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YVONNE ORAKWELU

Lagos

Summary

Experienced Account Officer with 13+ years of comprehensive expertise in financial management, reporting, and analysis. Proven track record of effectively overseeing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Possess a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, generating reports, managing accounts receivable/payables, reconciling financial statements and providing accurate financial forecasts to support management decision-making. Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities, with a keen eye for attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Seeking a challenging position to leverage my extensive experience and contribute to the success of an organizations financial objectives and drive business success.

Work History

Accountant

Bonitas Energy Solutions Limited
Port Harcourt
2017 - Current
  • Devise accurate income statement reports and financial statements for review by management for decision making.
  • Implemented and directed a new documented system for accounting policies to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
  • Support funds availability in collection of accounts receivables by managing company accounts worth $500,000.
  • Established a unique ERP system for financial operations that increased and improved efficiency of data entry by 60%.
  • Organise and direct the daily operations of the accounting department including accounts payable, accounts receivable in preparation of journal entries and account reconciliation.
  • Oversee and control month-end close activities, revenue recognition, expense accruals, bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Create and compute over 500 purchase orders and invoices monthly to eliminate mathematical errors in processing.
  • Expedite processing of payments for all contracts in a timely manner

Assistant Treasury Accountant

Schlumberger Nigeria Limited
Port Harcourt
2014 - 2016
  • Ensured 80% client retention with assets under management above $6,514
  • Handled monthly bank reconciliation and ensured 100% policy compliance in collaboration with team members.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash in bank and in hand, petty cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Improved cash management processes & performed cash forecasting duties
  • Processed foreign currency payments worth $200,000+ quarterly with accuracy
  • Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow by 20% and minimize liabilities by 10%

Junior Accountant

Schlumberger Nigeria Limited
Port Harcourt
2012 - 2014
  • Maintained detailed and accurate records of clients’ accounts for completeness and integrity of financial records.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by 70% by implementing a benefit strategy
  • Communicated with vendors, upper management and peers.
  • Accurately managed and submitted 200+ purchase orders and invoices monthly with 100% accuracy to ensure timely payments
  • Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes to reduce financial errors
  • Prepared & administered bank account payments to a total value of $200,000 monthly.
  • Processed payroll entries and reports for employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Covenant University
07.2010

Skills

  • ORACLE, QuickBooks, SQL, SAP Expertise
  • Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint ERP
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strong communication skills
  • Accounting Principles and practices (GAAP)
  • Adept problem-solving skills
  • Financial Reports
  • Project Management
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Effective Time Management
  • Bookkeeping Experience
  • Collaborative and kind team player
  • Problem-Solving
  • Impact- driven
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Cost Reduction Options
  • Auditing
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable
  • Multi-Task Management
  • Database Management
  • Excellent organizational skills

Work Availability

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Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Covenant University

Accountant

Bonitas Energy Solutions Limited
2017 - Current

Assistant Treasury Accountant

Schlumberger Nigeria Limited
2014 - 2016

Junior Accountant

Schlumberger Nigeria Limited
2012 - 2014
YVONNE ORAKWELU