EMMANUELLA Abel
Middlesbrough
Summary
Motivated Cost Accountant with 4 years of experience, recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Crew Trainer (Leadership & Operations Support)
McDonald’s
Middlesbrough
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Led and trained team members to achieve consistent quality, efficiency, and compliance with operational standards, improving overall performance and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored daily resource allocation (labour hours, product usage, and service speed) to support efficient cost management and reduce waste.
- Supported management in coordinating shift operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer demand.
- Delivered data-driven performance feedback to team members, promoting continuous improvement and accountability.
- Resolved customer issues professionally, demonstrating strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and food standards, maintaining operational integrity and service excellence.
- Recognised as Employee of the Month (July 2025) for outstanding performance and customer satisfaction, consistently serving over 50 customers daily using the POS system efficiently.
Accounting Intern
Auxilium Finance Limited
Middlesbrough
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted cost reconciliations and variance analysis, improving reporting accuracy by 25%.
- Assisted with cost forecasting and budget tracking for multinational clients, supporting informed financial decisions.
- Managed payroll and VAT reconciliations for multiple entities, ensuring compliance and 100% accuracy.
- Prepared P&L reports and month-end financial statements, reducing reporting turnaround time by 10%.
- Utilized FreeAgent software to manage bookkeeping, invoicing, and performance reporting for over 30 clients.
Accounts Assistant
A.T. Folowosele & Associates
Abuja
09.2020 - 09.2024
- Supported cost control and financial planning processes for audit and consultancy projects.
- Streamlined supplier creation process in SAP, reducing setup time by 30%.
- Monitored project costs, reconciled supplier accounts, and resolved discrepancies with a 98% accuracy rate.
- Assisted with procurement analysis and payment schedules, improving cash flow management.
- Contributed to process automation initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and reporting consistency.
Education
Master of Science - Financial Technology
Teesside University
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom 09.2024 -
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
Landmark University
Nigeria 09.2017 - 10.2021
Skills
- Cost Management & Financial Analysis
- Project & Commercial Management Support
- Budgeting and Cost Reporting
- Cost Control and Variance Analysis
- Procurement and Supplier Management
- Contract and Invoice Administration
- Financial Reporting (GAAP & IFRS)
- Data Analytics & Power BI
- ERP Systems (Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent)
- Stakeholder Communication and Client Focus
- Sustainability Awareness & Process Improvement
Certification
- Chartered Accountant (ICAN), Nigeria – 2023 | Membership No. MB064039
- AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting – Ongoing | Student No. 20507741
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Interested in pursuing RICS qualification (APC) with Turner & Townsend
- Passionate about sustainability, cost optimization, and digital innovation in project delivery
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Crew Trainer (Leadership & Operations Support)
McDonald’s
10.2024 - 11.2025
Accounting Intern
Auxilium Finance Limited
10.2024 - 02.2025
Master of Science - Financial Technology
Teesside University
09.2024 -
Accounts Assistant
A.T. Folowosele & Associates
09.2020 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
Landmark University
09.2017 - 10.2021