SOLOMON GYANG
Senior Account Officer
Abuja
Summary
Highly analytical accounting specialist, skilled at achieving results in a fast paced environment. Excels in reducing time and cost requirements for goods and services. Successful at developing productive relationships with vendors, clients, and colleagues.
Diligent accounting professional with superior account reconciliation skill and passion for continuous improvement. Bringing 7(seven) years of excellent performance in Accounting officer roles and commendation for providing consistent empowering leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Officer
General and Health Logistics International Limited
02.2017 - Current
- Designed a system for scheduling online payments to staff and vendors.
- Effectively
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
- Developed strong relationships with external partners such as banks and vendors to facilitate smooth transaction processing on behalf of the company.
- Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing comprehensive journal entries and adjusting balances as necessary.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information, ensuring the protection of company assets and maintaining a high level of professional integrity.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial statements through meticulous data entry and record-keeping practices.
- Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
- Managed tax preparation efforts, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while minimizing liability exposure.
Fleet Assistant
General and Health Logistics International Limited
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for vehicle purchases, leases, and maintenance services to maximize ROI.
- Optimized fleet operations by implementing effective maintenance schedules and monitoring systems.
- Successfully managed unexpected challenges such as accidents or sudden changes in weather conditions by closely monitoring vehicles'' locations through GPS tracking systems and providing timely assistance.
- Implemented a preventive maintenance program that resulted in decreased equipment breakdowns and increased availability rates across the fleet.
- Developed customized driver training programs aimed at improving driving skills, safety awareness, and fuel-efficiency practices among employees.
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle specifications, registrations, insurance policies, and service histories.
Independent Technician (Electrical Works)
Sole Engineer
01.2009 - 06.2014
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
- Achieved significant energy savings by installing and maintaining energy-efficient systems.
Further Mathematics Instructor (NYSC)
Immaculate Conception Secondary School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Taught students how to set up and solve [Type] math problems.
- Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for [Type] math course.
- Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Held office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course curriculum.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
Abuja 04.2001 -
Computer Systems
Compusoft Institute of Information Systems
Bauchi 04.2001 -
Higher National Diploma - Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication/Electronics option)
Plateau State Polytechnic
Plateau State01.2012
Skills
Numeracy and analytical thinking
Team player
verbal communication
Problem solving
Document management
Attention to details
Report writing
Negotiation
Client and vendor Relations
Active listening
Microsoft Office Suite
Sage 50 and Sage 300 accounting software
Timeline
Account Officer
General and Health Logistics International Limited
02.2017 - Current
Fleet Assistant
General and Health Logistics International Limited
04.2016 - 02.2017
Further Mathematics Instructor (NYSC)
Immaculate Conception Secondary School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Independent Technician (Electrical Works)
Sole Engineer
01.2009 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
04.2001 -
Computer Systems
Compusoft Institute of Information Systems
04.2001 -
Higher National Diploma - Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication/Electronics option)
Plateau State Polytechnic