Susan Akande

SUSAN BUKOLA AKANDE Opposite Sports Complex, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State |-|- |- PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Certified Accounting Technician (AAT) and ACA candidate with 3+ years of experience in administrative and financial management. Skilled in audit preparation, digital record-keeping, and client service. Demonstrates integrity, accuracy, and a commitment to optimizing financial processes. Passionate about auditing and management consulting, with a strong foundation in bookkeeping and internal controls. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE LNBRDA Resources Investment MCS, Ilorin, Kwara State Accounts/Administrative Clerk | July 2020 - September 2024 - Maintained accurate bookkeeping records, prepared trial balances and balance sheets. - Ensured compliance with regulatory and audit standards through proper documentation. - Digitized financial records, enhancing data accessibility and reducing human error. - Handled client queries and resolved discrepancies to maintain strong client relationships. Bursary Department, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State Intern | September 2018 - August 2019 - Supported treasury operations, including payment processing and reconciliation. - Assisted in maintaining cashbooks and journals. - Participated in voucher digitization under the Central Processing Unit (CPU). EDUCATION B.Sc. Accounting - Second Class Upper (2:1), University of Ilorin, Kwara State | 2021 - 2024 OND Accountancy - Upper Credit, Kwara State Polytechnic, Kwara State | 2016 - 2018 CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING ACA Certification (Professional Level) - In view AAT Certification - Association of Accounting Technicians, July 2020 Intuit QuickBooks Training Certification (Beginner) - 2024 IT Essentials - Cisco Networking Academy, 2015 SUSAN BUKOLA AKANDE Opposite Sports Complex, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State |-|- |- VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Africa Focus for Entrepreneurship & Economic Development Initiative (AFEEDI) Lead Ambassador (President), Campus Chapter - University of Ilorin | 2023 - Present - Established and led a campus chapter with five teams (Planning, Publicity, Networking, Technical & Research). - Coordinated events, recruitment drives, and brainstorming meetings to drive youth engagement in entrepreneurship. LNBA Resources Investment MCS Industrial Trainer - Student Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) | 2022 - 2024 - Delivered practical training in bookkeeping and office management to students. - Mentored students on applying accounting concepts in real-life contexts. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) - Member since July 2020 SKILLS Technical: Microsoft Excel (Data Organization), Microsoft Office Suite, Financial Record Digitization, QuickBooks, IT Essentials (Cisco Certified) Financial: Bookkeeping, Audit Preparation, Financial Documentation & Management Soft Skills: Effective Communication, Team Collaboration, Adaptability, Research & Analysis INTERESTS Auditing & Management Consulting | Mentorship | Personal Development | Cultural Exploration REFEREES Available upon request.