Head of Finance and Accounts
Resume:
RESUME
Dr. Moses Akpan
( BSc, MBA, Msc,PhD,ACA)
Email: ad2cld@r.postjobfree.com
Phone: +234(0)803-***-****
(Willing to Relocate)
Position Applied for: DIRECTOR, INTERNATIONAL TAXATION Objective: To make a difference anywhere I work
Profile
Analytical and Proactive Chartered Accountant with over 17 years of experiences in management, supervisory, coordinating, directing, advisory, strategic financial planning and monitoring, financial reporting, budget forecast, analysis and control, auditing and tax planning, sales forecast, cost control, invoicing, account receiables and payables, procurement, logistics and material management, engineering & construction contract, hospitality, oil and gas accounting reporting, donor funded financial reporting, among others.
Educational Institutions Attended and Dates
University of Uyo, Nigeria PhD (Accounting) 2018 - 2023 University of Lagos, Nigeria MSc. (Accounting) 2013 - 2018 University of Uyo, Nigeria MBA (Accounting) 2005 – 2010 PATCEE COMPUTERS, Calabar Diploma in Computer Applications 2003 - 2004 University of Uyo, Nigeria BSc. (Accounting 2:1) 1998 – 2004 Professional Qualification:
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) ACA 2018 Associate Member, Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (ACITN) 2020 Skills - Proficient in: * Excel/spread sheet
Microsoft words, Power point, Desktop Publishing
Management of Donor Funded projects
Financial reporting with IFRS (IAS 12) Taxation
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Financial Statement analysis using key ratios
Budget preparation, analysis and expenditure control using Budget
Strategic financial planing
Debtors and creditors management
Inventory control among others
Analytical thinking
Account reconciliations
Strong mastery of accounting principles
Strong knowledge of QuickBooks Accounting software
Strong knowledge of SAGE 50 Accounting software
Strong knowledge of ERP accounting software
Interpersonal communications (written and oral)
Personal Traits:
Attention to details
Teamwork spirit
Knowledge and Self motivation
Time conscious
Numerical proficiency
Result-oriented
Multi-tasking
Integrity
Accuracy
diversity
Accountaility
exellence
Work Experience:
Head of Finance and Accounts 2015- todate ( 8 years) (Willing to Relocate) Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Alawood Investment and Assets Management Companies Ltd. The company is invloved in consultancy services, assets management and contract excecutions across all sectors of the economy including manpower develoment, among others. Duties as Head of Finance and Accounts
Advise the Board on the best decisions to take at a particular time
Advise the Board on available investment opportunities in the market
Manage the company’s financial plans and portfolios
Engage in new business development
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Handle different contracts and oversee the reporting of the contracts in the financial statements of the company
Manage the sister companies financial activities
Train new staff on basic accounting reporting principles
Handle accounts relating to the company’s coorperate social responsibilities (CSR) programmes
Design charts of accounts for proper financial reporting
Develop financial management strategies for the companies
Ensure that group’s business development reports are submitted to the Board monthly
Supervise all financial activities in the group
Ensure the company complies with statutory rules and regulations
Investment of fund in the financial instruments and viable commercial banks
Prepare group and separate monthly cash flow for mannagement decision making
Analyse the groups financial strength, opportunity, weaknesses and threat for corrective measures
Direct the preparation of monthly Payroll to ensure salaries are paid as approved
Direct the monthly pension, Value Added Tax(VAT), Witholding Tax (WHT), Pay-As-You- End (PAYE), Company Income Tax (CIT), Stamp duty etc computations, deductions and remittances to the appropriate tax authorities
Manage treasury to ensure liquidity and financial stability of the company
Handle accounts receiveables and accounts payables
Prepare cash flow financial forecast
Advise on the insurance of company properties
Prepare annual budget and monitors implementation and control cost
Monitor exchange rates on import and export duties differentials based on IAS 12
Monitor the internal control system to curtail wastages and ensures comnpliance
Ensure that cash book, journals, ledger, trial balance, statement of financial positions, statement of financial performance, cash flow statement, depreciation schedules and notes to the accounts are prepared for external auditors to express opinions
Prepare accounts to align with IFRS and GAAP requirements
Consolidate the group’s financial statements.
