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ZAINAB BANIRE MOTUNRAYO

LAGOS,NIGERIA

Summary

A highly motivated and detail-oriented Accountant with a strong interest in marine shipping, logistics, and maritime safety. Skilled in applying financial expertise and analytical capabilities to promote financial accountability, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Committed to supporting the growth and sustainability of the maritime industry through effective financial management, strategic decision-making, and prudent resource utilization. Dedicated to contributing to safe, efficient, and compliant shipping operations while continuously expanding knowledge of maritime economics, logistics, and industry best practices.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

ACCOUNTANT 1 (FSSC UNIT) FINANCIAL STANDARD &STATUTORY COMPLIANCE

NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION & SAFETY AGENCY
02.2025 - Current
  • Preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with applicable accounting standards and statutory requirements.
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant financial reporting standards, government regulations, and Agency financial policies.
  • Monitoring and implementing updates to accounting standards and regulatory requirements affecting the Agency's financial operations.
  • Coordinating the preparation and submission of statutory financial reports to relevant regulatory and oversight bodies.
  • Reviewing accounting records and financial transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards.
  • Assisting in the preparation of annual financial statements and supporting schedules for audit purposes.
  • Liaising with internal and external auditors during audit exercises and ensuring timely resolution of audit queries.
  • Monitoring tax compliance obligations and ensuring timely remittance and filing of statutory deductions and taxes.
  • Maintaining proper documentation and records to support financial reporting and statutory compliance activities.
  • Conducting periodic compliance reviews and reconciliations to identify and address reporting discrepancies.
  • Providing guidance to departments on financial reporting requirements and compliance matters.
  • Ensuring adherence to International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and other applicable government accounting frameworks.
  • Preparing management reports on compliance status, financial reporting issues, and regulatory developments.
  • Supporting the implementation of internal control measures to strengthen financial governance and accountability.
  • Performing any other duties assigned by the Head of Department in furtherance of the Agency's financial reporting and compliance objectives.

ACCOUNTANT 1 (BILLING CONTROL UNIT)

NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION & SAFETY AGENCY
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Preparation, processing, and monitoring of invoices, bills, and payment schedules for services rendered by the agency.
  • Verification of billing records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with approved rates, policies, and procedures.
  • Monitoring and reconciliation of customer accounts, outstanding invoices, and receivables to ensure prompt collection and settlement.
  • Maintaining accurate billing records and supporting documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
  • Preparation of periodic reports on billing activities, revenue generation, outstanding debts, and collection performance.
  • Liaising with relevant departments, clients, and stakeholders to resolve billing discrepancies and related issues.
  • Ensuring timely posting and updating of billing transactions in the agency's accounting system.
  • Monitoring revenue collections and ensuring that all receipts are properly accounted for and reconciled.
  • Assisting in budget preparation, revenue forecasting, and financial analysis relating to billing operations.
  • Ensuring compliance with the agency's financial regulations, internal control procedures, and statutory requirements.
  • Supporting audit exercises by providing necessary billing records, schedules, and explanations as required.
  • Performing any other duties assigned by the head of department in furtherance of the agency's objectives.

ACCOUNTANT 1 (ADVANCES UNIT)

NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION & SAFETY AGENCY
12.2021 - 06.2023
  • Preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in line with organizational requirements and reporting timelines.
  • Capturing and maintaining records of all departmental monthly expenditure limits to ensure effective budget monitoring and control.
  • Monitoring departmental indebtedness, ious, and outstanding obligations to ensure timely settlement and compliance with financial regulations.
  • Updating and maintaining accurate records of staff loans within the agency to facilitate effective loan management and reporting.
  • Ensuring that all ious and imprest are duly retired within the approved timeframe and in accordance with established financial procedures.
  • Processing and journalising all imprest and iou transactions to ensure accurate financial records and accountability.
  • Capturing all journalised imprest and iou transactions into the sage x3 system to ensure proper documentation, reporting, and financial control.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

THEMARINE SOLUTIONS
01.2018 - 10.2021
  • Steady looking out on advert/publications for contracts
  • Constant usage of “Remita” or any required payment website to make tender payments
  • Master in arranging tender documents by helping the team to acquire the necessary requirements for the bidding package such as the CAC, Company's Tax Clearance, Pension Certificate, NSITF, Affidavit etc.
  • Understanding what its takes to be pre-qualified on a contract
  • Following up on every milestones payment till all contract sum is been paid
  • Identify key staffs in client companies to cultivate profitable relationships
  • Aim to preserve customers and renew contracts
  • Approach potentials customers to establish relationships
  • Building up relationship on new clients while maintaining great relationship with the existing clients
  • Resolving of customers complaints quickly and effectively
  • Understand customers needs and develop plans to address them
  • Adequate knowledge of competitors

