Summary
Experienced chartered accountant and fraud examiner, successful at cultivating effective working relationships at all levels while driving improvements to budget administration, expense tracking and forecasting of future financial needs. Proven track record in implementing new systems and processes resulting in significant reductions in errors, expenses, and audit time. Knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Staff Accountant
Colton & Associates PC
08.2023 - Current
- Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
- Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
- Manage group of staff accountants by training them and overseeing work accuracy
- Provide input into department's goal setting process
- Helped clients navigate interactions with tax authorities and legal concerns related to financial matters.
- Directed accounting team in timely reporting of finances for diverse client businesses.
- Oversaw accounting team in servicing diverse clients.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting team.
- Liaised with clients regarding financial plans and objectives.
Staff Accountant
Colton & Associates, PC
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Analyzed and identified opportunities for process improvement, resulting in a 20% reduction in the time required to close the books each month
- Performed account reconciliations and journal entries
- Responsible for month-end closing timing, accuracy and completeness
- Interface with various clients and stakeholders within the organization
- Prepared numerous financial statements for individuals and business clients in various industries like Oil and gas, Construction, Retail, etc.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Zonal Accountant/Supervisor
StarTimes Nigeria
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Analyzed and identified cost-saving opportunities, resulting in a 10% reduction in expenses and a $500,000 increase in annual revenue
- Managed the preparation and submission of financial statements, resulting in a 100% compliance rate and a 5% increase in investor confidence
- Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents
- Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness
- Prepare and coordinate the preparation of tax returns and other related tax documents
- Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems.
Accountant
StarTimes Nigeria
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Prepare monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
- Analyzed and reconciled bank accounts and all general ledger accounts
- Compiled and supported external auditors' requests for information and documentation
- Analyzed, coded and processed Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable invoices.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Financial Analytics - Financial And Data Analytics
12.2025
Master of Science - MS, Accounting - Accounting
12.2023
- 3.75 GPA
Graduate certificate, Financial Fraud and Forensic Accounting - Financial Forensics And Fraud Investigation
08.2022
Bachelor's degree, Accounting - Accounting And Finance
10.2017
Skills
- QuickBooks
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- IFRS
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- Tax Accounting
- Auditing
- Finance
- Financial Modelling & Valuation
- Expertise in Microsoft Excel
- Account Reconciliation
- Payroll Oversight
- Financial Statement Review
- ERP Systems Proficiency
Websites
Certification
- Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA), The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, MB055156
- Strategic Planning Foundations, LinkedIn
- The Complete Financial Analyst and Investing Course, Udemy
- Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) - Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), 33768830
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), AICPA (Candidate)
Hoobies
Pianist, bass guitarist & singer. Love to play chess & scrabble as well.
Timeline
Senior Staff Accountant - Colton & Associates PC
08.2023 - Current
Staff Accountant - Colton & Associates, PC
06.2022 - 08.2023
Zonal Accountant/Supervisor - StarTimes Nigeria
04.2019 - 08.2021
Accountant - StarTimes Nigeria
04.2018 - 03.2019
Oklahoma City University - Master of Business Administration - MBA, Financial Analytics, Financial And Data Analytics
Oklahoma City University - Master of Science - MS, Accounting, Accounting
Oklahoma City University - Graduate certificate, Financial Fraud and Forensic Accounting, Financial Forensics And Fraud Investigation
Bowen University Iwo - Bachelor's degree, Accounting, Accounting And Finance
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