IMRAN SAMMA
DAR ES SALAAM,TANZANIA
Summary
Known for fostering growth and stability by implementing financial management strategies. Skills include budgeting, cost management, financial planning, and team leadership. Committed to enhancing company profitability and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Knowledgeable finance professional with background in financial forecasting, budget administration and cash-flow management. Uses strong analysis and research to develop comprehensive annual budgets. Drives continual improvement in department processes and workflows.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant finance manager
DIAMOND SHIPPING SERVICES LTD
Dar es Salaam, TANZANIA
05.2011 - 03.2026
- Identified cost-saving opportunities for improved budget management.
- Supported senior finance manager to ensure financial compliance.
- Liaised with auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit process.
- Undertook ad-hoc projects as required improving overall finance function efficiency.
- Improved cash flow with rigorous debtor control.
- Managed payroll functions, ensuring employees were paid accurately and on time.
- Reviewed and reconciled balance sheets promptly addressing any discrepancies.
- Optimised profitability by conducting thorough variance analyses between actuals and budgeted figures.
- Coordinated timely completion of month-end close processes, maintaining strict adherence to deadlines.
- Assisted in preparation of annual budgets, resulting in efficient allocation of resources.
- Implemented stringent cost control measures, promoting fiscal discipline across departments.
- Provided insightful recommendations based on financial data analysis to drive performance improvement.
- Conducted financial analysis for strategic decision-making.
- Prepared monthly management accounts and reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication for effective budget planning, leading to operational efficiency.
- Ensured accurate forecasting through regular review of sales projections and expenditures.
- Mitigated financial risk by closely monitoring and managing company liabilities.
- Collaborated with various departments for seamless budget execution.
- Ensured business continuity through effective review and management of customer debt and cash allocation.
- Conducted balance sheet reconciliations in system, verifying all entries adhered to company guidelines.
- Oversaw financial reporting processes, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Delivered regular management reporting and supervised quarterly tax calendar.
- Contributed to hiring process by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for best-suited candidates.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
Senior accountant
REGENCY MEDICAL CENTRE
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
08.2008 - 04.2011
- Assisted junior accountants in preparing financial reports while maintaining quality standards.
- Supported tax preparation to mitigate penalties and late fees.
- Aided in managing complex transactions ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Compiled general ledger entries under tight deadlines ensuring precision.
- Guided new staff through training on fundamental accounting principles and company policies.
- Resolved discrepancies in invoice coding while tracking recurring expenses for accrual entries.
- Prepared model reports and charts that represented complex financial data clearly.
- Contributed to the development and management of costing and pricing systems for business goods.
Education
ACCA - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT/CORPORATE REPORTING
FINANCIAL TRAINING CENTRE
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIADiploma of Higher Education - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
BERLIN GERMANYMINI MBA - FINANCE & ACCOUNTING/ STRATEGIS & OPERATION
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
GERMANYSkills
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Innovative mindset
- Auditing standards
- Corporate tax planning
- Management accounts preparation
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Cash Flow analysis
- Cash flow management
- Annual budgeting
- Financial monitoring
Languages
English
Intermediate
Hindi
Intermediate
French
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary
Swahili
Intermediate
Urdu
Intermediate
Affiliations
- WATCHING CRICKET
Timeline
Assistant finance manager
DIAMOND SHIPPING SERVICES LTD
05.2011 - 03.2026
Senior accountant
REGENCY MEDICAL CENTRE
08.2008 - 04.2011
ACCA - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT/CORPORATE REPORTING
FINANCIAL TRAINING CENTRE
Diploma of Higher Education - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
MINI MBA - FINANCE & ACCOUNTING/ STRATEGIS & OPERATION
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT