Timothy Here,
Learning ‘how to learn’ is life’s most important skill. Tony Buzan
Recently, I was coming from an important meeting in Lekki Phase II,
I came across an old friend somewhere around Philip junction at Ojota,
Lagos. Although it was a dramatic one because he batched my car
but it was a little scratch. He is a big guy using Lexus GX 470 2016
model so we had to settle it in the men’s way.
My sincere apologies for the digression. We exchanged
pleasantries and after some deep conversation, I asked him where
he is currently working because he told me
before we lost contact that he will be changing his Job.
But to my surprise, he is still working with the same company and I
asked what happened? To cut the long story short, he has added
so much value to himself. B He is now a Finance Director of a
company that makes over 5 billion naira annual turnover.
Trust me, I never fail to ask what helped him remain relevant in this
current economy as a paid employee. His responses
are what we will examine below.
1.Knowledge of Accounting Software: according to him he does
not wait for change, he initiated it and under such circumstance, he is
in control. By implication, he has gone for many training on accounting
software so as to remain relevant. You should seriously consider
refreshing your skills through self-learning or by enrolling in a seminar
if you will have the time and if not, acquire the relevant skill through
self-education . Simply put get the tutorial training.
2. Advanced Excel Skills: According to him, any accounting professional
must have advanced skills in Excel. Some functions you should know in
Excel are VLookup, pivot tables and macros etc;
3.Attention to Detail and Knowledge of Current Taxation Laws and
Accounting Procedures: If you want to be a good accountant, attention to
detail skills are crucial for you. You have to be able to pay attention to the
small things.
4.Communication Skills: According to him, he bought many materials on effective
communication because he does not have the time for seminar. Hence, as an
accountant, you must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
To Your Success,
Tim Jibodu ACA, ACTI
PS: it is possible to fly without an aeroplane but impossible to fly without knowledge and
skill. There is nothing like sitting on the fence. It is either you grow on a daily basis or
deplete then become irrelevant which will lead to loss of job, depression, family issues,
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will make you better, very serious. Hence, become relevant by getting
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