadership and operational excellence.
Founder & Principal Consultant
Founded specialized finance consultancy serving nonprofits, retail, SMEs, and educational institutions with data analytics, accounting systems wizardry and bullet-proof controls.
Key Achievements
- Built finance department from ground up
- Developed training programs for non-finance professionals
- Established strategic partnerships with key industry players
- Plug data analytics and bullet-proof controls into UK charities and SMEs
Year End Accountant
Led year-end external audit and statutory accounts preparation for international health NGO.
Key Achievements
- Led on year end external audit
- Prepared MC's statutory account within 3 weeks due to tight audit timelines
- Delivered accurate and timely year-end accounts
- Coordinated multi-country financial consolidation
Interim Senior Year End Accountant
Delivered consolidated statutory accounts for major nonprofit organization with extensive branch network.
Key Achievements
- Delivered consolidated statutory accounts across 2,000+ branches, achieving early submission
- Supported the implementation of governance & financial controls for a £1billion organization
- Mentored junior staff on accounting standards and audit preparation
- Streamlined statutory close process across multiple entities
Interim Finance Manager & Business Partner
Comprehensive finance management including reporting, budgeting, and process improvement.
Key Achievements
- Streamlined financial close processes, cutting month-end timelines by 4 days
- Managed full-cycle management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for a £20m cost base
- Submitted VAT returns via MTD-compliant Sage API
- Handled investment-property reporting & valuation
- Managed weekly/fortnightly payment-runs (valued at £100k average)
- Spearheaded the restructuring of management reporting system
- Was responsible for transactional finance including AP, AR, RTI submissions & pension reconciliation
- Prepared audit strategy with external auditors to ensure timely audit smooth run & sign-offs
Finance Business Partner
Provided strategic finance support and business partnering for military charity operations.
Key Achievements
- Provided financial guidance and control over capital and OPEX budgets
- Presented insights that freed £0.2m for new programmes
- Ensured integrity of intercompany charges and reconciliations
- Built donor budgets & delivered grant reports
- Oversight of weekly payment-runs & approvals
Interim Financial Controller
Oversaw comprehensive financial operations including transactional finance and management reporting.
Key Achievements
- Oversaw transactional finance including AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations
- Led the production of management accounts and prepared VAT returns
- Worked closely with directors to drive cost efficiencies and control
- Maintained robust accounting structure and governance
Accountant
Provided accounting and due diligence services for chartered accountancy practice.
Key Achievements
- Reviewed accounting books and conducted due diligence analysis
- Supported client advisory services
- Applied technical accounting expertise
Head of Department - Accounting
Led academic department with comprehensive teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities including programme accreditation and strategic development.
Key Achievements
- Facilitated accreditation of accounting and business administration programmes
- Successfully delivered online lectures during COVID-19 pandemic
- Supervised 10 undergraduate and 5 postgraduate students
- Developed coherent departmental research strategies
- Established links with external agencies and professional bodies
Senior Financial Manager
Led financial operations including consolidated accounts preparation, systems review, and team management for leading marketing services company.
Key Achievements
- Led preparation of consolidated accounts with IFRS compliance
- Managed transaction processing teams across multiple functions
- Presented financial reports to Board and executive team
- Led annual budget setting process and financial forecasting
- Implemented cost improvement initiatives and process optimization
Finance Analyst
Provided comprehensive financial analysis and reporting support for telecommunications company.
Key Achievements
- Developed comprehensive financial models and analysis
- Enhanced management reporting processes
- Supported business planning and strategic initiatives
- Improved cost analysis and budgeting capabilities
Academic Publications
Research contributions to academic literature spanning financial reporting, international standards, artificial intelligence, and economic development.
Academic Excellence
These publications demonstrate a commitment to advancing knowledge in finance and accounting, combining practical experience with rigorous academic research across international markets and emerging technologies.
Service Offerings
Comprehensive finance solutions tailored to your organization's needs, from strategic leadership to hands-on implementation and capability building.
Strategic Finance Leadership
Part-time Finance Director services providing strategic oversight, financial planning, and leadership without the full-time commitment.
What's Included:
- Monthly board reporting and KPI dashboards
- Strategic financial planning and forecasting
- Cash flow management and optimization
- Team leadership and development
- Investor relations and funding support
- Risk management and compliance oversight
Key Deliverables:
Ideal For:
Growing SMEs, scale-ups, and organizations needing senior finance expertise without full-time costs.
Statutory Compliance Excellence
Comprehensive year-end accounts preparation, audit coordination, and regulatory filing services for UK entities.
What's Included:
- Year-end accounts preparation (Companies House)
- Audit file preparation and coordination
- Regulatory compliance and filing
- Management accounts reconciliation
- Tax computation support
- Post-audit implementation of recommendations
Key Deliverables:
Ideal For:
SMEs, nonprofits, and educational institutions requiring professional statutory reporting.
Building Financial Capability
Tailored training programs designed to build financial literacy and capability across your organization.
What's Included:
- Finance for Non-Finance Managers
- Budget planning and management workshops
- Financial analysis and interpretation
- Cash flow forecasting techniques
- KPI development and monitoring
- Customized sector-specific content
Key Deliverables:
Ideal For:
Organizations wanting to build internal finance capability and improve financial decision-making.
Comprehensive Financial Records
Complete bookkeeping services including management accounts preparation, financial statements, and ongoing financial record maintenance for growing businesses.
What's Included:
- Monthly bookkeeping and transaction processing
- Management accounts preparation and analysis
- Financial statements and reporting
- VAT returns and compliance support
- Bank reconciliations and cash flow tracking
- Quarterly business reviews and insights
Key Deliverables:
Ideal For:
SMEs and growing businesses needing reliable, ongoing bookkeeping and financial reporting without hiring full-time staff.
Need Something Different?
Every organization has unique challenges. I offer bespoke consulting services tailored to your specific requirements, from one-off projects to ongoing advisory relationships.
Discuss Custom SolutionsFeatured Projects
Real-world case studies demonstrating measurable impact across diverse organizations and finance transformation challenges.
Process Improvements
Royal College of Radiologists
Challenge:
Month end process was taking 2 weeks.
Solution:
Redesigned month end process, implemented automated reconciliations, and established standardized reporting process.
Key Results:
- Reduced close time from 2 weeks to 4 days
- Improved team efficiency and job satisfaction
Technologies Used:
""Anthony transformed our month-end process completely. What used to be a stressful 2-week process is now completed efficiently in just 4 days with much better quality.""
— Finance Director, Royal College of Radiologists
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"Anthony's strategic insight and hands-on approach transformed our financial processes completely. His ability to simplify complex financial concepts for our leadership team has been invaluable. The month-end close time reduction of 45% speaks for itself."
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