Work with the external auditors to get the accounts audited annually and respond to auditors’ management letters as and when due.
Ensure that Management and Board decisions and resolutions are carried out promptly
perform administrative duties and any other assigned duties by the Director. Chief Accountant 2009 - 2015 (6 years)
Imari Nigeria Ltd., Akwa Housing Estate, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria 4
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The company was a Mobil contracting firm with multiple engagement in oil and gas, engineering, construction, installation of electronic and security gadgets across all sectors of the economy. The company was also involved with the consultancy services like, training of manpower, supplies, import and export supports to various market demands, among others. Duties as Chief Accountant
* coordinated, supervised, monitored and advised the Board on financial management strategies
* fund management
* prepared monthly cash flow reports
* prepared annual budget forecast and ensured its implementations and control to cut costs
* Prepared cash disbursement register and submitted to the Director on monthly basis
* complied with the company policies and guidelines
* monitored the internal control and provided financial information to the external and internal auditors
* provided leadership by leading in major presentation during monthly business review
* liaised with commercial banks for investment of funds to earn interest especially, funds not immediately used
* determination of export and import duties and exchange differentials
* complied with government tax policies relating to PAYE, WHT, VAT and Stamp Duties
* supervised monthly payroll preparation and prompt payment of salaries
* prepared annual financial statements e.g Cashbook, Journals, Ledger, Trial Balance, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Financial Performance, Cash Flow Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity, Assets schedules, notes to the financial statements.
* got the financial statements audited by the external auditors
* responded to the external auditors’ management letters on the financial statements,
* Filed annual financial and tax returns with the relevant tax authorities
* wrote financial and annual appraisal reports of staff in the Finance and Accounts Department
* documentation of financial records assignment of schedules to staff, among others duties Accountant 2005 – 2009 (4years)
Head of Accounts Section – Pension and Gratuity, Federal. University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria
(Self- Accounting unit)
Supervised and coordinated works: finance and administrative duties
Prepared annual budget and monitored implementations
Examined all accounting books for correctness and accuracy
Discovered and corrected all mistakes and errors
Prepared weekly pension reports for Management decision
Liaised with external auditors for independent audit works
Prepared pension schedules for Federal government funding
Prepared monthly bank reconciliation statements
Paid monthly pension to the retirees
Prepared Bank book, Ledger, Trial Balance
Got the accounts audited by the external auditors. 5
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NYSC State posted to Yobe State 2004 - 2005 (I Year )
Place of Primary Assignment – GGSS Ngezarma, Damagun L.G.A.
Subject: Mathematics and Accounting to SS2-SS3 students
Class Teacher: Kept Class Attendance Register
Workshop/Conferences Attended:
(a) Topics: Audit Queries – The A, B, C, of Response and Defense the Before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
Organiser: The Lagos Mainland and District Society of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) in Collaboration with the Office of the Auditor-General for the Federation, Abuja. Date: July 23rd – 26th, 2018.
Certificate Awarded: Certificate of Participation
(b) Topic: Managing Auditor-Audience Relationship and Roles Conflicts Organiser: The Lagos Mainland and District Society of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) in Collaboration with the Office of the Auditor-General for the Federation, Abuja Date: December 3- 6, 2018
Certificate Awarded: Certificate of Participation
(c) Topic: Disruptive Economy: Implications for the Accounting Profession Organiser: The Western Zonal District Societies of THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF NIGERIA
Date: March 8-11, 2021.
Venue: RCCG Youth Centre, Redemption Camp, Mowe, Ogun State Certificate Awarded : Certificate of Participation. Personal Information:
Full Name: AKPAN, Moses Okon
Date of Birth: December 8, 1976
Marital Status: Married with Children
State and country of Origin Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
Religion: Christianity
Country: Nigeria
Hobbies: Listening to Television news and Newspaper Reviews Referees:
1. Dr. Nsikan John 2. Dr. Itoro Ikpantan,
Director of Investment Administrative Manager
Alawood Investment and Assets Management Nsik Engineering, Uyo. Company Ltd. +234**********
Rivers State, Nigeria
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