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

THAMES HUDSON CONSULTING & CONTRACTING LIMITED
LEKKI PHASE 1, NIGERIA
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Acting as a point of contact between the manager and internal/external clients
  • Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
  • Managing diary and schedule meetings and appointments
  • Making travel arrangements
  • Source for all office supplies
  • Producing reports, presentations and briefs
  • Devising and maintaining office filing system
  • Worked with my Project Manager to coordinate and complete special projects for M & E Kaiser Program Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
  • Managed administrative functions, including complex calendar management with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

THAMES HUDSON CONSULTING & CONTRACTING LIMITED
LEKKI PHASE 1, NIGERIA
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Assists office staff in maintaining files and databases
  • Prepares reports, presentations, memorandums, proposals and correspondence
  • Monitoring office operations
  • Schedules appointments and meetings for executives and upper level staffs
  • Tracking all office supply inventory and approves supply orders
  • Supervises all administrative personnel

ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER

DATTOSE INVESTMENT LIMITED
SURULERE, NIGERIA
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Consistently met and exceeded sales and operational targets through effective team leadership, employee engagement, and strategic planning.
  • Supported staff in delivering exceptional customer service by implementing proactive monitoring, coaching, and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Conducted market research and analyzed consumer trends to identify seasonal demand patterns and support inventory planning.
  • Assisted in workforce planning, staff scheduling, and task delegation to ensure adequate coverage and efficient service delivery.
  • Monitored stock levels, coordinated inventory replenishment, and maintained accurate inventory records to minimize stock shortages and losses.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and health and safety standards.
  • Prepared periodic sales and inventory reports to support management decision-making and business performance evaluation.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

DATTOSE INVESTMENT LIMITED
SURULERE, NIGERIA
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Oversaw the activities of the Procurement Department, ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement operations.
  • Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance transparency, accountability, and compliance.
  • Managed the procurement of goods and services required for the company's operations, ensuring value for money and timely delivery.
  • Raised and processed Purchase Orders (POs) to suppliers to maintain an efficient supply chain and optimize procurement costs.
  • Maintained procurement processes that supported the acquisition and delivery of quality materials and services in line with company standards.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers to ensure reliable service delivery and favourable terms.
  • Monitored supplier performance and negotiated contracts to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
  • Received and responded to requests from store managers and facility management personnel, creating work orders and purchase orders for the replacement of faulty, damaged, or unsafe equipment and facilities.
  • Coordinated with relevant departments to ensure procurement activities aligned with operational requirements and organizational objectives.
  • Prepared procurement reports and maintained accurate records of purchasing activities, contracts, and supplier transactions.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

GENUINEBIZ CONCEPT NIGERIA LIMITED
APAPA, NIGERIA
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Setup meetings for different company for the approval of contract
  • Creating an avenue to maintain high standard services in order to satisfy the clients
  • Executing of strategies that will help the business
  • Sending of e-mails and calling of clients
  • Creating a positive avenue that is suitable for all kinds of business
  • Marketing the company's services by convincing them on our services
  • Bringing up new ideas to improve our customer's services
  • Developed and implemented favourable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.
  • Devised effective marketing, sales and other promotional initiatives.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

IGINLA BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
APAPA, NIGERIA
04.2008 - 05.2009
  • Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
  • Monitored employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Planned team-building exercises to increase employee performance and job satisfaction.
  • Assisted Manager in interview process of prospective employees and provided feedback.
  • Handled customer service by dealing with complaints, organizing stock and answering customer questions.

Education

IPMP - INTERNATIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
CROSS RIVER STATE
02.2015 - 08.2015

HSE LEVEL 1 - HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SAFETY ORGANIZATION
UNITED KINGDOM
02.2015 - 05.2015

HSE LEVEL 2 - RISK ASSESSMENT PRACTICAL APPLICATION

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SAFETY ORGANIZATION
UNITED KINGDOM
02.2015 - 05.2015

HSE LEVEL 3 - Environmental AWARENESS

BRITISH International SAFETY Organization
UNITED KINGDOM
02.2015 - 05.2015

AWARD oF BASIC FIRST AID TRAINING - BASIC FIRST AID/CPR

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
CROSS RIVER STATE
03.2015 - 04.2015

FIRE SAFETY - undefined

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
CROSS RIVER STATE
02.2015 - 06.2015

RISK ASSESSMENT - Understanding RISK ASSESSMENT

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
CROSS RIVER STATE
02.2015 - 05.2015

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BANKING AND FINANCE

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
ENUGU STATE
01.2010 - 01.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

FIRST FOUNDATION COLLEGE
AJEGUNLE APAPA LAGOS
01.2004 - 01.2009

DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER OPERATION - COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEM

