Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extracurricular Activities
Languages
Certification
Interests & Hobbies
Training & Workshop
Objective
Technical Skills and Competencies
Timeline
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MD ANIKUL ISLAM

MD ANIKUL ISLAM

Tokyo

Summary

Pursuing MBA at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, graduating September 2024. Nearly two years as Head of Accounts in a 100% export-oriented RMG company. Previous roles include Manager of Commercial & Logistics at an Indian buying house and Head of Accounts and Commercial at a UK buying house, totaling over five years in management positions. Additional experience includes 1.4 years as Junior Accountant & Commercial Officer and internships in banking and freelancing.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Relationship Officer & Accounts Executive

Rijik International Co., Ltd.
Tokyo
04.2025 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key clients to enhance overall satisfaction.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to pinpoint improvement opportunities in service delivery.
  • Identified upselling opportunities for existing customers to increase revenue.
  • Consulted with customers to resolve service and billing discrepancies.
  • Conducted regular reviews of customer feedback, implementing targeted improvements.
  • Managed monthly financial closings and reconciled accounts with precision.
  • Supervised accounting staff, providing training on best practices for efficiency.
  • Developed internal controls to improve accuracy of financial reporting.

Department Head of Accounts & Commercial

Badon Fashion Limited
Dhaka
09.2020 - 08.2022
  • Maintained accurate financial records by preparing and filing all vouchers, including Cash Book and General Ledger transactions.
  • Posted all vouchers in ERP software, ensuring timely reconciliation of bank account statements.
  • Generated monthly salary sheets using ERP software, conducting thorough reviews for accuracy.
  • Created periodic financial statements, including trial balance, income statement, and profit and loss statement. Also, monitored cash flow and expenditures across four units.
  • Ensured timely payment of taxes and VAT while coordinating with auditors and tax consultants.
  • Managed yarn bookings in ERP software, updating BTB LCs with required Chairman signatures.
  • Provided daily updates on FDBC realizations, BTB maturity dates, and LC charges through ERP.

Manager - Commercial & Logistics

Hapa Fashions Pvt. Ltd. - Liaison Office of Ten & Co
Dhaka
11.2018 - 08.2020
  • Maintained cash book, balance sheet, and payroll with high efficiency.
  • Prepared monthly income and expense summaries for local operations.
  • Budgeted strategically for office and supplier expenses to optimize resources.
  • Coordinated audit-related issues with Zahur & Mostafiz CA firm for Bangladesh office.
  • Managed import and export documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
  • Oversaw logistics for import/export shipments to streamline processes.
  • Tracked letters of credit meticulously to facilitate transactions.
  • Negotiated with Customs House Agents and shipping lines for optimal sea freight rates.

Department Head of Accounts & Commercial

BLOWFA - Liaison Office of Olympia Int. Ltd. (U.K)
Dhaka
04.2015 - 10.2018
  • Executed all office accounting tasks, including bookkeeping, payroll processing, and ledger maintenance.
  • Managed trial balance updates and accounting software to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Oversaw commercial banking activities, including Master LCs and Transfer LCs management.
  • Coordinated with customs and C&F agents to streamline shipment procedures and documentation.
  • Handled daily communications via email regarding related issues and issued PO sheets to vendors.
  • Completed sales contracts efficiently while maintaining clear buyer communication across multiple platforms.
  • Utilized email, Skype, WhatsApp, and WeChat to connect with buyers in China effectively.

Jr. Accounts & Commercial

Basic Shirts Limited
Dhaka
12.2013 - 03.2015
  • Oversaw basic accounting and commercial functions, such as preparation of salary sheets, coordination of payroll-related operations, and execution of letter of credit (LC) documentation

Outsourcing Quality Controller

Intelligent Image Management Limited
Dhaka
05.2013 - 11.2013
  • Pinpoint inaccuracies in MS Excel and monitor data entry activities to uphold precision and uniformity in operations executed by data entry operators.

Intern

Al-Arafa Islami Bank Limited
Dhaka
01.2013 - 04.2013
  • Verified LC amounts in accounts and ensured accuracy of Excel spreadsheets.
  • Completed LC account forms to facilitate processing.
    Assisted accountants with documentation and financial inquiries.
  • Checked and confirmed matching signatures on checks for compliance.

Jr. Accountant

Salam Trading International
Dhaka
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Maintain ledger book and office petty cash.

Education

MBA - Marketing Management

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)
Beppu, Oita, Japan
09-2024

BBA - Accounting And Finance

American International University Bangladesh (AIUB)
Dhaka, Bangladesh
09-2013

Skills

  • ERP accounting and bookkeeping
  • Taxation and compliance
  • Value-added tax (VAT)
  • International trade activities
  • Cross-platform communication
  • Accounting and finance management
  • Commercial operations
  • Banking services expertise
  • Effective communication skills
  • ERP software proficiency
  • Financial reporting and analysis

Extracurricular Activities

  • Team building and leadership training under Future Leaders, worked as a senior member in AIUB Business Club (ABC)
  • Participate in the AIUB annual business project competition in 2012
  • Now I'm part of one sporting club, Pepsi Sporting Club, Dhaka, since 1998
  • I was a captain in school and college-level cricket and football matches

Languages

Bengali
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Japanese
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Urdu
Elementary (A2)
A2

Certification

  • I attended the TOEIC online Listening and Reading exam and obtained a score of 730.

Interests & Hobbies

  • Hobbies are watching sci-fi movies, cooking, and traveling
  • Interest in exploring technology-related innovations

Training & Workshop

  • Export-Import Guideline Certificate Course with Commercial, Costing, and Documentation Procedure, Export-Import, Commercial, Costing, and Documentation, BDJobs Training Centre, Bangladesh, 19th Floor, BDBL Building, Karwan Bazar, Dhaka, 2018, 8 Sessions
  • Changes in the social compliance landscape and updates to WRAP, know about compliance responsibility, and how to do this for employees and the company. Different rules about NBC Also know about fire instruments, labor law, etc., Accordia Global Compliance Group Inc., Bangladesh, Road No. 2, Niketon, Gulshan-1, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2014, 3 hours

Objective

I am seeking a challenging role that will further enhance my knowledge and skills I am a self-motivated and hardworking individual who believes in my capabilities and adopts a "can-do" approach, which drives me to excel in any task within my capacity.

Technical Skills and Competencies

  • I have a high level of proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. I am fluent in speaking and have strong reading, writing, and listening skills. I possess bookkeeping abilities using Excel, Xero.com, and ERP 9. Additionally, I am proficient in using Google Drive and Dropbox.

Timeline

Customer Relationship Officer & Accounts Executive

Rijik International Co., Ltd.
04.2025 - Current

Department Head of Accounts & Commercial

Badon Fashion Limited
09.2020 - 08.2022

Manager - Commercial & Logistics

Hapa Fashions Pvt. Ltd. - Liaison Office of Ten & Co
11.2018 - 08.2020

Department Head of Accounts & Commercial

BLOWFA - Liaison Office of Olympia Int. Ltd. (U.K)
04.2015 - 10.2018

Jr. Accounts & Commercial

Basic Shirts Limited
12.2013 - 03.2015

Outsourcing Quality Controller

Intelligent Image Management Limited
05.2013 - 11.2013

Intern

Al-Arafa Islami Bank Limited
01.2013 - 04.2013

Jr. Accountant

Salam Trading International
01.2011 - 12.2012

MBA - Marketing Management

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)

BBA - Accounting And Finance

American International University Bangladesh (AIUB)
MD ANIKUL ISLAM