BLESSING TARELAYEFA ZITU
Accountant
79 Hospital Road, Ekpan, Effurun, Warri. ,Delta State
Summary
Accounting professional who is highly analytical, focused on results, and capable of working swiftly and accurately. Multi-talented, self-motivated and result driven with a repository of skill set in business management, administrative skills and social media marketing. To advance my career in a rising company where I can demonstrate my skills by taking on challenges, achieving organizational objectives, and moving up the career ladder through dedication and ongoing learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Accountant/Administrative Officer
Ziko & Ziko International Company Limited
Warri, Nigeria
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed payroll accuracy using specific checklists and quality review processes.
- Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
- Maintained manual and electronic filing and information systems, ensuring ready available and accurate data.
- Calculated, prepared and filed payroll taxes for clients.
- Filing of annual tax returns.
Accountant/Manager
Chrislayefa Global Services Limited
Warri, Nigeria
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
- Organised files to support efficiency and traceability.
- Calculated, prepared and filed payroll taxes for clients.
- Sourced vendors and suppliers for business needs and negotiated terms for optimum service delivery.
- Attended conventions and meetings to represent organisation, gather information and help build new partnerships.
Secretary
Kafeda Global Services Ltd
Abuja, FCT
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Generated and distributed invoices to obtain fee payments.
- Answered inbound telephone calls promptly, directing clients, vendors and general queries to relevant teams.
- Maintained organised filing system documenting business operations.
- Scheduled appointments and meetings for MD/CEO.
- Created accurate reports using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Founding Member/Social Media Manager
Clean Warri
Warri, Nigeria
12.2016 - Current
- Founding member of the NGO, worked as part of a team from a variety of social background to ensure a clean and healthy city to live in
- Assisted in mobilizing and coordinating volunteers
- Developed ongoing programmes using good team communication and collaboration.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Produced content for websites and social media channels to enhance brand visibility.
Logistics Personnel
She Leads Africa
Port Harcourt , Nigeria
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Supervised and coordinated a six months free digital marketing training for women in business (#SheMeansBusiness) in Port Harcourt.
- Attended to over 100 guests for each and worked effectively within a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
- Responsible for successful logistics for each training session by ensuring everything is taken care of and ability to multitask in a busy work environment.
- Responsibility to make sure caterer is secured within the budget for each session.
- Make site visits on behalf of the company to make sure venue is in good condition for training and call speakers to make sure they will be available for their training sessions.
Social Media Manager
ZULWA Homes (National Youth Service Corps, NYSC)
Abuja, Nigeria
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Showed initiative and teamwork skills by supporting other team members with their tasks.
- Implemented test-and-learn approach for social media, documenting results and learnings to improve future strategies.
- Worked closely with digital marketing team to facilitate content creation and marketing delivery.
- Worked as part of a team in organizing event for IDPs.
Intern
Aikosi Festus & Co. Chartered Accountants
Benin, Nigeria
03.2015 - 05.2015
- Assembly of incomplete records, also checking accuracy of records
- Traveling on official assignment to carry out office duties for clients regarding tax
- Carried out a range of clerical duties such as; photocopying, scanning, printing, hence familiar with basic office equipment and processes.
- Filed physical and digital copies of important documents to maintain accurate and consistent records.
Education
Master of Arts - Digital Marketing
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, HampshireBachelor of Science - Accounting
Benson Idahosa University
Benin, NigeriaSkills
Client relationship managementMultitasking
Marketing and Advertising
Organizational Skills
Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
Certification
December 2022 : Niger Delta People’s Movement (In recognition of exemplary leadership, service to humanity and environmental protection/advocacy in the Niger-Delta region to Clean Warri Environmental Organization)
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Accountant/Administrative Officer
Ziko & Ziko International Company Limited
01.2022 - 02.2024
Accountant/Manager
Chrislayefa Global Services Limited
06.2020 - 12.2021
Secretary
Kafeda Global Services Ltd
01.2020 - 08.2020
Logistics Personnel
She Leads Africa
05.2018 - 10.2018
Social Media Manager
ZULWA Homes (National Youth Service Corps, NYSC)
08.2017 - 10.2017
Founding Member/Social Media Manager
Clean Warri
12.2016 - Current
Intern
Aikosi Festus & Co. Chartered Accountants
03.2015 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Digital Marketing
University of Portsmouth
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Benson Idahosa University