Paul Ukadike

PAUL UKADIKE SUMMARY Hardworking professional with experience in financial management, administrative support, and client satisfaction management. Proven track record in ensuring accuracy in financial records, overseeing payroll operations, and managing accounts payable and receivable. Adept at developing internal control systems to prevent errors and fraud, implementing cost-reduction strategies, and facilitating transparent audit processes. Demonstrated ability to align crossdepartmental efforts with company goals and maintain strong relationships with banking institutions. CONTACT Address: Lekki EXPERIENCE Accountant, 01/2024 - Current RAGNAROK PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT LIMITED  Ensured accuracy in financial records by balancing bank statements with bookkeeping entries  Crafted financial statements using income and expenditure figures  Oversaw deployment of company's financial and accounting software  Analysed financial data to produce monthly reports, providing insights into company performance for stakeholders.  Coordinated with external auditors during annual reviews, facilitating a transparent and efficient audit process.  Established and maintained relationships with banking institutions, optimising financial operations and services.  Coordinated month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.  Assisted in the negotiation of contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms and reducing operational costs.  Oversaw payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.  Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximising cash flow. Accountant/Admin Manager, 06/2022 - 12/2023 ACCLIO CREATIVE SOLUTIONS LIMITED  Oversaw inventory levels of office supplies within budget limits  Aligned cross-departmental efforts with company mission and core values  Handled invoice processing and payments  Managed financial accounts, reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow to maintain accurate records.  Developed and maintained internal control systems to prevent errors and fraud in financial transactions.  Implemented sustainable cost-reduction strategies, significantly lowering expenses without impacting operational efficiency.  Oversaw payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments to all employees. Phone: - Email:- SKILLS        Accounting Administrative support Client satisfaction management Office administration Decision-Making Internal controls understanding Advanced bookkeeping skills Executive Assistant to the General Manager, 04/2019 - 03/2022 Reliance Infosystems Limited  Handled confidential documents and correspondence with discretion, maintaining privacy of sensitive information.  Processed expense reports for General Manager, verifying receipts and liaising with the finance department for timely reimbursements.  Implemented new administrative processes and technologies to enhance productivity and reduce costs within the executive office.  Processed expense claims and managed budgets for the executive office, providing regular financial reports for transparency.  Negotiated with suppliers and service providers to secure costeffective solutions for office needs and executive requirements.  Conducted research and compiled data to support executive decision-making and strategic planning initiatives.  Compiled and analysed feedback from staff and clients to identify areas for improvement in executive leadership and office operations.  Tracked expenditures against budget targets and spending limits.  Worked with accounting to collate financial records for management team budget meetings. Accountant/Admin Executive, 04/2017 - 03/2019 Reliance Infosystems Limited  Led administrative initiatives in alignment with company's growth path  Scheduled administrative staff work to ensure productivity and high-performance standards  Handled negotiations for office renovation and lease renewals  Assisted in the negotiation of contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms and reducing operational costs.  Helped departmental managers develop and optimise inventory controls.  Established procedures and controls to keep staff in compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and budget targets.  Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies.  Updated general, sales and purchasing ledgers on schedule and verified information against documentation.  Addressed recurring operational inefficiencies and poor financial governance with optimised accounting processes. Accountant, 04/2015 - 03/2017 Reliance Infosystems Limited  Manage monthly payroll processes efficiently  Managed and maintained inventory stock levels  Compiling reconciliation statements for accurate vendor accounts review  Documented service level agreements  Updated accounting ledgers by verifying account transactions  Processed employee payments following verification of expense reports and advance requests  Handled and processed invoices accurately  Managed financial accounts, reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow to maintain accurate records. Audit Trainee, 01/2014 - 03/2015 OLUKAYODE JONATHAN & CO  Engaged in team-focused audit processes  Analysed financial statements and records to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement.  Facilitated communication between audit teams and stakeholders, presenting audit progress and preliminary findings.  Drafted sections of the final audit report, highlighting key findings and suggesting actionable improvements.  Liaised with client representatives to gather necessary documentation and clarify audit queries.  Analysed client financial statements with meticulous attention to detail.  Compiled evidence and documentation to support audit conclusions and recommendations.  Delivered presentations to audit team members on specific audit areas, sharing insights and best practices.  Performed inventory counts and valuations as part of comprehensive financial audits.  Participated in team meetings to discuss audit findings and strategise on addressing identified issues.  Closely shadowed senior auditors to gain understanding of best practices, skills and auditing techniques. Intern Staff, 07/2013 - 09/2013 Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Limited  Verification of pensioners TCF pins from company's schedule  Use of software's such as NAV, CRM to check the authenticity of customer's pins and information  Keeping touch with customers for verification of personal data Relationship Manager, 11/2012 - 04/2013 SAFEGATE MICROFINANCE BANK LTD     Sourcing for clients Carrying out proper assessment and verification of loan clients Active recovery of loans from defaulting clients Marketing various bank products to micro/medium scale business owners NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS, 06/2011 - 07/2012 Girls High School Gindiri, Mangu L.G.A, Plateau State  Taught Financial Accounting and commerce in senior class's 1 and 2 respectively  Administered proprietary curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences  Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students Account Clerk, 06/2010 - 06/2011 MOSSYHILL AND SONS ENTERPRISE     Taking stock of goods available received and supplied Documentation of individual customer files for easy assessment Giving regular reports after stock taking for decision purposes Received, record and banked cash, cheques, and vouchers REFERENCES Available on request EDUCATION Financial Modeling Certificate, 01/2018 Lagos business school Member, 01/2014 Nigeria Institute of Management B.Sc, Accounting, 01/2009 University of Nigeria Nsukka WASSCE, 01/2003 Barachel Model College FSLC, 01/1998 Barachel Nursery and Primary School In View Institute of chartered Accountants of Nigeria LANGUAGES English: C2 Proficient Yoruba: Igbo: Advanced B2 Upper Intermediate HOBBIES AND INTERESTS     Reading Travelling Meeting new people Politics C1