Innocent Samuel

INNOCENT UGOCHUKWU SAMUEL ZONE D BEHIND LEA PRIMARY SCHOOL USHAFA-BWARI., ABUJA -- Summary Detail Focused and Highly Analytical, an Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria with relative knowledge of accounting standards and conventions, IFRSs, GAAP, preparation of final account of organizations, payroll management, highly ethical individual with strict adherence to workplace ethics and laid down guidelines. To give my best performance as an assistant account manager in your reputable organization, bringing a strong ability to meet clients' accounting needs in compliance with the standards and objectives of the company. Strong communication skills, a team player with a high sense of responsibility, relate perfectly well with all levels of management, works comfortably with Microsoft Excel, Sage 50, Sage One Business Cloud and Quickbooks. Experience Asst Manager - Accounts and Payroll, 02/2022 - Current NEXIA AGBO ABEL & CO. Serves as the outsourced accountant for foreign companies such as Jones Lang Lasalle Services Nigeria Ltd, Total Marketing Support 360 Nigeria Ltd, and Hikvision West Africa Ltd Attend Business meetings and ceiling up of contract deals with clients Maintaining client's accounting ledgers and monitoring the preparation of management reports monthly Preparing and filing payroll tax returns, including income taxes, and other statutory deductions(WHT, VAT etc). Managing the invoicing process of clients and ensuring all revenues are correctly reported monthly Processing of client's monthly payroll, statutory and internal deductions, maintaining payroll records and issuing monthly pay slips Coordinates the full month end procedure, including preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and trial balance statements Prepared reconciliations for monthly closings Managing and supervising the financial accounting and payroll team, providing guidance and support. Identifying training needs and facilitating professional development opportunities for team members. Provides advisory advise to client's queries regarding Initiated management representation letter recommendations and draft audit reports for management and executive reviews Analyzing departmental costs and allocation of overheads Ensured compliance with statutory deadlines regarding Annual PAYE filing, Business premises fees and Development levies on behalf of clients Payroll and statutory compliance advisory for clients having expatriate employees. Leveraging financial software and payroll systems to streamline operations. Providing insights and support to senior management in strategic decision-making processes. Course Tutor, 07/2021 - Current Point On Professional Tutors - Abuja, Nigeria Creating detailed lesson plans that align with the ICAN syllabus, ensuring all topics are covered systematically. Delivering lectures and tutorials, explaining complex accounting concepts clearly and effectively. Encouraging student participation through discussions, Q&A sessions, and problem-solving activities. Designing and administering practice exams and quizzes to assess students' understanding and progress. Analysed student progress and prepared feedback to improve test results. Supporting and motivating students to stay committed and focused on their studies. Keeping up-to-date with changes in the ICAN syllabus and adjusting teaching materials and strategies accordingly. Participating in professional development programs to enhance teaching skills and subject matter expertise. Associate - Audit & Account, 03/2020 - 01/2022 NEXIA AGBO ABEL & CO. Maintaining client's accounting ledgers and monitoring the preparation of management report monthly Preparation of VAT, WHT and other statutory remittance and ensuring timely compliance Managing the invoicing process of clients and ensuring all revenues are correctly reported monthly Processing of client's monthly payroll, statutory and internal deductions, maintaining payroll records and issuing monthly pay slips Coordinates the full month end procedure, including preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and trial balance statements Prepared reconciliations for monthly closings Supervises junior accountants and monitor them with accounting advice Provides advisory advise to client's queries regarding Initiated management representation letter recommendations and draft audit reports for management and executive reviews Carried out detailed financial audits and agreed-upon procedures Identified and communicated accounting, finance, and auditing issues to line managers Analyzing departmental costs and allocation of overheads Ensured compliance with statutory deadlines regarding Annual PAYE filing, Business premises fees and Development levies on behalf of clients Payroll and statutory compliance advisory for clients having expatriate employees Evaluation and assessing financial and operational controls to determine the level of audit substantive testing to be done Designed and executed Test of Details on financial transactions to identify lapses in internal controls and estimate level of misstatements Engaged in end of year Inventory stock taking verification process for a leading construction company. Finance and Admin Officer, 01/2019 - 01/2020 BOX OFFICE HUB BUSINESS LIMITED - ABUJA Assists the COO with the BOH budget preparation exercise and assist in establishing BOH wide procedures for Budgetary monitory and control Daily purchases/Expense management, management of cash flow forecast Generate and prepare periodic reports to management highlighting the status of key funding and expense lines Recording of financial transactions (with adequate supporting documentation) in line with the BOH accounting system. Class Teacher (National Youth Service Corp), 05/2017 - 04/2018 GOVERNMENT TECHNICAL COLLEGE AWE - OYO STATE Prepared lecture notes as well as delivered lectures to pupils of S.S.1 on Economics Gave periodic after lecture quizzes to assess student's concentration and understanding Prepared examination questions in line with the syllabus Organized and lectured students during after school lessons. Transaction Officer, 06/2012 - 08/2013 VIC LAWRENCE & ASSOCIATE (PARTNERS WITH ACCESS BANKPLC) - ABUJA Received the bank's branch order for cash and replenish them at the appropriate time Managed files, stocks and ensure their availability at the time of need Processed entries using multiple steps and involving unique situations (e.g Foreign exchange, corporate accounts) to ensure adjustments are posted directly to customer's accounts, operation centers or branches Verified documentation on file to ensure accuracy (e.g Fax agreement, signatures, special handling instructions, available funds); create new client files using an in-house database system and ensure client service charges are calculated and charged appropriately. Skills Financial Reporting Strong Communication Skills. Creative Team Player/ Leadership. Adaptability. Research / Presentation. Detail Focused/ Problem Solving. Flexible/ Analytical. Microsoft Office Package. Emotional Intelligence. Leadership Skills Certifications CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT OF NIGERIA, 2019, Associate Chartered Accountant CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, 2018, Associate Membership in Certified Customer Service Professional CLASSIC SYSTEMS INFOTECH LIMITED (COMPUTER RESOURCE CENTRE), FUTA, AKURE, 2018, Certificate in Peachtree Accounting CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, 2018, Chartered Post-Graduate Diploma in Customer Relationship Management THE ASSOCIATE OF ACCOUNTING BODIES IN WEST AFRICA (AATWA), 2015, Member, Association of Associate Technicians West Africa (AAT) Education 01/2016 THE FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC BIDA, NIGER STATE Higher National Diploma (HND) In Accountancy Grade: Upper Credit 01/2012 THE FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC BIDA, NIGER STATE National Diploma (ND) In Accountancy Grade: Distinction 01/2007 GOVERNMENT SECONDARY SCHOOL BWARI, ABUJA West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (W.A.S.S.C.E) Custom Section Abia State, Male, Single, Studying, Online Research, Networking Websites, Portfolios and Profiles www.linkedin.com/in/innocentsamuel References Provided On Request Languages English: First Language Igbo: Intermediate B1