Plot ***, Kubwa Extension II,
Arab Road, Kubwa,
901101, Abuja
Federal Capital Territory,
9th June 2020.
Dear Hiring Manager,
APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF AN ACCOUNTANT
I am writing in regard to your job opening of an Accountant. As a candidate with experience in accounting and finance, I am skilled with quick decision making, pay attention to details, great team work ability, sound knowledge of accounting regulations and standards which are my core strengths. The opportunity to join Baobab Initiative for Life Development interests me greatly. As a holder of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a Second Class (Upper Division), I am also an Associate of Accounting Technician (AAT), and I recently completed the stage 2 of professional level examinations of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (ICAN). I can competently execute: Reporting on the organization financial health and liquidity, preparation of budget forecast, manage all accounting transactions, reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable, computation of tax returns,manage financial statement. I believe that I would make a valuable asset to your team and I offer my resume for your review. In my experience I have demonstrated the highest levels of service and commitment to the mission of any organization I have worked for. Meanwhile, I am currently working at the Vertias Kapital Assurance Plc CBD, Abuja as an Accountant (NYSC) in the finance and investment department of the Company. I believe that my fresh knowledge, sound academic and accounting education, skills and work experience acquired during my internship/SIWES and current NYSC service will make me a suitable and preferred candidate for this role in your organization if I’m considered for the job. I am eager to learn more about how your organization can benefit from my contribution.
I thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you. Regards,
Kehinde Caroline Akogun.
Kehinde Caroline Akogun, B.Sc. Accounting, AAT, ACA
(in view)
C/o Dr. Emmanuel Oladipo Akogun, PhD Plot 593, Solomon Amah Street, Kubwa Extension II, Kubwa, Abuja 090********
Email: addo68@r.postjobfree.com
linkedin.com/in/Kehinde-akogun-928710181
Seeking for opportunity in accounting and finance to utilize my skills acquired and contribute. Eager to learn and begin my career in all industries. Hard working graduate with Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Equipped, through hands-on experience with technical accounting skills and the practical understanding of the application of business and accounting knowledge.
A motivated individual who is committed to a career in the accounting field.
Name: Akogun Kehinde Caroline
Date of Birth: 17th August 1999
Nationality: Nigerian
State of Origin: Kwara State
Local Government Area: Ekiti
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Accounting 2015-2019 University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
(Second Class, upper division)
Senior Secondary School Certificate 2013-2015
Unity High School (UHS)
Phase 4, Kubwa, Abuja, Nigeria.
Secondary School 2009-2013
Redeemers International Secondary School,
Ungwar Rimi, Kaduna State, Nigeria.
Primary School Leaving Certificate 2004-2009
Covenant International School
Gonin-Gora, Kaduna State, Nigeria.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
OBJECTIVE STATEMENT
BIO-DATA
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
I, Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) 2017-2019 Accounting Technicians Scheme, West Africa (AATWA)-ICAN II, CFA Institute (9362572) 2019-date
Investment Foundation Programs
III, Association of Chartered Accountant 2019-date Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAN)
Ms Excel Crash Online Course 2020
(Corporate Finance Institute)
Understanding the Rights of Women and Girls 2020
(YALINETWORK)
Fundamental of Business Expansion 2020
(YALINETWORK)
Nigeria Youth Service Corps (NYSC) 2019-Date
Vertias Kapital Assurance Plc,CBD, Abuja
Raising of Journal to correct transaction errors.
Daily posting of claims and non-claims voucher in the Interface (Insurance Enterprise System).
Preparation of monthly claims paid and reconciliation with outstanding claims for previous month.
Writing of Cheques and the payment of Claims and non-claims.
Preparation of reconciliation statement of bank balance with the general ledger in the Interface.
Filing of all claims and non-claims voucher,ensuring it is well maintained and updated. Accounting Intern 2017-2017
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Abuja
Prepare payment vouchers and the verification of vouchers to ensure supporting documents are complete, and all necessary procedures are followed in compliance with the established organizational system before payment is made.
Payment of advances as approved by the National Coordinator as well as ensuring the retirement of such cash advances and maintaining accounting files.
Properly coding of all transactions and maintaining a database of standardized general ledger and cash book transaction for the station and monthly reconciliation.
Ensure processing of payment of expenses, including per diem and transport to employees for all the field activities and ensuring Travel Expense Reports(TERs) and Travel Advances(TAs) are submitted on time and reconciled properly. WORKING EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
COMPLETED TRAININGS/COURSES
Journal posting to balance the cash advance and expenses for the month advance retirement involving the matching of cash advance to its expense and tracking on outstanding advances and ensures timely reconciliation.
Overall Best Graduating Student in Commercial Class 2013 -2015 Unity High School, Kubwa, Abuja,Nigeria.
Second Best Student In Class 2013 – 2014
Unity High School,Kubwa,Abuja,Nigeria.
YALINETWORK 2020
(Member)
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Research Work for Final Year Students 2018-2019
University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
The Impact of Financial Distress on Audit fees
Microsoft Office Suite:
Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint
Excellent typing skills
Quick decision making.
Drive for Result
Attention to Details
Good Communication Skill
Team work ability and Networking Skill
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to multitask and work under pressures
Monthly Reconciliation
Time Management
Innovative and Creative
ACADEMIC RESEARCH
ACADEMIC AWARD
CORE COMPETENCES
COMPUTER SKILLS
VOLUNTARY SERVICES
Sound Knowledge on accounting regulations and procedures; Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP)
Good Analytical skills
Ms Excel for Financial Modelling
Advanced Ms Excel Formulas
Financial Analysis
Administrative and Secretarial Skills
Traveling
Reading
Gardening
1) Mr. Adenekan (ACA)
Accountant of IITA
2) Prof. Omotesho
Director of Planning,
University of Ilorin
3) Mr D. Bamigbade(ACA)
Lecturer,
University of Ilorin
HOBBIES
REFEREES
SKILLS