AWIA HIRJI KAPIKULILA
DAR ES SALAAM
Summary
Finance and administration manager with proven ability in delivering comprehensive financial reporting and strategic investment analysis. Expertise in budget forecasting, expense management, and regulatory compliance to enhance financial operations. Demonstrated success in driving organizational growth through effective financial strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and Administration Manager
CORNERSTONE PARTNERS LTD
Dar es Salaam
08.2017 - Current
- Analyze budgets forecasts and current trends to support overall financial operations
- Produced financial reports detailing expenses, income, and outstanding balances for informed decision-making
- Manage expense tracking and personnel vouchers
- Reconciled accounts and investigated variances
- Updated daily transaction records to streamline payroll and billing administration
- Prepared bi-weekly payroll for 3 employees and maintained all associated files
- Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements
- Conducted investment analysis to evaluate potential fund allocations. to ensure proper allocations of funds
- Coordinated schedules and monitored changes to ensure timely communication among team members and advisory committee
- Handle logistical planning for regular meetings and other events
- Tracks assigned project steps/timetables, coordinates with relevant team members and provides assistance and/or information on project –related matters
Financial Analyst and Fund Manager
HARADALI CAPITAL LTD
Dar es Salaam
08.2017 - Current
- Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends, guiding revenue profitability and expense forecasts
- Performing complex financial and budget analyses to determine requirements and justify requested funding
- Utilized relevant financial technology to generate reports and recommend courses of action to upper management, enhancing decision-making processes
- Conducting detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations trends and potential areas of improvement
- Evaluate financial performance of investments acquisitions and other business opportunities to provide strategic recommendations
- Develop corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security
- Assisting in preparation of presentation data tables and other documents for investor meetings
- Created financial strategies that optimized portfolio performance and minimized risk exposure
- Develop financial projections and forecasts to guide investments decisions.
Cashier
RICOH ARENA
Coventry
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Operating cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
- Welcomed customers entering store and addressed needs to enhance shopping experience
- Cultivated relationships with customers to encourage repeat visits
- Counted cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to ensure accuracy
- Worked flexible schedule to support store operations and extra shifts to meet business needs
Assistant Accountant
EDGE COSULTING
Dar es Salaam
10.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted in preparation of quarterly financial statements and management accounts, ensuring compliance with reporting standards.
- Verified accuracy of invoices and accounting documents, contributing to accurate financial reporting.
- Reviewed reconciliations of general ledger entries to ensure accuracy.
- Managing daily banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers.
- Supported external auditors during annual audit engagements, facilitating efficient audit processes.
- Organizing and maintaining filing systems for all accounting documents.
Field work
NMB BANK LTD
Dar es Salaam
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior service and troubleshooting issues effectively.
- Prepared and posted customer salaries into accounts accurately and on time.
- Verified correct posting of salaries on customer accounts to ensure accuracy.
- Addressed customer queries regarding salary posting issues to provide timely assistance.
- Responded to customer inquiries about salary details to provide accurate information.
- Collected, arranged, and inputted customer information into the database system to ensure data accuracy.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to improve products and services.
Education
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
National Board of Accountants And Auditors
Dar Es Salaam11-2028
Msc - Accounting and financial management
Coventry University
United Kingdom11-2015
Bachelor Degree - Finance and Banking
Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)
Arusha09-2013
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) - Commerce And Accounting
St Matthew High School
Mkuranga Pwani05-2010
Ordinary Certificate of Secondary Education Examination, (CSEE) - Business
St Matthew Secondary School
Mkuranga Pwani11-2007
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Investment strategies
- Tax compliance management
- Regulatory compliance
- Accounts receivable management
- Credit risk assessment
- Financial document review
- Prioritization and planning
- Constructive feedback
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Currently working with Cornerstone as Finance and administrative Executive, Awia have a good understanding of banking, accounting and financial analysis with over four (4) years of experience. I am a flexible and energetic person who likes to work under any kind of environment. I am a self-motivated person who strongly believes in team work and above all accomplishing the set goals and going beyond. I am hard working and very responsible person.
Affiliations
- Volunteering in educating women about personal finance at the church in Kisemvule Pwani
Timeline
Finance and Administration Manager
CORNERSTONE PARTNERS LTD
08.2017 - Current
Financial Analyst and Fund Manager
HARADALI CAPITAL LTD
08.2017 - Current
Cashier
RICOH ARENA
11.2015 - 01.2016
Assistant Accountant
EDGE COSULTING
10.2013 - 08.2014
Field work
NMB BANK LTD
08.2012 - 10.2012
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
National Board of Accountants And Auditors
Msc - Accounting and financial management
Coventry University
Bachelor Degree - Finance and Banking
Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) - Commerce And Accounting
St Matthew High School
Ordinary Certificate of Secondary Education Examination, (CSEE) - Business
St Matthew Secondary School