AUGUSTINO CHIWANGU
CHALINZE
Summary
Ambitious Finance Manager offering over five (5) years years of experience increasing productivity through automation of processes. Confident individual with track record of accurate reporting and analysis. Highly experienced in mentoring employees, leading talented teams and making decisions promptly.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
Tindwa Medical and Health Services Limited
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
09.2020 - Current
- Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Conducted risk management assessments and created strategies to minimize potential risks.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Provided guidance on accounting issues related to new business initiatives.
- Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Performed due diligence activities prior to making strategic investments or acquisitions.
- Evaluated existing processes within the finance department and identified areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
- Developed forecasting models utilizing historical data trends to predict future revenues and expenses.
- Managed payroll processing activities for multiple entities including tax filings.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
- Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
- Made estimates of funds required for short and long-term financial objectives of organization.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Communicated with stockholders or other investors to provide information or raise capital.
- Reconciled monthly payroll accounts to ensure accurate payments to employees.
- Managed payroll for temporary, hourly and salaried employees.
FINANCE OFFICER (RECEIVABLE)
Tindwa Medical and Health Services Limited
Dar Es Salaam , Tanzania
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Ensured timely and accurate posting of customer payments to accounts receivable ledger.
- Maintained up-to-date records of customer invoices and payments.
- Prepared monthly statements for customers, reconciled discrepancies and resolved any issues.
- Assisted with the collection of outstanding balances from customers.
- Managed bank deposits and posted cash receipts into accounting system.
- Performed daily bank reconciliations ensuring all entries were accurately recorded.
- Investigated customer inquiries relating to account status, payment history or other related information.
- Created detailed reports on overdue accounts, aging reports, month end closing activities.
- Provided support to external auditors by providing necessary documentation for audit purposes.
- Implemented internal controls around accounts receivable process ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Monitored customer credit limits ensuring that no orders are placed which exceed the established limit.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and reports, including monthly and annual accounts.
- Created spreadsheets to track budget expenses and income.
- Reconciled bank statements on a regular basis.
- Prepared invoices for customers and suppliers.
- Ensured compliance with statutory regulations related to finance operations.
- Advised senior management on financial matters relating to current business activities.
- Performed ad hoc tasks related to finance operations as requested by senior managers.
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT INTERN.
PERGAMON GROUP LIMITED
Dar Es Salaam , Tanzania
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Prepared journal entries to record financial transactions into the general ledger system.
- Performed month-end closing procedures including preparation of trial balance sheets.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely payment processing.
- Participated in special projects as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
- Provided customer service regarding accounting inquiries or requests for information.
- Processed invoices, payments, receipts, and other transactions.
- Reconciled bank accounts on a monthly basis.
- Compiled data from various sources to prepare reports for management review.
- Maintained accurate records of all accounting entries in the system.
- Generated weekly sales reports for senior management team members.
- Filed and archived financial statements and accounting files.
- Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
- Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
- Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 07-2018
Diploma in Business Administration (Accounting) - Business Administration
St John's University of Tanzania
Dodoma, Tanzania.07-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Advance Secondary Education
Kigonsera High School
Mbinga, RuvumaSome College (No Degree) - O'level Secondary Education
Kiamili Secondary Secondary School
Mbinga, RuvumaSkills
- Financial Management
- Budget Forecasting
- Performance Analysis
- Performance Reviews
- Cost accounting
- Internal Controls
- Variance Analysis
- Cash Flow Management
- Financial Analysis
- Mentoring and training
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Affiliations
- Going out or socializing
Extreme sports
- Religious or political activities
- Listening to music
- Watching TV
- Family
Accomplishments
- Third Employee of the Year Award at Tindwa Medical and Health Services Limited 2020/2021
Certification
- Certificates for Virtual Business Management skills Training Course At Middle management level, 2023
- Certificate of Successful Completion ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 Overview, Internal Auditing & Report Writing Course, 2022
- Certificate of participation Electronic Commerce and entrepreneurship at St John's University of Tanzania 2015
- Computer Application Certicate at Songea VTC, 2011
Timeline
Finance Manager
Tindwa Medical and Health Services Limited
09.2020 - Current
FINANCE OFFICER (RECEIVABLE)
Tindwa Medical and Health Services Limited
08.2019 - 08.2020
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT INTERN.
PERGAMON GROUP LIMITED
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
Diploma in Business Administration (Accounting) - Business Administration
St John's University of Tanzania
Some College (No Degree) - Advance Secondary Education
Kigonsera High School
Some College (No Degree) - O'level Secondary Education
Kiamili Secondary Secondary School
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