Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Professionalobjectives
Honoursandawards
Research
Fieldtrip
Community Service
References
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Maureen Ohwaga

Ajah

Summary

I aim to leverage my diverse educational background and professional experience in import documentation, customer service, and business ownership to establish myself as a skilled bookkeeper. I aim to apply my robust analytical and organizational skills to ensure precise financial record-keeping, uphold regulatory compliance, and offer valuable insights to facilitate business decision-making. With a strong passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail, I am committed to delivering dependable bookkeeping services that foster the growth and prosperity of organizations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Import Documentation Officer (Customer Service)

Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
01.2017 - Current
  • Prints original bills of ladings, Sends notice of the arrival of vessels to all parties concerned, Applies manifest correctors (EMC) as received from the port of load, Notification of overstayed containers in the port to the concerned customer, Links customer code to each bill of lading on all vessels, Application of destination free time as approved by port of load, Attends to all customers' queries either t the counter or via email, Sends notifications to customers to remind them of removing IMO/DG stickers, Takes up ad hoc assignments as directed

Customer Service Support (Export)

Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Sent draft bills of lading to all customers for confirmation on all vessels, Sent invoices to all customers on all shipments, Issued tellers to customers for payment and follow up with the finance department to issue receipts, Updated finance department with a vessel sailing intimation/no of bills of lading on all vessels, Confirmed PCHS storage invoice payment to the finance department, Printed Original Bill of Lading/TELEX, Sent telex release to the port of discharge, Checked and followed up on the list of unpaid export invoices, Attended to customers by mail and phone, Preparation of a list of fumigation charges on export shipments for agro produce

Import & Export Documentation Officer

Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Daily Export Documentation and Sales services, Preparation of Booking for release of Empty containers to customers, Ensure the correctness of the Load list to the concerned parties, Submission of Custom documents to the terminal, Daily Booking report for MSC Geneva and MSC Nigeria, Sending vessel schedules to customers, Printing Export Debit Notes and Bills of Lading, Stowage planning

Accounts Officer

Church Gate Group
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Paying Bills/Raising payment Cheques, Preparation of Monthly Reconciliation S, Preparation of Monthly Credit Approval Form (CAF), Payment of WHT, VAT, and PAYE to relevant Tax Authorities, Preparation of Monthly Payroll, Remittance of Staff monthly Pension to Pension Office, Lodgment of Cheques and Cash to the Company’s Bank A/Cs, Making transfer payments through RTGS & NEFT, Raising of Journals and maintenance of Impress, Booking of Local suppliers' Invoices, Posting and reconciliation of Staff float Account, Processing of Suppliers' invoices

Accounts Officer

International Tennis Academy
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Paying Bills/Raising payment Cheques, Preparation of Monthly Reconciliation Statement, Preparation of Monthly Credit Approval Form (CAF), Payment of WHT, VAT, and PAYE to relevant Tax Authorities, Preparation of Monthly Payroll, Remittance of Staff monthly Pension to Pension Office, Lodgment of Cheques and Cash to the Company’s Bank A/Cs, Making transfer payments through RTGS & NEFT, Raising of Journals and maintenance of Imprest, Booking of Local suppliers' Invoices, Posting and reconciliation of Staff float Account, Processing of Suppliers' invoices

Education

MSc Transportation and Planning Management -

University of Lagos
Nigeria
01.2018

BSc (ed.) Accountancy -

University of Benin
Nigeria
01.2006

Skills

  • Planning and coordination
  • Independent and meet deadlines
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and business acumen
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Urhobo
Advanced
C1
Youruba
Advanced
C1
Igbo
Advanced
C1

Professionalobjectives

To utilize my diverse educational background and professional experience in import documentation, customer service, and business ownership to establish myself as a proficient bookkeeper. I aim to apply my strong analytical and organizational skills to ensure accurate financial record-keeping, maintain compliance with regulations, and provide valuable insights to aid in effective decision-making for businesses. With a passion for numbers and attention to detail, I am dedicated to delivering reliable bookkeeping services that contribute to the growth and success of organizations.

Honoursandawards

  • Best Staff of the Month on Punctuality and Diligence, 2022, Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
  • Best Staff of the Month on Punctuality and Diligence, 2021, Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
  • Best Staff of the Month on Punctuality and Diligence, 2020, Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
  • Best Staff of the Month on Punctuality and Diligence, 2017, Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
  • Exceptional Customer Service, August 2017, Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
  • Best Teacher: Teaching Practice in Ezomo College Benin City, 2004
  • Best staff of the Month on Punctuality and Diligence

Research

  • MSc Research, 2018, Department of Geography, University of Lagos, Outlined the specific goals of the study by assessing the condition of road infrastructures and furniture, identifying similarities and differences between the two routes, and evaluating their impact on transportation efficiency and safety, Conducted literature review and identified the research gaps, Collected both primary and secondary data on the road infrastructures and furniture along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway and Ikorodu-Western Avenue to Apapa, Compared the road infrastructure conditions, types of furniture used, road safety features, traffic patterns, and any other relevant variables between the two routes, Analyzed the findings to determine the similarities, differences, strengths, and weaknesses of the road infrastructures and furniture along both routes, Evaluated their impact on traffic flow, safety, and user experience, Identified areas for improvement and potential solutions to address the identified issues, Wrote the thesis and presented my findings to faculty members
  • BSc Research, 2006, Department of Vocational and Technical Education, University of Benin, Explored various domains of Developmental Psychology, such as language acquisition, cognitive development, socio-emotional development, and the influence of cultural factors, Sought reputable sources in prominent theories, research methodologies, and previous findings, Conducted surveys, Employed reliable and age-appropriate assessment tools for qualitative insights for analysis, Wrote the thesis and submitted it for corrections

Fieldtrip

  • Mediterranean Shipping Company Staff Sheraton Hotel Ikeja, 2022, Team Bonding
  • Documentation Team Visit Lome Container Terminal, 2018
  • Mediterranean Shipping Company Staff Bonding Ellion House Ikoyi, 2016, Team Bonding
  • Customer Service Team Visit Tincan Terminal to review custom operations and Cabin Crews in the ship, 2014
  • Business Education(Accounting) final year students, 2006, Final year students to Makati Beach and Resorts in Abraka, Delta State

Community Service

  • Donor for monthly provision for widows in the church, 2014, Date, Church of Judah Evangelical Mission at No 18 Alhaji Davies Street, Orile Iganmu, Lagos, Nigeria
  • Secretary to the Estate Community Project Development, 2021, Date, Maryhill Estate, Ajah Lagos 2021 to date

References

To be made available upon request.

Timeline

Import Documentation Officer (Customer Service)

Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
01.2017 - Current

Customer Service Support (Export)

Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
01.2014 - 01.2017

Import & Export Documentation Officer

Mediterranean Shipping Company Nigeria Limited (MSC)
01.2011 - 01.2013

Accounts Officer

Church Gate Group
01.2010 - 01.2011

Accounts Officer

International Tennis Academy
01.2008 - 01.2010

MSc Transportation and Planning Management -

University of Lagos

BSc (ed.) Accountancy -

University of Benin
Maureen Ohwaga