Accounting Staff

Kenneth Amaikwu ACCA

**** **** ****** *****, ******* Grove, MN 55016. 952-***-****. *******@***.***

CAREER PROFILE

Consummate staff accountant with a track record of excellence in creating flawless financial statements, and with over 9 years’ experience in managing complex business accounts. Well-versed professional in accounting regulation standard practices, and confidentiality issues who leave no stone unturned to ensure complete accuracy and compliant records. Strong notice resolution skills and a track record of producing 100% accurate data with zero penalties and interest fees.

CAREER HIGHLIGHT

Excellent accounting and auditing skills, proficient with GAAP and SOX compliance.

Strong reporting and data interpretation skills.

Knowledge of Tax laws and regulations.

Extensive knowledge and ability to integrate technology to boost business efficiency.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

03/2014 – Present Jackson Hewlett: Staff Accountant Bloomington, MN

Prepare complex documents, reports, and financial statement every end of month, quarter and year.

Trained AP &AR on technical process that resulted in shorter cycles saving organization $86,000 every quarter.

Experience in SAP FI and CO modules, GL, AP, AR, COPA, and Internal Orders.

Implemented and trained entire department on a new control policy that provide staff accountability.

Initiated adoption of accounting process that has resulted to error-free AP and AR accounting reports.

Offered application support and trained the end users translating to over 29% increase in efficiency.

Review the general ledger and verify accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications.

Maintain general ledger accounts and related activities for the production of financial statements and reports.

Generate and present error-free AP and AR accounting reports after reconciliation.

Use technology to generate financial statements and related supporting details in accordance with US GAAP.

06/2009-02/2014 Ubani & Associates LLC: Tax Accountant St. Paul, MN

Ensure tax returns are accurately processed with less than 1% error rate.

Helped manage process for all tax notices, alleviating exposure to over $230,000 penalties and interest fees.

Trained a team of 8 people on new software as the organization transitioned from paper to paperless invoices.

Research tax issues at federal, state, and local levels providing recommendation on action to be taken.

Responsible for timely preparing and filing of approximately $15,000 monthly sales and use tax returns with Federal, State and Local Jurisdictions.

EDUCATION

Ambrose Alli University, Edo, Nigeria 01/2004- 11/2008

B.Sc. Accounting

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Special Skills: Attention to Detail, Reporting Skills, Accuracy, Communication and Team player.

Certification: Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) UK, Currently pursuing CPA.

Technical Skills: Experienced in PeopleSoft, Profiler, SAP FICO, QuickBooks, Advanced Excel, VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, and Microsoft Suite.

Extensive Volunteer in MN: Feed the Hungry, Mentor Young Men of Color at KCC Church Brooklyn park.

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