SARAH ONOSHOLEMA OVIE
Lagos, Nigeria | --| www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-onosholema-ovie
SUMMARY
Detail-oriented and highly skilled Accountant with solid years of experience in financial management, reconciliation, and reporting.
Proficient in using Accounting Softwares and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations.
Proven track record of identifying process improvements that contribute to the finance department's efficiency.
WORK EXPERIENCE
AccountantAugust 2021 - Till Date
EDLP Nig LTD (JARA) – Lagos, Nigeria
Achieved daily account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy between financial systems and physical inventory records, and maintained vendor records.
Managed invoice processing, including verifying the accuracy of purchase orders and payment authorizations, ensuring that payments matched receipts and discrepancies were promptly flagged.
Prepared weekly financial reports and monthly budget analysis.
Worked closely with internal auditors to identify discrepancies and resolve any accounting issues.
Supported the finance team by analyzing data and suggesting ways to enhance financial workflows and efficiency.
Implemented improvements to the accounts payable workflow, resulting in increased invoice processing speed and accuracy.
Ensured that all invoices were reviewed and processed according to company policy, with appropriate authorization, signatures, and deductions in compliance with tax regulations.
Accounting/Finance OfficerAugust 2019 - July 2021
ASL Branding and Promotion Ltd – Lagos, Nigeria
Collaborated with senior management to prepare annual budgets, track budget performance, and ensure adherence to financial targets.
Skillfully managed the entire invoicing cycle, ensuring timely invoicing and efficient receivables management to support cash flow.
Processed payments, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements; prepared monthly payroll for employees in compliance with tax regulations.
Managed FIRS & LIRS tax matters, including VAT, WHT, and PAYE. Ensured timely and accurate tax filings and payments to avoid penalties.
Served as the primary contact for external partners, including auditors, bankers, insurance companies, and HMOs, maintaining strong working relationships.
Supported pre-audit, during audit, and post-audit processes. Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, facilitating smooth audit procedures and actively contributed to the audit that resulted in zero discrepancies and met all financial reporting deadlines.
Assisted in preparing monthly, quarterly, half-year, and annual management reports to provide leadership with key financial insights for decision-making.
Contributed to the development and implementation of internal policies and controls, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices.
Assisted with HR-related tasks such as employee benefits management, documentation, and reporting.
Account Receivable/Payment OfficerNovember 2018 - July 2019
Danifol Oastog Diagnostic Ltd – Lagos, Nigeria
Generated accurate invoices for clients, ensuring proper documentation and timely distribution to facilitate efficient payments.
Managed and tracked receivables to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments, reducing aging receivables and supporting cash flow.
Conducted regular reconciliation of receipts against issued invoices, ensuring all payments were properly accounted for and discrepancies were promptly addressed.
Managed vendor payments, ensuring all transactions were completed on time and in accordance with payment terms, contributing to positive supplier relationships.
Processed and remitted VAT, ensuring accurate and timely payments to meet tax obligations and compliance with relevant laws.
Assisted in departmental audits by providing necessary financial data, supporting the identification and resolution of discrepancies, and ensuring audit readiness.
Performed monthly reconciliation of account statements, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner to maintain accurate financial records.
EDUCATION
University of Lagos – Lagos, Nigeria2025 – 2018
Bsc, Accounting
Delta State Polytechnic – Delta, Nigeria2015 – 2013
OND, Accountancy
Nightingale Academy – Lagos, Nigeria2010 – 2004
West African Secondary School Certificate
Emily Nursery and Primary School – Lagos, Nigeria2004 – 1998
First School Leaving Certificate
SKILLS
•ERP Systems/Accounting Software (SAP, QuickBooks, SAGE X3, Dynamics 365 Business Central)
•Microsoft Office Suite
•Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, V-lookup)
•Communication Skills
•Good Team Player
•Detail-Oriented
•Excellent interpersonal skills
•Time management
•Problem-solving skills
•Analytical skills
REFEREES
Available on request
LANGUAGES
English - Proficient
