ERNEST OPIA
Rosedale,Maryland
Summary
Resourceful Accounting professional with over fifteen years of account and audit preparation and reporting experience.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Skilled Accounting Assistant skilled in data processing and analysis with strong attention to detail and methodical approach. Versed in accounting software, spreadsheet tracking, and GAAP.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Rehoboth Staffing Services
Randallstown, Maryland
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Assistant Chief Accountant
Nigerian Export Promotion Council
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
Project Accountant
Nigerian Export Promotion Council
12.2011 - 01.2021
- World Trade Organization/Standard and Trade Development Facility Project 172; Capacity building on Sesame Seeds and Sheanut/Butter through Improved Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS)
- Assessed and forwarded project overhead estimates in accordance with budgets.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
Internal Auditor
NIgerian Export Promotion Council
01.2007 - 04.2011
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Auditing
Nasarawa State University
Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria11.2021
No Degree - Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Accounting
Association of National Accountant of Nigeria (ANAN)
Kwall-Near Jos, Nigeria.08.2015
Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Accounting - undefined
Association of National Accountant of Nigeria (ANAN)
01.2015
B. Sc. Accounting - undefined
University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
01.2012
National Diploma in Accountancy - undefined
Institute of Management and Technology Enugu, Nigeria
01.2002
Skills
- Daily Reporting
- General Ledger Entries
- Regulations and compliance
- Accounting Principles
- Internal Controls
- Account Reconciliation
- Financial Management
- Financial Data Analysis
- Accounts Payable
Previouspositions
- Principal Accountant, 2018, 2020
- Principal Executive Officer 1 (Accounts), 2017, 2018
- Principal Executive Officer 11 (Accounts), 2014, 2016
- Senior Executive Officer (Accounts), 2011, 2013
- Higher Executive Officer (Accounts), 2008, 2010
- Executive Officer, 2005, 2007
- Assistant Executive Officer, 2003, 2004
Coursework
- Advance Training on Payment Reconciliation and Reporting for Public Sector, 2020
- Remita e-Collection & e-Payment Training for Public Sector, June 2019
- Training on Pliny E e-voucher/user guide Accounting software, May 2019
- Treasury Single Account (TSA) Platform Proficiency Training for Public Sector Organisations, 2019
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling
- Table Tennis
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Rehoboth Staffing Services
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Chief Accountant
Nigerian Export Promotion Council
01.2021 - 08.2023
Project Accountant
Nigerian Export Promotion Council
12.2011 - 01.2021
Internal Auditor
NIgerian Export Promotion Council
01.2007 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Accounting And Auditing
Nasarawa State University
No Degree - Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Accounting
Association of National Accountant of Nigeria (ANAN)
Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Accounting - undefined
Association of National Accountant of Nigeria (ANAN)
B. Sc. Accounting - undefined
University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
National Diploma in Accountancy - undefined
Institute of Management and Technology Enugu, Nigeria
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