Elizabeth Kolade
@elizabethkolade
Skilled accountant and analyst with over 8 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a skilled accountant and analyst with over 8 years of experience across various sectors, including IT, real estate, manufacturing, logistics, and consultancy. My expertise lies in strategic financial planning and investment analysis, where I have successfully improved reporting accuracy from 35% to 90% within six months at Zarttech. I am adept at managing data rooms, developing financial models, and preparing comprehensive reports that drive informed decision-making.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my contributions, including being awarded MVP and Next Leader at Zarttech for my outstanding performance. I led an operational efficiency project that resulted in a 90% adoption rate of standardized reporting templates across departments. My analytical skills and attention to detail have enabled me to manage budgets effectively, achieving significant savings and supporting successful funding initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Accountant & Co-Ordinator
Zwart Tech B.V.
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Conducted comprehensive reviews and audits of financial records and processes, ensuring 99.9% data accuracy and integrity. Implemented standardized reporting templates across all departments, achieving a 90% adoption rate, and built financial models and projections for investment analysis.
Finance/Accounting Mid-Team Lead
Barnksforte Technologies Ltd
Jan 2019 - Dec 2023 (4 years 11 months)
Managed end-to-end financial transactions, developed financial proposals for private and government entities, and oversaw taxation and payroll for over 50 employees. Conducted profit & loss reviews with management, evaluated monthly expenses using advanced Excel and Tableau, and prepared a N5.5 billion company budget.
Graduate Account Executive
Banrut Rolls Nigeria Limited
Mar 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year 8 months)
Issued invoices, prepared payment vouchers, and maintained primary books of account including sales, purchase, and cash books. Prepared trial balances, production reports, and monthly bank reconciliations, utilizing advanced Excel for data analysis, projections, and inventory records to guide procurement.
Account Officer
National Youth Service Corps
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Checked invoices for inaccuracies and contacted clients regarding past due payments, effectively handling accounts payable and receivable. Maintained detailed records of business costs, such as labor and material, and reconciled accounts with the general ledger.
Property Accountant
Dreamcity Property Ltd
Managed and oversaw daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting, ensuring timely invoicing and collections. Maintained accurate records of inflows and construction expenses, performed month-end/year-end closing procedures, and assisted in budgeting and forecasting.
Remote Data Analyst Specialist
TrevoTech Academy
Jul 2022 - Dec 2022 (5 months)
Extracted and analyzed sales data to identify top products and customers, creating dashboards using Tableau for actionable recommendations. Performed data analysis and cleansing with Excel, and uploaded/analyzed flat files into databases using PostgreSQL.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji
B.Sc. Accounting, Accounting
Graduated with a Second Class Upper in Accounting. The curriculum provided a strong foundation in financial principles and practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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