Ebidou Sese

Results-driven accounting and finance professional with 15+ years of experience across public and private-sector environments, covering financial operations, payment processing, bank reconciliation, inventory and store management, financial reporting, audit support, ERP implementation, and accounting systems support. Experienced with Sage Accounting, QuickBooks, Oracle Financials, Microsoft Excel, and online banking platforms. Strong record of maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance and audits, resolving account discrepancies, and collaborating effectively with management, banks, auditors, users, and other stakeholders.

Principal Accountant (Cashier) at University of Africa (2024-10 – Present)

• Process payments for approved and duly authorized vouchers and transfers through online banking platforms and cheque issuance.
• Process staff salaries, allowances and statutory deductions through online banking in line with approval protocols.
• Record daily income and expenditure in relevant cash books and post transactions using QuickBooks.
• Safeguard cash books, bank statements, payment vouchers and other financial records.
• Provide current bank balances and financial information to the Bursar and Vice Chancellor as required.
• Support annual financial audits and contribute to successful unqualified audit outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and delegate tasks to cash office staff to support effective operations and professional development.

Senior Accountant (Cashier) at University of Africa (2022-08 – 2024-09)

• Oversaw payments of approved vouchers and staff emoluments through secure banking platforms.
• Maintained accurate financial records and real-time transaction postings using Sage Accounting Software.
• Prepared and provided financial data and bank statements to management as required.
• Maintained secure and audit-ready financial documentation.
• Participated actively in financial audits with successful outcomes.
• Handled ad hoc accounting assignments and responsibilities as directed by management.

Accountant I (Reconciliation/Store Officer) at University of Africa (2018-12 – 2022-07)

• Conducted monthly bank reconciliations for university accounts and investigated outstanding items.
• Liaised with account officers at banks to identify and resolve account discrepancies.
• Managed central store operations, including receipt, issuance and tracking of inventory items.
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date stock records for accountability, control and audit purposes.

Software Implementation Specialist at Sagamy Technologies Nigeria Ltd. (2017-07 – 2018-11)

• Led requirements gathering for accounting software deployment projects.
• Delivered user training and ongoing support during software implementation and adoption.
• Troubleshot and resolved post-deployment technical and user issues.
• Acted as liaison between client IT teams and end users to facilitate effective communication and implementation.

Project Accountant (USADF Sponsored) at Farmer’s Feed Co-operative Society (2015-11 – 2017-06)

• Recorded financial transactions in manual and digital formats using QuickBooks.
• Maintained transaction journals, petty cash, fund receipts, inventory, fixed assets, and sales ledgers.
• Performed periodic bank reconciliations and prepared Income Statements, Statements of Financial Position and Cash Flow Statements.
• Ensured financial administration complied with donor requirements and internal standards.

ERP Consultant – Sage (Support Staff to NPA) at Robert Ade-Odiachi & Co. (2014-08 – 2015-10)

• Provided user support for Sage Pastel Evolution accounting software.
• Monitored workstation connectivity and transaction-posting accuracy.
• Implemented disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
• Performed daily backups to support data protection and uninterrupted service delivery.
• Generated operational and financial reports as required.

Audit Intern at Freeman Isowo & Co. Chartered Accountants (2012-05 – 2014-07)

• Maintained ledgers and posted transactions using Peachtree Accounting Software.
• Assisted with payroll schedules and VAT returns.
• Participated in audit fieldwork and organized audit documentation.
• Supported trial balance extraction and internal financial reporting.

Accounting Intern (GAP – NDE) at International Co-operative Bureau (2008-10 – 2012-04)

• Supported voucher preparation and departmental expenditure tracking.
• Maintained the Departmental Vote Book and supported payroll administration for casual staff.
• Performed general administrative and financial duties as assigned.

M.Sc. in Accounting – Federal University Otuoke

B.Sc. in Accounting – University of Nigeria, Nsukka (2002-10 – 2007-09)