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FABRICE HOUNKPATIN

FABRICE HOUNKPATIN

Dortmund

Summary

Detail-oriented and dedicated Accountant with over three years of comprehensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and tax compliance. Proven track record in leading month-end and year-end closing processes, implementing effective internal controls, and conducting insightful financial analysis. Adept at managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing accurate financial statements, and mentoring junior staff. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and a commitment to ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Seeking to leverage expertise to contribute to the financial success and efficiency of a dynamic organization.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

Hono Plaster and Interior Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2022
  • Prepared comprehensive financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Led month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial transactions were recorded and reconciled timely.
  • Developed budgets and financial forecasts, analyzed variances, and provided actionable insights to management.
  • Prepared and filed tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, resulting in zero penalties.
  • Implemented and monitored internal controls, leading to successful audit with no significant findings.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections, improving cash flow by 15%.
  • Conducted financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
  • Supervised and mentored junior accountants, enhancing team productivity by 20%.

Junior Accountant

Hono Plaster And Interior Ltd
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Maintained general ledger accounts and recorded daily transactions accurately, improving data integrity.
  • Performed regular bank reconciliations and reconciled discrepancies, reducing reconciliation time by 30%.
  • Assisted in preparing financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Managed invoices and payments, tracked accounts receivable, and followed up on outstanding invoices, reducing overdue accounts by 25%.
  • Assisted with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Prepared financial reports and summaries for management, contributing to better-informed financial decisions.

Accounting Intern

Deloitte
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Supported preparation of financial statements and reports, contributing to accurate and timely reporting.
  • Inputted financial data into accounting software, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
  • Assisted with bank reconciliations and reconciled accounts payable and receivable, ensuring financial accuracy.
  • Filed and organized financial documents, assisting with various administrative tasks related to accounting.
  • Gained practical experience in accounting principles and practices, shadowing senior accountants and learning from their expertise.

Education

Master of Arts - Digital Business Modelling And Entrepreneurship

Hochschule Der Bayerischen WIrtschaft
Munich
04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Banking Finance And Insurance

UATM GASA Formation
Cotonou
06.2020

Skills

  • Accounting Software Proficiency (Xero, Oracle,SAP)
  • Microsoft Excel Skills
  • Financial Reporting
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Auditing
  • Taxation Knowledge
  • Financial Analysis
  • German GAAP (HGB)

Languages

English
French
German

Timeline

Accountant

Hono Plaster and Interior Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2022

Junior Accountant

Hono Plaster And Interior Ltd
09.2019 - 08.2020

Accounting Intern

Deloitte
03.2019 - 08.2019

Master of Arts - Digital Business Modelling And Entrepreneurship

Hochschule Der Bayerischen WIrtschaft

Bachelor of Arts - Banking Finance And Insurance

UATM GASA Formation
FABRICE HOUNKPATIN