LONGSEN LAWRENCE KEREKKUM
Accountant
JOS,Plateau State
Summary
My believe is in giving my very best with determination, personal sacrifice and efforts in contributing to the attainment of set objectives with a strong zeal to be a team player. I am an
enthusiastic accountant with high skills and knowledge for problem resolving with impressive track record in collaborative, cross-functional teamwork within high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certification
Work History
BURSAR
PLATEAU STATE UNIVERSITY BOKKOS
BOKKOS, BOKKOS
12.2016 - Current
- I superintend the activities of the bursary department.
- Advice the Vice Chancellor, management and Council of the university on all financial issues.
- Coordinate all financial activities of the university and ensure financial data and information to help in decision making.
- Supervise all staff in the various Units of the Bursary department.
- Oversaw bank reconciliations and managed short-term working capital, including credit control.
- Ensure Compliance to all statutory taxes and other obligations.
- Assessed financial performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
- Navigated complex financial landscapes, providing expert guidance on risk mitigation strategies.
- Upheld governance standards by monitoring control environment to mitigate risks.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Assist Management and Council on all Investment decision.
FINANCE MANAGER
SILVERBIRD COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED
BENIN CITY , EDO STATE
09.2008 - 03.2016
- Represented business in negotiations with external partners.
- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
- Created and presented accurate, detailed financial forecasts.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cashflow and balance sheets.
- Delivered regular management report
- Monitored and reviewed financial controls, processes and procedures to enable best practice development.
- Analysed financial performance to implement key improvement strategies.
- Designed controls to enhance Business Intelligence and KPI reporting.
Education
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION - COMPARATIVE TAX POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION
HARVARD KENEDY SCHOOL
BOSTON UNITED STATE 08.2021 - 09.2021
Doctor of Philosophy - Accounting and Finance
UNIVERSITY OF JOS
Jos, Plateau State 01.2019 -
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION - PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN A CHANGING WORLD
HARVARD KENEDY SCHOOL
BOSTON UNITED STATE 01.2015 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI
Maiduguri, Borno State 01.2000 - 03.2006
Senior School Certificate Examination - SSCE/GCE
WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL
Jos, Plateau State 01.1999 - 08.2000
FSLC - PRIMARY
T/ROMAN CATHOLIC MISSION PRIMARY SCHOOL
SHENDAM PLATEAU STATE 01.1981 - 12.1987
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Jos
Jos 03.2011 - 03.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Advanced bookkeeping skills
- Sage 50cloud
- Account reconciliation specialist
- Tax accounting specialization
- Tax return filing
- Risk management
- Excel proficiency
- IFRS proficiency
- Team building
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Doctor Of Philosophy In Accounting And Finance (PhD) – In View
- Certificate Of Completion For Comparative Tax Policy And Administration, Harvard University – August 2021
- Institute Of Chartered Accountants Of Nigeria (ICAN), ACA - 2020
- Certificate Of Completion For The Public Financial Management In A Changing World, Harvard University – January 2015
- Association Of National Accountants Of Nigeria (ANAN), CNA - 2018
- Master Of Science, Accounting And Finance (M.Sc.)– March 2013
- Institute Of Certified Public Accountants Of Nigeria (ICPAN), CPA - 2013
- Bachelor Of Science, Accountancy (B.Sc.)– March 2006
- Certificate In Computer Appreciation. – 2005
- National Diploma Financial Studies (ND) – May 2000
- Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) – 1999/2000
- First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) – 1987
REFEREES
- Mr. Yakubu Ayuba
Registrar,
Plateau State University
Bokkos
+2348037030905
- Mr. Anthony Akuche Iheanacho
Bussiness Manager,
Silverbird Communications Ltd.
Jos.
+2348033282957
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION - COMPARATIVE TAX POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION
HARVARD KENEDY SCHOOL
08.2021 - 09.2021
Doctor of Philosophy - Accounting and Finance
UNIVERSITY OF JOS
01.2019 -
BURSAR
PLATEAU STATE UNIVERSITY BOKKOS
12.2016 - Current
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION - PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN A CHANGING WORLD
HARVARD KENEDY SCHOOL
01.2015 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Jos
03.2011 - 03.2013
FINANCE MANAGER
SILVERBIRD COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED
09.2008 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI
01.2000 - 03.2006
Senior School Certificate Examination - SSCE/GCE
WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL
01.1999 - 08.2000
FSLC - PRIMARY
T/ROMAN CATHOLIC MISSION PRIMARY SCHOOL
01.1981 - 12.1987
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