Orji Emmanuel
Accountant
Lagos,LAGOS
Summary
I am an analytical and detail-oriented Accountant with over 9 years’ experience across Financial Services, Consulting and Oil & Gas sectors. I am adept at working in a fast-paced environment. An excellent communicator with a can-do approach to problem solving and resolution. Extremely meticulous with an eye for detail and positive outlook in often complex financial landscape.
I am a team player with persuasive communication skills, dedicated to motivating and improving the performance of colleagues and also building strong working relationships to create an enjoyable work environment, enhance efficiency and responsiveness.
My core competence includes:
•Skilled in Microsoft suites (Excel, PowerPoint, Access & Word). •Proficient with Sage 50 accounting software, XERO and Temenos-24. •Versed in International Financial Reporting Council (IFRS) and GAAPs.
•Budgeting and variance analysis skills • Financial analysis and modeling skills.
•Solid analytical and communication skills – both written and verbal •Polite, creative and resourceful with positive attitude towards learning, • Strong quantitative attitude and excellent level of attention to details • Good team player & interpersonal relationship
• Innovation & creative thinking
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Accountant and Financial Reporting Officer
Omiti Engineering FZE
Lekki, Lagos
01.2019 - Current
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Partnered with auditors on annual audits and realized compliance with governmental tax guidelines.
- Monitored hiring, training, performance and development of on-site accounting leaders.
- Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
- Participate in Collaboration with bank representatives to negotiate capital requirements.
- Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings and related schedules.
- Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare accurate forecasts.
- Wrote footnotes for various filing projects and annual reports.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Reviewed budgets, capital appropriations and operating budgets, and communicated findings to senior management.
- Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
Project Accountant
Omiti Engineering FZE
Lekki, Lagos
04.2017 - 09.2018
- Reviewed project employee credentials and approved or rejected account access as appropriate.
- Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
- Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into [Software financial management system.
- Approved project write-offs for items not available for billing to or collection from Clients.
- Conceived project accounts in company accounting system according to direction from Chief Finance Officer.
- Worked with bank finance and completion guarantors to achieve funding goals.
- Reviewed and approved timesheets for project employees.
- Set up and managed project accounting systems.
- Eliminated discrepancies by carefully reviewing budgets to prevent overspending and adhere to financial objectives.
- Provided timely actuals, forecast and budget data for IT and corporate management.
- Read, escalated and reported invoices for projects of varying size and complexity.
- Authorized and reviewed funds transfers into and out of project accounts.
- Assessed and forwarded project overhead estimates in accordance with budgets.
Internal Audit & Finance Officer
CITC Global Consulting Ltd
Ikeja , Lagos
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Facilitated internal audits and prepared detailed reports on findings.
- Developed high-level knowledge of client business goals, policies and procedures to establish foundation for targeted problem solutions.
- Gathered and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts.
- Recommended changes to management regarding financial operations.
- Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability and profitability of business operations.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Company Accountant
Goldfield Merchants Ltd
Abule-Egba, Lagos
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Conducted detailed technical and analytical review of federal/state corporate, partnership and S corporation tax returns, FAS 109 provisions, and quarterly estimates prepared by associates.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Identified audit risks, prepared budgets and coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using [Software] and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Suggested key budgetary changes to increase company profits.
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Worked with management at operations level to achieve expense plans.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
Account Reconciliation Officer
Keystone Bank Limited
Ikeja, Lagos
01.2009 - 08.2014
- Reviewed reconciliation, supports documents, and request for payment on cash advances and expense vouchers.
- Ensured appropriate VAT is maintained on accounts.
- Corrected accounting entries/postings in General Ledger.
- Reconciled and Resolved Unbalanced Differences in the General Ledger.
- Prepared End of Day (EOD)/ End of Month (EOM) Process Report and Consolidated Till position reports to Unit Head.
- Reconciled Daily Cheque Stock Register.
- Maintained and submitted Account Reconciliation Report.
- Validated and Reconciled Assigned Account Maintenance GL. Prepared Stock Control Ledger/ Stock Analysis Report.
- Maintained Customers’ Managers Cheque (MC) on the system
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure tasks were completed on time.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Assisted in preparing budget and business planning
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
Oxford Brookes University UK
United Kingdom 09.2012 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
ACCA, UK
United Kingdom 12.2009 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos Nigeria 02.2005 - 11.2007
Skills
Financial reporting and analysis
Timeline
Senior Accountant and Financial Reporting Officer
Omiti Engineering FZE
01.2019 - Current
Project Accountant
Omiti Engineering FZE
04.2017 - 09.2018
Internal Audit & Finance Officer
CITC Global Consulting Ltd
08.2015 - 07.2017
Company Accountant
Goldfield Merchants Ltd
09.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
Oxford Brookes University UK
09.2012 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
ACCA, UK
12.2009 - 08.2012
Account Reconciliation Officer
Keystone Bank Limited
01.2009 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Yaba College of Technology
02.2005 - 11.2007
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