Shakirat Owoade
St. Catharines,Canada
Summary
Seasoned professional with a significant background in accounting functions for multiple industries. I am PMP certified and bring several years of relevant experience and superior work ethic focused on maximizing productivity and maintaining financial compliance. Proficient in tracking expenses, preparing reports and maintaining records. I am a collaborative team player, known for taking initiatives, operating on demanding schedules and maintaining financial controls with little oversight.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
IconicPromax Inc.
St. Catharines, Ontario
08.2023 - Current
- Managed the entire accounts payable cycle for a high-volume desk, ensuring the invoice is accurate and coded accurately.
- Collaborated with project managers to verify costs and maintain budget adherence.
- Created a comprehensive digital tracking system that reduced invoice approval time by 25%.
- Maintained positive vendor relationships to ensure timely payments and swift resolution of inquiries.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
- Answered inquiries from internal departments regarding accounts payable status.
Customer & Inventory Associate
7-Eleven
St. Catharines, Canada
07.2022 - Current
- Responsible for ensuring smooth running of daily sales transactions.
- Reconciled cash and card payments with 98% accuracy
- Assisted in inventory control, stock replenishment, and vendor coordination to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained exceptional service quality while multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Accountant & Project Manager
Adigcon Builders Ltd.
01.2018 - 07.2022
- Managed financial oversight for multiple large-scale construction projects exceeding $15 million annually.
- Established and maintained project accounts in the accounting system, providing a crucial link between the field operations and the finance team.
- Led a team of five associates to enhance invoice processing speed by 20%, while maintaining accuracy.
- Collaborated with project managers to deliver clear, timely financial reports for informed decision-making.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations in all transactions.
- Trained junior staff on accounting software and best practices.
Project Accountant
Adigcon Builders Ltd.
01.2010 - 06.2017
- Managed financial particulars for a network of over 50 vendors and subcontractors.
- Reviewed invoices and processed payments to vendors promptly.
- Designed a three-step verification process to eliminate duplicate payments, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Provided month-end closing support and ensured financial records are impeccable for audit preparation.
Skills
- Project account setup
- Cost tracking
- Budget analysis
- Financial closeout
- Invoice processing
- Vendor management
- Subcontractor payments
- Purchase order matching
- QuickBooks and SAP ERP
- Sage and ProCore
- Microsoft Excel and Office
- Account reconciliation
- Month-end closing
- Audit preparation
- Process improvement
- Communication skills
- Collaboration techniques
- Problem-solving strategies
- Teamwork dynamics
- Attention to detail
Education And Certifications
- Postgraduate Certificate, Supply Chain Management, Niagara College, Canada, 2023
- Postgraduate Certificate, International Business Management, Niagara College, Canada, 2022
- BSc. Ed., Accounting, Olabisi Onabanjo University
- Certificate, Accounting, St. Andrew’s College
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
- Year-End-Procedure, Inventory Accounting, Issue Material & Shipping (Certified), Oct 2023
- Canadian Advanced Manufacturing Leadership Training Program, Dec 2024
(Includes Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing, and ISO 9001)
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
IconicPromax Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Customer & Inventory Associate
7-Eleven
07.2022 - Current
Accountant & Project Manager
Adigcon Builders Ltd.
01.2018 - 07.2022
Project Accountant
Adigcon Builders Ltd.
01.2010 - 06.2017