Otiti Dawn Aabari

OTITI DAWN AABARI --www.linkedin.com/in/otiti-dawn-aabari-ab92385a https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATbFebVtWLMLHbPfPhSUhzcOVZKhRrT?usp=drive_link CAREER OBJECTIVE Accomplished professional with a B.Sc. in Accounting and a proven track record of delivering optimal results through efficiency, attention to detail, teamwork, and collaboration. Adept at problem-solving, strategic decision-making, and building strong professional relationships. Passionate about supporting executives by streamlining workflows, providing essential administrative support, and delivering an outstanding customer experience. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE LUJO INTEGRATED SERVICES LTD, NIGERIA OCT. 2020 – FEB. 2024 Head of Accounts and Administration Administrative Duties  Prepared, organized, and stored over 1,000 documents in both paper and digital forms, ensuring 99% accessibility and accuracy.  Addressed over 50 queries efficiently through phone and email per week, showcasing strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach.  Managed 5 executive and team member diaries, skillfully scheduling over 25 meetings per month to optimize time management.  Coordinated over 30 business trips, ensuring smooth logistics and accommodations for executives.  Orchestrated over 5 post and delivery logistics monthly, maintaining a streamlined flow of communication and resources.  Took meticulous minutes at over 40 meetings, providing accurate and concise documentation of discussions and over 70 action items.  Ensured the accuracy and accessibility of information by consistently updating over 500 computer records using a database.  Established positive relationships with 10 key suppliers and contractors, ensuring timely delivery of services and goods.  Collaborated seamlessly with staff in 5 other departments, fostering effective communication and promoting a cohesive work environment.  Conducted quarterly compliance audits of internal document processes, identifying 20+ gaps and implementing corrective actions to meet ISO 9001 requirements. Accounting Duties  Reviewed and approved over 300 accounting documents monthly, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with financial protocols.  Conducted monthly reconciliation of 5 accounts, identifying and resolving 95% of discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.  Submitted quarterly tax returns to relevant authorities in a timely manner, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory requirements.  Oversaw the accounts payable and receivable systems, ensuring complete and accurate records of over 500 financial transactions per month.  Established and nurtured strong relationships with 10 key suppliers, ensuring smooth business interactions and reliable procurement processes.    Prepared and reconciled 12 monthly bank statements, ensuring financial statements reflect accurate and up-to-date information. Collaborated in the annual audit process, providing essential documentation and support to facilitate a successful audit. Provided detailed and comprehensive financial statements for monthly and yearly reporting cycles using Sage 50 Accounting Software. LEAP TRANSNATIONAL EDUCATION, NIGERIA JAN. 2017- DEC. 2019 Accountant/Office Admin  Prepared and submitted monthly payroll for 15 employees, ensuring 100% accuracy and adherence to payroll regulations.  Captured and posted over 300 invoices into Excel monthly, maintaining a systematic and organized record of financial transactions.  Managed the disbursement of funds from the cash account to pay 150 bills promptly and efficiently.  Managed procurement of office supplies.  Maintained an efficient filing system, both digital and physical, ensuring accessibility and organization of over 1,000 documents.  Provided administrative support to the CEO, including calendar management, travel arrangements. NIGERIA CHRISTIAN CORPERS FELLOWSHIP, NIGERIA State Financial Secretary    SKILLS         DEC. 2013- JUL. 2014 Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records for 27 Zonal offices, ensuring precision in documentation and 100% compliance with accounting standards. Conducted comprehensive assessments of Zonal financial records, implementing rigorous scrutiny procedures to validate authenticity, identify over 15 discrepancies, and ensure financial integrity. Collaborated with the 5-member Fund-Raising Committee to support fundraising initiatives and contributed to the development of effective business strategies for the organization. Office Suites/eDRMS:MS Office, and Google Suite, Drop Box Project Management: Asana, Monday.com, ClickUp, Trello, and Airtable Communication: Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Intercom Appointment Scheduling: Calendly, Bookify, Picktime, Acuity, and Simplybookme Lead Generation: Apollo.io Accounting Software: Sage 50, Xero, and Quick Books CRM Tools: Zendesk, Fresh Desk, and HubSpot Integration: Zapier EDUCATION  B.Sc. Accounting. (Second Class Upper) University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT). JAN. 2009- DEC. 2012 CERTIFICATES  Career Essentials In Administrative Assistance by Microsoft and LinkedIn  Career Essentials in Project management by Microsoft and LinkedIn -