
Arif Latoundji
Investment Advisor
- Group:Executive Advisor Team
- Location:Benin
Arif Latoundji
Investment Advisor
Ichola Arif Latoundji is a skilled and results-driven financial consultant with nearly a decade of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and corporate finance across West Africa and Europe. With a background that bridges rigorous academic training and real-world advisory roles, Ichola specializes in helping businesses improve their financial health, ensure compliance, and drive sustainable growth.
Currently serving as a Financial Consultant at RIF CAPITAL, Ichola supports organizations with strategic financial planning, reporting, and data analysis. He leverages deep expertise in financial modeling, financial statement consolidation, tax compliance, and market analysis to guide informed decision-making and help clients achieve their objectives.
Ichola’s professional journey includes impactful roles at leading firms such as SAFECO BENIN, AGL (ex-Bolloré Transport & Logistics), and SAS BKSA in Paris. His work spans financial diagnostics, accounting operations, budget reporting, treasury management, and audit preparation. At INSPÉ – Sorbonne University, he gained critical experience in public finance, procurement procedures, and SAP-based budget systems. In both private and public sector environments, Ichola has built a reputation for reliability, analytical precision, and client-centric solutions.
Notably, he has played key roles in preparing financial statements for high-profile clients, optimizing cost controls, and ensuring regulatory compliance in line with UEMOA and international standards. Whether managing accounts for insurance providers, logistics giants, or hospitality brands, Ichola consistently demonstrates a high level of financial acumen, technical skill, and strategic thinking.
Ichola holds a Master’s Degree in Financial Engineering from ESGF Paris, along with advanced studies in corporate finance and management through institutions in France, Morocco, and Benin. His academic credentials are reinforced by hands-on expertise in accounting software like SAP, AS400 (IRIS Finance), Perfecto, and CEGENAT, as well as advanced Excel and VBA for financial modeling.
Fluent in both French and English, Ichola thrives in multicultural settings and enjoys applying his knowledge to international projects. He is passionate about capital markets, data analysis, and creating value through sound financial strategies.
With a meticulous approach and strong interpersonal skills, Ichola brings not only technical proficiency but also a consultative mindset to every engagement—making him a trusted advisor for clients navigating today’s complex financial landscape.