Detail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Proven to analyze accounting processes, identify deficiencies and formulate and implement corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Accountant
VitalPath
New Hope, AR
03.2023 - Current
Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
Work with CFO and Corporate controller to implement, maintain and improve internal controls, procedures, budgets, financial analysis reports etc.
Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
Enhanced internal controls through regular audits and reviews, identifying areas for improvement.
Assisted in budget preparation, providing accurate forecasts for revenue and expenses based on historical trends.
Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
Coordinated with Human Resources department on payroll-related matters ensuring accurate compensation calculations for all employees.
Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
Reviewed contracts from financial perspective mitigating risk exposure while maximizing profitability opportunities.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential cost-saving measures, resulting in improved company profitability.
Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
Core team member for ongoing ERP reimplementation on financial accounting configurations and reporting
Other projects as assigned.
LOAN CLOSER SPECIALIST
Wells Fargo Bank N. A
09.2020 - 11.2022
Prepared over 1100 loan documents and processed applications by gathering and analyzing required documentation
Oversaw in-process loans, detecting potential problems and resolving these problems
Closed loans for the bank, following established policies and standards
Ensured closing details complied with State and Federal regulations
Contacted customers by email and telephone concerning acceptance or rejection of applications
Verified and processed applications, closing documents, and disclosures with customers
Built lasting relationship with Customers
Calculated, reviewed, and corrected errors on interest, principal, payment and closing costs using Software and Excel spread sheet
Identified and resolved discrepancies and unusual items in the loan applications.
ACCOUNTING CLERK
Bunzl Retail Services
02.2020 - 03.2020
Tracked vendor Purchase Orders within Microsoft Excel and Software
Contacted vendors via phone and email to resolve discrepancies, reduced reconciliation discrepancies through better use of Software and spreadsheets
Prepared bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying, and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, and other forms of payment to banks
Assisted with processing vendor invoices and set up new vendor accounts.
ACCOUNTANT
United Bank for Africa (UBA Group)
03.2015 - 12.2019
Led daily general ledger entries, using double-entry accounting method and check backs
Developed new and complex spreadsheets to help produce the monthly management accounts much quicker, reducing the production time from five days to two
Managed team to ensure all deadlines were met on time
Handled various projects involving automation, integration, and mapping of Accounts for new products and services
Reduce past-due Account Receivable by setting up a new automated billing reminder
Achieved a decent and clean Balance sheet; prepared Journal entries to reclassify wrong and inaccurate postings
Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets
Built lasting relationship with vendors and clients and ensured there were systems and resources in place to deal with any of their queries in less than 24-hours.
FINANCIAL DATA ANALYST
Blue Arrow TSW LTD
12.2013 - 03.2015
Reduced quantity of expired products by ensuring FIFO inventory method; utilized and maintained databases that tracked sales activity, pipeline, and other metrics
Developed an MS spreadsheets to give a summarized snapshot of inventory in stock
Recommended data standardization and usage to ensure data integrity
Identified and documented project constraints, assumptions, business impacts, risks, and scope exclusions
Coordinated statistical data analysis, design, and information flow
Created a workflow from software to Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting them to give concise understanding of the best placement for needed resources.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE(BSC) - ACCOUNTING -
Ekiti State University
Nigeria
08.2006
Skills
Proficiency with Accounting and ERP software, Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and QuickBooks
Complex problem-solving skills, identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Financial Accounting and Management
Experience with system and process implementations