Emmanuel Oviri Ikogho (ACA)
Port Harcourt,Rivers state
Summary
The goal is to lead or work in teams set up to improve business operational processes, reduce waste in organizational resources and increase the possibility for profitability using relevant data and presenting it in a clear and concise format to stakeholders. The training as an Accountant and skills acquired over the years provides the foundation for the application of Accounting tools and techniques, Statistical models to business data for developing strategies that will aid the achievement of business goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Head, Banking Operations
Zikora Microfinance Bank
Port Harcourt, RIvers State
09.2021 - Current
- Income assurance analysis and presentation of weekly report using excel dash boards
- Process analysis and improvement for Customer service unit.
- Project analysis and implementation for international money collections business.
- Worked in teams of eight to design and implement strategic business Plans.
- Developed and managed new revenue lines across business verticals
- Spearheaded diaspora collections product development strategy, collaborating closely with products and engineering teams for successful initiative rollout.
- Recruited and hired talent for operations and service delivery and managed branch offices by mentoring and cross-training new leadership as part of succession planning.
- Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
Accounts and Administrative Officer
Al Asal Cash BDC
Port Harcourt, RI
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Achieved 70% fulfillment of bids for foreign exchange placed by customers
- Submitted regular returns to government agencies with infraction rate
- Developed monthly management reports showing financial position of business
- Took responsibility for implementing sales strategy.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Head of Finance
Snowview Support Services Limited
Port Harcourt, RIvers State
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Analyzed business options for 60% profitability target in projects before deploying resources.
- Aligned business strategy with budget and costing, overseeing and managing budgets.
- Deployed pivot tables for analyzing remittance payments to over 100 vendors and staff salaries from all projects.
- Developed and managed new initiatives for diversifying and growing existing businesses.
- Reconciled Bank Statements submitted monthly Tax returns and sent regular reports to management.
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Managed day-to-day operations within 5-person finance department for organization.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
Accountant
Assotel Nigeria Limited
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
12.2011 - 02.2017
- Drew business plan.
- Developed safe, cost-effective strategy for cash movement and got 70% savings with 0% casualty rate.
- Led team to design stock handling process to reduce wastage and saved investment in stocks by 10%.
- Led major strategic bids to expand business.
- Managed operational area.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy
- Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency
Customer Care Specialist
Polaris Bank Limited
Port harcourt
04.2006 - 11.2011
- Received cash deposits, payments and processed cheques for over branch clients daily
- Treated 20% of government collections and Vehicle registration month on month.
- Processed 30 customer account opening requests, issuance of 50 debit cards and customer complaints
- Managed client and customer relationships, utilizing account teams to ensure ongoing satisfaction and loyalty.
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with customers to identify needs and expectations.
- Took ownership of customers issues to follow problems through to resolution.
- Assessed and offered solutions to improve procedures and customer experiences.
- Provided customers with detailed information on company products, services and materials.
Education
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Accountancy
Auchi Polytechnic
Auchi,Edo State 05.2002 - 05.2003
National Diploma - Accountancy
Auchi Polytechnic
Auchi,Edo Stste 02.1998 - 02.2000
Skills
Oral Communication skill, Businessundefined
Certification
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
Timeline
Head, Banking Operations
Zikora Microfinance Bank
09.2021 - Current
Accounts and Administrative Officer
Al Asal Cash BDC
01.2019 - 08.2021
Head of Finance
Snowview Support Services Limited
03.2017 - 12.2018
Accountant
Assotel Nigeria Limited
12.2011 - 02.2017
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
11-2010
Customer Care Specialist
Polaris Bank Limited
04.2006 - 11.2011
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Accountancy
Auchi Polytechnic
05.2002 - 05.2003
National Diploma - Accountancy
Auchi Polytechnic
02.1998 - 02.2000
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