Oke Godson Efekpokpor, PMP®, CBAP

Dubai, UAE | efekpokpor@gmail.com | +971 559713763

LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/Unjom

Professional Summary

Godson is a Dynamic and results-driven Business Analyst, Project Manager, and ERP Consultant with over 20 years of experience leading ERP projects across finance, operations, and manufacturing. Expert in aligning technical solutions with strategic objectives to enhance efficiency and drive project success. Adept at stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and facilitating organizational growth. Holds PMP and CBAP certifications, alongside hands-on expertise in Agile methodologies and ERP systems such as Sage X3 and Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Core Competencies

Business Analysis: Requirements Gathering, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Workflow Design
Project Management: Agile Methodologies, Risk Mitigation, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement
ERP Expertise: Sage X3, Sage 300 and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Finance & Operations)
Financial Analysis: Strong background in Accounting and Finance, Financial Reporting, Accounting Systems, BI Tools
Leadership & Collaboration: Cross-functional Teams, Training & Development, Client Management

Professional Experience

Elite Agro Holding

Senior Business Analyst & Senior ERP Consultant

Abu Dhabi, UAE | 2018 – Present

Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to align ERP implementations with strategic goals, improving operational efficiency.
Spearheaded end-to-end rollout of ERP implementation, ensuring project timelines, budget adherence, and resource allocation for on-time delivery.
Designed and delivered user training programs, enhancing adoption rates and user satisfaction.
Managed change requests and provided ongoing support, enhancing ERP performance.
Developed BI dashboards and KPIs for real-time tracking, enabling informed decision-making.

Triad Software Services

Business Analyst & Senior ERP Consultant

Dubai, UAE | 2013 – 2018

Documented client-specific business requirements to ensure ERP functionality met diverse industry needs.
Delivered detailed project plans, fostering alignment with stakeholders and ensuring timely execution.
Spearheaded end-to-end implementation of ERP solutions, ensuring project timelines, budget adherence, and resource allocation for on-time delivery.
Directed UAT processes and post-implementation support, leading to improved client satisfaction.
Conducted ERP demonstrations to simplify complex solutions for key decision-makers.

Lagetronix Nigeria Limited

Business Analyst & ERP Consultant

Lagos, Nigeria | 2010 – 2013

Facilitated requirement-gathering sessions and documented system designs for successful ERP deployment.
Spearheaded end-to-end implementation of ERP solutions, ensuring project timelines, budget adherence, and resource allocation for on-time delivery.
Delivered tailored user training and conducted UAT to enhance user engagement and system efficiency.
Developed operational BI dashboards, enabling data-driven strategies.

Standard Accounting Limited

System Accountant

Lagos, Nigeria | 2005 – 2010

Oversaw outsourced accounting operations for clients in various industries, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.
Implemented accounting systems such as Peachtree and QuickBooks to streamline reporting processes.
Designed financial control systems, supported audits, and ensured reconciliation accuracy.

Education

B.Sc. in Accounting – Lagos State University, Lagos, Nigeria
Professional Certificate in Business Analysis – Purdue University, USA

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) | Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) – PMI
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) – IIBA
Agile Scrum Master – EXIN
Professional Scrum Master – Scrum.org
Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Fundamentals, Finance and Operations Functional Associate Consultant, Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate

Technical Skills

ERP Systems: Sage X3, Sage 300 and Microsoft Dynamics 365
Financial Tools: Sage BI, Peachtree, QuickBooks
Project Management: Agile & Scrum Frameworks, Assyst by Axios
Data Analysis: Microsoft Excel, BI Reporting, SQL Server, Data Migration