ALFA COMPUTER COLLEGE
APAPA LAGOS, NIGERIA
01.2007 - 01.2008

Skills

  • Great skills in customer relationship management (CRM) practices
  • Aptitude for fostering positive relationships
  • Excellence skills in teamwork/leadership skills
  • Great customer-oriented mindset
  • Highly energetic & organise
  • Good communication Skill
  • Social Media Optimization
  • Adequate skills in identifying/Solving problems
  • Understanding people's needs
  • Quick & Analytical mind
  • Works well under pressure
  • Excellence public speaking
  • Great skill in risk identification/risk management and risk reduction
  • Highly organize and flexible
  • Great ability to multitask and meet up deadlines
  • Microsoft Office, outlook, Kpi etc

Certification

National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) Certificate 2015

LANGUAGE

English and My Native Language (Yoruba)

INTEREST

Research, Marine Economy, Data Collection, Art, Fashion, Driving and Reading

Accomplishments

  • 1. Accelerated Client Payment Recovery and Project Delivery (2018)
  • Successfully expedited the release of outstanding milestone payments from a major marine client during a critical phase of a vessel project.
  • Negotiated and coordinated with relevant stakeholders to secure payment within 2 weeks, significantly reducing the standard processing period of 6–7 weeks.
  • Ensured timely availability of project funds, enabling the organization to complete the vessel construction project within the contractual deadline despite initial delays.
  • Contributed directly to maintaining positive client relationships and preventing potential project disruptions caused by cash flow constraints.
  • 2. Strategic Business Development and Contract Acquisition
  • Identified a promising contract opportunity that was initially considered unattainable due to the organization's ongoing workload and project commitments.
  • Conducted comprehensive market and competitor research, including analysis of the client's budget, project timelines, and competitive landscape.
  • Developed and coordinated the submission of a compelling Expression of Interest (EOI), highlighting the organization's technical capabilities, experience, and successful project track record.
  • Successfully secured pre-qualification status, leading to the award of the contract and eventual project execution.
  • Demonstrated strong initiative, strategic thinking, business development skills, and commitment to organizational growth by driving the opportunity from identification through contract award.
  • Achievement Summary
  • Reduced a critical client payment cycle from 6–7 weeks to 2 weeks, ensuring successful project completion and improved cash flow.
  • Led research and proposal efforts that resulted in the successful acquisition of a major contract opportunity.
  • Demonstrated excellence in stakeholder management, negotiation, strategic planning, business development, and project execution.

Timeline

ACCOUNTANT 1 (FSSC UNIT) FINANCIAL STANDARD &STATUTORY COMPLIANCE

NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION & SAFETY AGENCY
02.2025 - Current

ACCOUNTANT 1 (BILLING CONTROL UNIT)

NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION & SAFETY AGENCY
06.2023 - 01.2025

ACCOUNTANT 1 (ADVANCES UNIT)

NIGERIAN MARITIME ADMINISTRATION & SAFETY AGENCY
12.2021 - 06.2023

RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

THEMARINE SOLUTIONS
01.2018 - 10.2021

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

THAMES HUDSON CONSULTING & CONTRACTING LIMITED
01.2017 - 01.2021

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

THAMES HUDSON CONSULTING & CONTRACTING LIMITED
01.2017 - 01.2020

ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER

DATTOSE INVESTMENT LIMITED
01.2016 - 01.2017

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

DATTOSE INVESTMENT LIMITED
01.2016 - 01.2017

AWARD oF BASIC FIRST AID TRAINING - BASIC FIRST AID/CPR

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
03.2015 - 04.2015

IPMP - INTERNATIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
02.2015 - 08.2015

HSE LEVEL 1 - HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SAFETY ORGANIZATION
02.2015 - 05.2015

HSE LEVEL 2 - RISK ASSESSMENT PRACTICAL APPLICATION

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SAFETY ORGANIZATION
02.2015 - 05.2015

HSE LEVEL 3 - Environmental AWARENESS

BRITISH International SAFETY Organization
02.2015 - 05.2015

FIRE SAFETY - undefined

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
02.2015 - 06.2015

RISK ASSESSMENT - Understanding RISK ASSESSMENT

NOVELLE CENTER NIGERIA
02.2015 - 05.2015

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

GENUINEBIZ CONCEPT NIGERIA LIMITED
01.2013 - 01.2014

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BANKING AND FINANCE

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
01.2010 - 01.2013

ASSISTANT MANAGER

IGINLA BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
04.2008 - 05.2009

DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER OPERATION - COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEM

ALFA COMPUTER COLLEGE
01.2007 - 01.2008

High School Diploma - undefined

FIRST FOUNDATION COLLEGE
01.2004 - 01.2009
ZAINAB BANIRE MOTUNRAYO