OBONGIFREKE AKPAN
PORT HARCOURT,NIGERIA
Summary
Offering strong foundation in financial principles and adept at managing accounts. Knowledgeable about budgeting, data analysis, and maintaining financial records. Ready to use and develop skills in communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail in any accounting role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Accounts officer
RELIABLE FARM AND AGROBASE INDUSTRIES
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
2024.07 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable to maintain steady cash flow.
- Resolved discrepancies in accounts, ensured accurate financial records.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations of bank accounts for accuracy purposes.
- Balanced company ledgers to ensure accurate financial records., improved overall fiscal health.
- Assisted with annual audits, contributing to accurate financial reporting.
- Prepared monthly reports, account reconciliations and financial statements.
- Created detailed financial reports by analysing accounting data.
- Generated regular budget forecasts for strategic planning purposes.
- Collaborated with finance team for quarterly budget analysis, supporting informed financial decisions.
- Streamlined the invoice process, eliminated late payment issues.
- Achieved a streamlined invoicing system with meticulous record-keeping.
- Maintained confidentiality of financial data, ensuring compliance with ethical standards.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reduced unnecessary expenditure.
- Improved cost-efficiency by implementing new accounting software.
- Facilitated smooth payroll processing through diligent record maintenance.
- Monitored daily transactions to detect and resolve any irregularities swiftly.
- Reviewed and managed statutory accounts and corporation tax returns.
- Identified customer needs and developed tailored solutions to meet demands.
- Collaborated with business development and marketing teams to highlight new revenue streams.
- Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods.
- Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods.
Accountant
ELYXVILLE HOTEL
Lekki, NIGERIA
2023.01 - 2024.06
- Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
- Generated accurate financial reports using advanced software tools.
- Managed financial reporting processes resulting in enhanced transparency.
- Conducted financial audits for improved internal controls.
- Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data.
- Optimised financial performance by monitoring key indicators.
- Enhanced profitability by managing cost control measures.
- Achieved streamlined operations by implementing efficient accounting systems.
- Improved cash flow through meticulous accounts receivable management.
- Ensured timely invoice payments with diligent follow-ups.
- Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Performed thorough expenditure tracking, preventing overspending.
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
- Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
- Devised strategies for risk management, minimising potential losses.
- Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
- Assisted with strategic planning efforts leading to sustained growth.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Led tax compliance initiatives to ensure regulatory alignment.
Accounts assistant
CRETOFIT NIGERIA LIMITED
Lekki, NIGERIA
2020.11 - 2022.12
- Enhanced financial efficiency by streamlining invoice processing.
- Liaised with clients regarding overdue payments, facilitated swift resolution of issues.
- Monitored account activity, detected discrepancies promptly.
- Coordinated with various departments regarding invoicing matters, resolved queries efficiently.
- Assisted in monthly closings, ensured timely completion of tasks.
- Entered financial information into corporate database for easy access and retrieval.
- Streamlined office procedures to enhance productivity levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING
CROSS RIVER STATE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Calabar, Cross River State 2016.11 - 2019.10
Skills
- Bookkeeping
- Invoice processing
- Accounts payable reconciliation
- Ledger management
- Payroll processing
- Cash flow management
- Stock control monitoring
- Profitability analysis
- Microsoft excel expertise
- Quickbooks
- Sage software knowledge
- Account management
- Account reconciliation
- Payment collection
- Complaint resolution
- Staff training
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
ANNANG
Native
Affiliations
- AGRICULTURE
- FOOTBALL
- READING
- SINGING HYMNS
- EDUCATING AND COACHING
Accomplishments
SPECIAL AWAD FROM NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORP.
OUTSTANDING AWARD FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE FROM CHURCH.
BEST STAFF AWARD
Certification
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE CERTIFICATE FROM SCHOOL
DATA ANALYTICS CERTIFICATION
HUMAN RESOURCE TRAINING CERTIFICATION
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounts officer
RELIABLE FARM AND AGROBASE INDUSTRIES
2024.07 - Current
Accountant
ELYXVILLE HOTEL
2023.01 - 2024.06
Accounts assistant
CRETOFIT NIGERIA LIMITED
2020.11 - 2022.12
Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING
CROSS RIVER STATE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
2016.11 - 2019.10