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Ekwem Cindy

@ekwemcindy

Audit Associate and AAT-certified accounting professional improving financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance.

What I'm looking for

I’m seeking an audit and accounting role where I can strengthen internal controls, deliver accurate financial reporting and tax compliance, and grow toward ICAN certification in a collaborative, standards-driven environment.

I’m an AAT-certified accounting professional with 3+ years of progressive experience across audit and assurance, financial reporting, tax compliance, and full-cycle accounting operations. I bring a detail-driven approach to risk assessment, compliance testing, and internal controls evaluation.

In my current role as an Audit Associate, I conduct comprehensive risk assessments and perform audit procedures in line with International Standards on Auditing (ISA). I analyze financial statements to surface control weaknesses and material misstatements, and I prepare audit working papers and recommendations that help clients strengthen their control frameworks.

Previously, I managed full-cycle accounting for a hospitality business, handling 100+ monthly transactions with 100% accuracy and improving reporting accuracy by 25%. I also owned VAT, PAYE, and Food, Drink & Accommodation tax filing, reduced stock variances by 15%, and supported smoother payment operations through stronger internal controls.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

BF

Current

Audit Associate

Current

Bc Nwankwo & Co Audit Firm

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Conducted risk assessments and executed ISA-compliant audit procedures across retail, manufacturing, and services, supporting 15+ engagements with 100% firm-protocol compliance. Prepared audit working papers, followed up client action plans, and achieved a 95% on-time delivery rate for assigned work.

Risk Assessment International Standards On Auditing (ISA)Financial Statement Analysis Compliance Testing

MH

Accountant

More Life Hotel

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Managed full-cycle accounting for a hospitality business, processing 100+ monthly transactions with 100% accuracy and improving reporting accuracy by 25% through monthly financial statement preparation. Handled payroll for 30+ employees and tax compliance (VAT and PAYE), implemented inventory controls that reduced stock variances by 15%, and reduced declined POS payment issues by 30%.

Accounts Payable Receivable Financial Reporting General Ledger Management Bank Reconciliation Accounts Payable Receivable Payroll Processing Inventory Control Cash Flow Management

BC

Field Operations Officer

Benin Electricity Distribution Company

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)

Conducted field operations by reading and capturing data for 200+ customer meters weekly, liaising with billing departments to generate accurate customer bills on time. Compiled customer satisfaction reports and reduced billing disputes by 20% by reporting faulty meters to technical teams while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Field Operations Data Capture Billing Coordination Confidentiality Service Improvement Identification

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

FO

Federal Polytechnic Oko

Higher National Diploma (HND), Accountancy

2019 -

Completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy at Federal Polytechnic Oko.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

Gmail

Microsoft Excel

Compiled

QuickBooks

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