Faith Akuewanbhor

FAITH EBEHIREME AKWUEWANBHOR-| (234)-| www.linkedin.com/in/faith-akwuewanbhor EDUCATION B.Sc. Economics & Statistics, University of Benin, Nigeria Grade: Second Class Honor First Division Jan 2014 – Nov 2018 Technical Skills: Financial Analysis | Credit Control | Payroll Management | Budgeting & Forecasting Software Skills: SAGE X3 | SAGE 50 | Payroll | QuickBooks | ODOO | Xero | Microsoft Excel | Tableau |SAP WORK EXPERIENCE Obeezi Contracting Company, Nigeria: Finance Controller July 2023 – Present • Managed and processed payroll for over 120 employees, ensuring 100% on-time salary disbursement and reducing payroll discrepancies by 30%. • Led financial forecasting initiatives that improved budget accuracy by 25%, aiding in strategic decision-making. Beloxxi Ltd, Nigeria: Financial Operation Specialist May 2022 – June 2023 • Developed and enforced financial controls that minimized errors and reduced operational costs by 15%. • Reconciled bank statements across multiple accounts, leading to a 98% accuracy rate in financial records and improved audit readiness. Beloxxi Ltd, Nigeria: Cost Accountant Nov 2019 – April 2022 • Implemented a cost-monitoring system, leading to a 20% decrease in material wastage. • Optimized inventory valuation, reducing holding costs by 10% and improving cash flow. • Ensured 100% compliance with financial reporting standards, reducing audit risks. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE • Financial Literacy Trainer – Conducted workshops for small business owners on budgeting, financial planning, and cost control strategies, leading to a 20% improvement in financial efficiency for participants. • Community Economic Development Advocate – Assisted local entrepreneurs in analyzing market trends and creating sustainable business plans, resulting in increased profitability for over 30 small businesses. PROJECTS • Cost Control & Budget Optimization – Developed a financial control framework that reduced operational expenses by 15% and enhanced budget forecasting accuracy by 25%. CERTIFICATIONS • Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) - Final Stage •Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) – In view ACHIEVEMENTS • Award Winning Finance Professional – Spearheaded a cost-saving initiative that reduced company expenses by 20%, optimizing cash flow and increasing profitability.