Elena

ELENA OSAWARU
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | Abuja FCT

Summary

Motivated and detailed Accountant proficient in MS Office and accounting software. Bringing 5 years of hands-
on experience managing general ledger functions and maintaining accounts payables. Independent and self-
motivated team player possessing outstanding mathematics and analytical abilities.
With strong IFRS and GAAP knowledge, coordinated month-end procedure, financial statement reporting, and
data analysis expertise.

Skills

• Auditing • IFRS and US GAAP
• Account Reconciliation and financial statements • Monthly / Quarterly / Year End Reports
expertise • Financial reporting
• Process improvement, Accounting Policy • Accounts reconciliation
• Automated Systems and Procedures

Experience

GIZ, Deutsche Gesellschaft | Abuja, • Coordinate the month-end close process
FCT • Conduct bank reconciliation with meticulous attention to detail.
Finance Manager/Accountant • Facilitated seamless bulk payment uploads on the GAP platform.
09/2021 – Current • Assisted in the verification and validation of invoices to ensure
accuracy.
• Ensured all required documents were obtained, correctly calculated,
and received appropriate approvals and reviews.
• Maintain accounting records, recorded journal entries within the
general ledger, prepared bill payments and completing monthly cash
reconciliation.
• Review business expense reports summitted by employee on
monthly basis for timely submission of expenses with proper receipt
support and appropriate detailed documentation.
• Prepare and record accounting journal entry for month-end close
process.
• Collaborate with Controller and external auditors to provide
supporting documentation and assistance with the annual audit.
• Developed and documented business processes and accounting
policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other
transactions.

ALPARI, Federal Capital Territory | • Performed accurate and timely bank reconciliations for bank
FCT, Abuja statements and daily reports.
Accountant • Uploaded daily exchange rates with precision and attention to detail.
06/2018 - 08/2021 • Efficiently handled bulk payment uploads on GAP platform.
• Prioritized and addressed pending client requests promptly and
professionally.
 • Extracted client requests from CMS and transferred data to Excel for
smooth payment uploads.
• Managed payment processes for recurrent expenditures effectively.
• Contributed to fundamental analysis utilized on the company's
website.
• Maintained open communication and coordination with company
sales and customer representatives, ensuring punctual payment
processing for clients' requests.
• Facilitated smooth payment transactions between resources.
• Verified and cross-referenced client ID numbers to ensure accuracy
and alignment with their registered names for payment processing.
• Performed day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying,
classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables'
data.
• Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and
reviewing completed work to reduce errors.

ALPARI - Abuja, Federal Capital • Prepared comprehensive vouchers for a diverse range of incomes
Territory | Abuja, CA and expenditures.
Account Assistant • Conducted meticulous reconciliation of accounts against statements,
11/2016 - 05/2018 independently resolving any discrepancies.
• Handled processing of invoices and large payments under the
guidance of senior accounting staff.
• Proficiently uploaded transactions into the accounting package
system, ensuring data accuracy.
• Efficiently retrieved requested records and files during audits and
regular financial data reviews.
• Conducted thorough reviews and verification of journal entries,
receipts, and tax data to maintain precise records.
• Proactively reconciled and addressed any identified discrepancies,
implementing measures to prevent future incidents.
• Adhered to company procedures by scanning documents,
statements, and invoices into encrypted databases securely.
• Provided assistance in preparing monthly financial statements.
• Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other
expenses and financial records.
• Reviewed general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitored accounts payable and receivable statuses and delegated
related tasks.

Education and Training

Benson Idahosa University
Bachelor of Science in Accounting

ICAN certification. Actively pursuing my ICAN certification. (Passed two section)

Key Achievement

• Successfully processed over 100 client requests, including deposits and withdrawals, daily, ensuring
timely completion and receiving minimal complaints regarding pending requests.
• Played a pivotal role in introducing and implementing a new system, leading to efficient payment
uploads, and streamlining the payment process.
• Made valuable contributions by suggesting various ideas to enhance the development of the company's
website, contributing to its overall growth and online presence.