Taiwo O.
Senior Fractional CFO
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Taiwo O. P., a distinguished Fractional CFO and strategic finance expert, brings over 30 years of impactful leadership across corporate, not-for-profit, and public accounting sectors, including vital roles at RCCG North America and Fresh Express. With dual credentials as a CPA and ACCA, he delivers transformative financial oversight on a flexible engagement model, offering the expertise of a seasoned CFO without the full-time commitment. Taiwo has a proven track record of securing significant capital, with achievements like obtaining over $21 million in financing for major projects and spearheading revenue growth initiatives that increased revenues by 15%. His expertise in financial strategy, capital raise & financing, and robust governance measures have positioned him as a key asset for organizations seeking to optimize financial health. Taiwo's practice extends to high-net-worth individuals, where he develops tax and estate planning strategies tailored for optimized returns, leveraging his extensive background in US GAAP reporting and FASB compliance.
Experience
Principal — Fractional CFO & CPA Practice
Taiwo O. Pitan, CPA · 2022 — PresentOperates an independent advisory practice providing fractional CFO services, attestation, and tax solutions for SMEs and high-net-worth individuals. Works as an embedded fractional CFO for various client organizations, focusing on financial strategy, KPI design, and leadership coaching to enhance fiscal health and operational efficiency. Provides attestation and advisory services that improve regulatory compliance and prepare clients for growth opportunities, including debt and equity financing readiness. Develops tax and estate planning strategies for high-net-worth clients to optimize after-tax returns.Chief Financial Officer
RCCG North America · 2010 — 2022Oversaw financial reporting (US GAAP), internal controls, and budgeting for a complex multi-subsidiary not-for-profit organization. Managed all capital planning activities, including securing and deploying $21M in financing for the construction of a significant 20,000-seat auditorium. Increased revenues for the central office by 15% through the initiation of a performance-linked employee benefit program in alignment with subsidiary inflows. Enhanced board governance by shifting the culture from passive to strategically engaged, improving decision-making quality and speed. Ensured regulatory compliance, including oversight of external audits across all US subsidiaries.Independent Consulting Controller
RCCG North America · 2003 — 2010Acted as external controller to establish and standardize the finance function within a multi-entity organization. Developed and applied performance management systems, enhancing financial metrics across the entity network. Consolidated scattered accounting operations to create a centralized headquarters accounting function, ensuring timely management reporting for the Board of Trustees and international affiliates. Oversaw payroll and HR functions for all US subsidiaries to guarantee compliance and operational continuity.Senior Financial Accountant
Fresh Express · 2000 — 2003Handled financial reporting, cost accounting, and the month-end/year-end close process for a large food production entity. Led initiatives to improve production reporting processes and standard costing methodologies for better insight into manufacturing economics. Contributed to the PRMS ERP system conversion, supporting post-implementation training and creating operational documentation. Managed cost and overhead budgeting, along with supervising balance sheet reconciliations and accounts payable staff.Financial Accountant
Jesus House Chicago, Inc. · 1997 — 2000Managed comprehensive accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, management reporting, and the production of FAS 116/117-compliant financial statements. Handled project costing and payroll functions, while also developing accounting policies for asset acquisitions and cash disbursements. Designed and executed an internal controls framework to enhance the organization's financial integrity.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- B.Sc. StatisticsObafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria
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