Professional financial specialist with robust experience in managing accounts and financial records. Demonstrates strong ability to collaborate within teams and adapt to changing business needs while consistently achieving results. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and reconciliation. Known for reliability, efficiency, and strategic problem-solving in financial operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DC Associate
CarQuest Canada Limited
05.2024 - Current
Receive work assignments daily from the stocking supervisor regarding what lines need to be stocked and in what area
Stock new merchandise, palletize and label overstock so that it may be handled properly
Check shipments for accuracy and report the results
Prepare the assigned zone to begin pulling each day
Tag all completed orders to ensure that the tote goes to the proper location
Utilizing RF scanner, pull orders quickly and accurately as assigned and record the time it takes to pull orders
Bookkeeper
Wakanow.Com Limited
08.2022 - 03.2024
Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company's financial position.
Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
Bookkeeping Assistant
ISN Medical Products Limited
10.2020 - 07.2022
Managed invoices, payments and deposits, maintaining accurate expenditure records.
Supported month-end closing activities, such as reconciling bank statements and adjusting journal entries, for accurate financial reporting purposes.
Organized digital filing systems for easy retrieval of historical financial documents during audits or annual reviews.
Ensured accurate recording of financial transactions by meticulously entering data into accounting systems.
Processed employee and contractor expense reimbursements quickly.
Validated and recorded invoices and resolved discrepancies with vendors.
Reduced errors in financial records by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies.
Enhanced company reputation as a reliable business partner through consistent delivery of superior customer service during collections activities.
Simplified account reconciliations, promptly resolving discrepancies and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
Expedited dispute resolution with a proactive approach in addressing customer concerns related to billing errors or other issues affecting payment timelines.
Ensured timely payments, closely tracking invoices and following up on past due accounts.
Reduced overdue accounts by implementing efficient invoicing and follow-up procedures.
Prevented revenue losses by routinely verifying receipt accuracy before issuing invoices to customers.
Analyzed aging reports to identify trends and prioritize collection efforts.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Nascon Allied Industries Plc (Dangote Salt)
08.2018 - 09.2020
Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
Responded promptly to vendor inquiries, fostering positive relationships with external partners.
Enhanced financial accuracy with thorough verification of invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
Collaborated with purchasing department to resolve discrepancies, improving communication between departments.
Managed expense report processing, verifying receipts for accuracy and compliance with company policies before reimbursement.
Assisted in month-end closing procedures, contributing to accurate financial reporting for stakeholders.
Reduced payment errors by maintaining accurate vendor records and reconciling accounts regularly.
Ensured timely approval of invoices by monitoring outstanding items and following up with approvers as needed.
Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in 98% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
Input financial data and produced reports using QuickBook.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Nascon Allied Industries Plc (Dangote Salt)
05.2018 - 07.2018
Resolution and regularization of customers account balances.
Analysis of customers account to determine credit limits and credit terms.
Keeping track of customer outstanding and follow up to recover debt.
Analyze the trade receivables and general ledger for completeness and accuracy.
Handling customers compliant and question.
Investigation and reconciliation of account receivable balances before sharing with customer and for full cycle accounting report.
Collaboration with management on how to recover debts from defaulted customers.
Give advice on the behavioral pattern of purchase by customer
Education
M.Sc. - Accounting
University of Lagos
01.2021
B.Sc. - Accounting
University of Lagos
01.2014
Skills
Customer service
Time management
Attention to detail
Computer skills
Leadership qualities
Workplace safety
Flexible schedule
MS office
Accomplishments
Efficient use of Microsoft Excel functions such as Pivot Table, Xlookup, Vlookup, Sumifs and many more in my day to day tasks.
Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Achieved timely aged report with the use of Accounting Software such as QuickBooks, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage and SAP
Certification
Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), 01/01/20
Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), 01/01/18
Advance Excel, 01/01/18
Total Quality Management, 01/01/17
Introduction to Project Management, 01/01/16
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
DC Associate
CarQuest Canada Limited
05.2024 - Current
Bookkeeper
Wakanow.Com Limited
08.2022 - 03.2024
Bookkeeping Assistant
ISN Medical Products Limited
10.2020 - 07.2022
Accounts Payable Assistant
Nascon Allied Industries Plc (Dangote Salt)
08.2018 - 09.2020
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Nascon Allied Industries Plc (Dangote Salt)
05.2018 - 07.2018
B.Sc. - Accounting
University of Lagos
M.Sc. - Accounting
University of Lagos
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