Ajiji Norbert Odele

ajiji norbert odele Kampala, Uganda | C: - |-Summary Resourceful, meticulous professional with over 5 years of experience in Accounting and Financial management, commercial revenue collections and operations, customer relationship management, financial reconciliations, general ledger and problem-solving. Team player with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and record keepig. Forward-thinking leader seeking to leverage a background in a Financial management and commercial revenue collections review and analysis role with an established organization. Skills Payment reconciliation Correspondence management Ledger and journal entries Statutory accounts preparation Vendor relationships Account reconciliation Accounts payable Enterprise Resource Planning software Accounting operations management Financial statement preparation Intuit QuickBooks specialist Income tax filing Ethical approach to finance GAAP, IFRS. IAS and IPSAS principles Experience Commercial Assistant National water & Sewerage Corporation December 2023 to Date Ensured timely and accurate processing of billing data input and production of accurate bills. Ensured timely update of the billing database in line with set standards and procedures. Performed detailed analysis of customer consumption and growth trends and advise the area accordingly. Evaluate the quality of information (mater readings, new connections, adjustments, etc) submitted for processing on a monthly basis and advise management on areas that require further improvements. Produced and reviewed data validation reports and make appropriate recommendations. Ensure good customercare and timely resolution of customer compliants. Ensure database integrity and security through enforcement of control, passwords and backup of the database in comformity with NWSC backup policy. Accounts Assistant April 2021 to 2023 National Water & Sewerage Corporation Followed detailed end of month accounting procedures to verify proper balancing of all accounts and readiness for new month. Reconciled bank statements and monthly cash balances Implemented corrective actions by mitigating financial discrepancies and diminishing system flaws through project completion. Checked payment vouchers and other financial documents, verifying amounts to accurately analyze financial statuses. Compiled financial data including compliant ledger and journal records. Reviewed bank account statements to reconcile accounts by documenting correct financial information in general ledger. Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex financial issues for Business leadership at Salad Master Mitigated financial discrepancies by preparing bank reconciliations, managing field audits and reviewing accounting records for accuracy. Developed and implemented book keeping policies and procedures to improve department workflows. Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records. Reviewed vendor invoices and expense reports, identifying discrepancies. Mitigated risk, maintaining full compliance when executing and tracking bank reconciliations, A/P, invoicing, billing and collections for advances from employees. Collaborated with other departments to process transactions and maintain excellent financial standing. Compiled budget documents and monitored costs to maintain control systems. Accurately tracked, verified and approved accounts payable and accounts receivable invoices and total balances into ERP software, conducting monthly balance sheet reviews to reconcile variances. Accounts Assistant Volunteer/ World Education Inc. Bantwana May 2018 to November 2019 Reviewed bank account statements to reconcile accounts by documenting correct financial information in general ledger. Prepared and mailed client invoices within expected time frames to promote likelihood of on-time payments. Improved accounting system efficiency and effectiveness by assigning tax line items to deductible expenses, inspecting account books and recording transactions to optimize timely reporting processes. Handled cash and deposits using proper accounting procedures and documentation. Analyzed cost control and provided timely financial information to support corporate goals. Processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments. Supported human resources by certifying and processing payroll, electronic deposits and pay adjustments while distributing checks with zero lag time. Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting. Streamlined financial efficiencies by accurately processing bank reconciliations and delivering financial reporting. Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records. Processed journal entries, online transfers and payments. Reconciled monthly checks for accurate bank statement distribution. Mitigated annual audit risks, audited financial information utilizing QuickBooks to implement corrective action. Finance and Administration Assistant Regency Innovation Solutions Ltd. May 2016– April /2018 Reviewed and reconciled sales and cash deposits on a daily basis and provided up-to date financial reports to the Finance Manager Performed weekly and end of month Bank reconciliations that provided timely liquidity information to hospital management. Created and enforced company-wide controls regarding revenue and expenses in concerted effort to protect organization's assets. Networked within communities to identify and capitalize on business opportunities in and around Uganda. Evaluated budget plans and current costs to project trends and recommended updates. Optimized staff productivity by managing inter-team conflict resolution, yearly performance reviews and activity scheduling Implemented innovative billing software for Sales and Accounting department to enhance accuracy and timeliness in reporting. Worked with Tax Authorities to resolve and complete accurate filings of Tax returns and maintained compliance with all regulatory requirements. Education and Training CPA level 1on going Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda Kampala, Uganda BBA: Finance 10/2017 Uganda Christian University Mukono Kampala, Uganda Uganda Advance Certificate of Education 11/2008 Namirembi Hillside High School Wakiso, Uganda Uganda Certificate of Education 11/2006 Greenvile High School Mukono Kampala, Uganda Primary Leaving Examination 11/2002 Nkoyoyo Boarding Primary school MataleLugazi, Uganda Accomplishments Process Improvement - Created new departmental procedures manual. Assessed organizational training needs. Documentation - Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures. Competitive Analysis - Performed competitive analysis for Regency innovation Solutions and made recommendations for future company growth that has seen opening of 1 more Branch office in the Dar el salam. Business Development – Managed 1 territory in NWSC Soroti which grew and became the cash cow of the area. References 1. Apollo Namanya 3. Ms Abonyo Coroline Chief of Finance and Operations, Area Manager MUCOBADI NWSC Tel- Tel: - Email:-- 3. Ms Akamo Catherine Senior Auditor NWSC Tel- Email:-