Billy Akpan

I am an experienced and detail-oriented accountant with a proven track record of managing financial operations, analyzing data, and implementing strategic financial initiatives. I also possess a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). I am proficient in the use of various accounting software and tools, including Quickbooks, Sage, Zohobooks and Microsoft Excel/Powerpoint.

Adept at preparing financial statements, conducting internal audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Also, I am a skilled communicator with the ability to collaborate skillfully with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, committed to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvements in all financial processes. My accounting experience cuts across Retail, Consulting, Textile, FMCG/Manufacturing, Oil and Gas and others

Group Staff Accountant at Habrams Group Of Companies (2023-04 – Present)

• Posting of daily transactions for the group of companies with bank reconciliations
• Client Invoicing for the respective companies
• Tracking of vendor/subcontractor payment for the group's subsidiaries
• Account payables tracking for different vendors in the head and subsidiary companies
• Account Receivables tracking for different clients in the head and subsidiary companies
• Accounts/Bank Reconciliation of the group's accounts
• Preparation of intercompany schedules for monthly reporting e.g loans, accruals, prepayments
• Preparation of the subsidiaries' payroll and client invoices e.g TMSA Payroll, Shell Bonga, NGC etc
• Preparation of intercompany schedules, shared service ledgers etc
• Support of group tax planning and compliance with relevant tax and regulations
• Organize and control bookkeeping processes for all line items in the financial statements in the group
• Coordinate and control accounting processes for Nigerian entities in accordance with the IFRS, internal policies and local legislation

Head Finance/Administration at Femeb Nigeria Limited (2021-09 – 2022-12)

• Preparation and coordination of management processes
• Effectively identified and resolve invoicing issues, accounting discrepancies and other financial problems by 95% and increasing its revenue by 70% monthly
• Enhanced cash management systems and stock reconciliation
• Develop and maintain effective office systems (IT support, office maintenance, fixed asset, supplier contract etc.)
• Effectively strengthened the communication link and harmonized the activities of the Head office and the factory which is in another state so as to meet customers' needs
• Oversee, manage and training of administrative staff as required. Participate and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Created accepted audit template for the head office departments and the factory. Created compliance register to monitor and track payments of taxes to different authorities and government bodies.
• Account payables/Receivables Management
• Monitor and manage expenses within allocated budgets
• Track and monitor resource needs and other material needs for carrying out financial and administration tasks.
• Enhanced the company's cash management system by 90%.
• Effectively conducted Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and implemented controls to reduce risks as low as reasonably practicable
• Optimized operational efficiency by 70% via smooth periodic employee training and effective response system.
• Any other duties as may reasonably be required and that fall within the scope and range of the job
• Championed an effective daily stock-taking, allowing the reconciliation and tracking of physical stock present vis-à-vis the ones sold out; boosted gross profit, reduced loss, improved control of allowances, minimized wastes, and provided results.

Head Accounts/Administration at Wearables Atelier Limited (2020-10 – 2021-06)

• Managed payroll systems and financial reporting.
• Supervised office management and HR policies
• Inventory Management and stock taking of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods
• Oversee the IT and telephone communication system.
• The operation of the sales ledger, ensuring that invoices are raised promptly and accurately and appropriate credit control procedures are in place to ensure prompt payments of debts.
• Proper cash management

Associate Accountant at Bridgegap Consults Limited (2019-08 – 2020-04)

• Established strong banking relationships for fraud prevention.
• Facilitated tax compliance and financial record-keeping.
• Safe keeping of important files and documents for easy referencing, both electronically and physically
• Handling of payroll for both clients and in-house.

B. Sc (Hons.) in Accounting – University of Benin (2016)