Abdulkareem Ishaq

Finance & Accounting | Taxation | Audit | Blockchain & Crypto | AI Education

  • Nigeria
  • CARITAS COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED
  • On Talentta since Sept 2025
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Abdulkareem Ishaq (Finance & Accounting | Taxation | Audit | Blockchain & Crypto | AI Education) is a professional based in Nigeria with a portfolio on Talentta. Abdulkareem currently works as FINANCE AND ADMIN ASSISTANT at CARITAS COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED. Abdulkareem brings 4 years of professional experience.

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Years experience
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Roles held

About

Meet Abdulkareem

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented finance professional with 5+ years of experience across accounting, finance operations, administration, and blockchain consulting. I combine strong traditional finance fundamentals with hands-on exposure to cryptocurrency research, AI-driven education, and emerging financial technologies.

In my finance roles, I have supported multi-year financial reporting and reconciliations, managed branch and project accounts, and prepared and reviewed hundreds of invoices, expense records, and supporting schedules. I have practical experience with Nigerian tax compliance (PAYE, VAT, and Withholding Tax) and have actively participated in tax audits and regulatory reconciliations, working closely with auditors to resolve discrepancies and strengthen internal controls.

I am highly proficient in accounting software and digital finance tools, enabling me to process and analyze large datasets efficiently, deliver timely management reports, and support data-driven decision-making. I am intentionally building capacity in financial analysis, budgeting, and advisory services, with a long-term goal of operating at CFO and finance consultant level.

Alongside my finance career, I am a crypto freelancer with 5+ years of hands-on experience, covering cryptocurrency research, token analysis, community building, and airdrop strategy. I actively monitor market trends and evaluate digital assets across multiple blockchain ecosystems.

I also create AI-generated explainer videos, simplifying complex topics—finance, taxation, compliance, and blockchain—into clear content delivered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels for professionals, SMEs, and learners.

I am a student member of ICAN, committed to continuous improvement, ethical practice, and delivering measurable value across both traditional finance and the digital economy.

Career

Experience

  1. Present

    FINANCE AND ADMIN ASSISTANT

    CARITAS COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED

    Developed and delivered accurate weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports for management decision-making. • Designed and enforced internal control procedures to strengthen approval processes, expense validation, and documentation accuracy. • Performed periodic internal checks on payment vouchers, cash advances, and reconciliations to ensure compliance with company policy. • Reduced receivables by collaborating with the sales team to improve collections on overdue invoices. • Managed daily accounting operations, reconciled bank statements, and maintained Sage accounting records. • Oversaw FIRS and LIRS monthly tax filings and supported successful audit reviews. • Led audit preparation and interfaced with external auditors, improving documentation and process readiness. • Identified and implemented cost-saving strategies through financial analysis. • Supervised admin functions and improved office logistics, documentation, and correspondence systems. • Assisted with onboarding and training new team members in finance and internal control procedures.

    • Excel ,Microsoft word
    • Accounting & Finance
    • Taxation & Compliance
    • Sage
    • Peachtree
    • Financial data analysis and documentation
    • AI tools for finance automation and explainer content
    • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  2. Intern, Finance Assistant

    DIGITAL MARKETING LIMITED

    • Supported invoice tracking, account reconciliation, and report generation. • Assisted in stock reviews and accurate data entry for internal reporting.

    • Microsoft Office suite

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Abdulkareem Ishaq (Finance & Accounting | Taxation | Audit | Blockchain & Crypto | AI Education) is a professional based in Nigeria with a portfolio on Talentta. Abdulkareem currently works as FINANCE AND ADMIN ASSISTANT at CARITAS COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED. Abdulkareem brings 4 years of professional experience.

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Abdulkareem Ishaq is based in Nigeria and currently works at CARITAS COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED.

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