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ISSAYA IGNACE MREMA

ISSAYA IGNACE MREMA

ACCOUNTANT
MOSHI,KILIMANJARO

Timeline

Finance Manager/Bursar

Mwenge Catholic University
10.2022 - Current

Assistant Lecturer

Mwenge Catholic Univeristy
10.2022 - Current

Audit Manager

Innovation Flexible Solution(IFS)
01.2019 - 12.2021

Senior Internal Auditor

Tanzania Coffee Board
02.2015 - 12.2018

Auditor

R & S Associates
10.2012 - 01.2015

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

Mzumbe University
10.2011 - 11.2013

Bank Officer

CRDB Bank Plc
07.2010 - 08.2012

Professional Qualification - CPA(T)

National Board of Accountants And Auditors (NBAA)
11.2009 - 11.2011

Advanced Diploma - Accountancy

Institute of Finance Management
10.2006 - 11.2009

Work History

Finance Manager/Bursar

Mwenge Catholic University
Moshi, Kilimanjaro
10.2022 - Current
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Ensure the proper keeping of accounting records, financial matters and maintain internal controls;
  • Coordinate the preparation of quarterly reports and annual financial statements;To ensure that all payments made to staff and third parties have proper authorization and stored safely after payment;
  • To keep proper accounts records and produce to auditors when required;
  • To ensure that all revenues due to the University are promptly and fully collected, banked intact, and are reflected in the Cash Book and properly utilized for intended purpose;
  • To ensure that all statutory contributions like PAYE, Pension and Health are timely deducted and submitted to respective authorities;
  • To make sure all transactions are posted to the respective ledger in the pastel
  • To perform such other functions as may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Assistant Lecturer

Mwenge Catholic Univeristy
Moshi, Kilimanjaro
10.2022 - Current
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Reviewed teaching activities and identified and implemented strategies to improve student ‎learning outcomes.
  • Developed easy and open rapport with students to encourage engagement and academic progress.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.

Audit Manager

Innovation Flexible Solution(IFS)
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Facilitated internal audits and prepared detailed reports on findings.
  • Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
  • Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Assisted staff auditors
  • Recommended changes to management regarding financial operations.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.

Auditor

R & S Associates
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam
10.2012 - 01.2015
  • Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
  • Verifying accuracy and completeness of the client’s records.
  • Preparation of the financial statements of the client as per standards.
  • Preparation of the weakness letter to the management of the client.
  • Preparation of the Auditor’s report to the client.
  • Participating in special audits and special investigations.
  • Reviewing working papers and reports prepared by juniors Auditors.
  • Preparing audit working papers and audit files.

Bank Officer

CRDB Bank Plc
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam
07.2010 - 08.2012
  • Supervised branch operations and made continuous improvements in each area.
  • Prepared employee documentation, routine evaluation measures and recommendations.
  • Processing Telegraphic Transfers (TT) and Tanzania Inter-Bank Settlement System(TISS)
  • Identify customer needs and refer customers to appropriate banking services
  • Accept money and cheques deposited by customers, verify records and receipts, and credit customers' accounts
  • Conduct foreign currency transactions for overseas travelers.
  • Record transactions and answer customer enquiries
  • Open and close accounts for customers.

Senior Internal Auditor

Tanzania Coffee Board
Moshi, Kilimanajaro
02.2015 - 12.2018
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Carries out continuous review of financial and accounting system in operation of the board and ensure that they are adequate, effective and conform to the provision of the Tanzania Coffee Board Financial regulations and Accounting procedures
  • Perform the audit of Board accounts advising on areas of improvement for effective internal control system.
  • Carrying out special assignments/audits and investigations.
  • Advice of changes needing updates or otherwise change of financial manuals, financial policies, regulations and procedures.
  • Prepare quarterly reports and conduct checks and investigate all books of account.
  • Witnessing stock taking and carrying out surprise stock tacking.
  • Preparing internal audit reports.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Education

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

Mzumbe University
Dar Es Salaam
10.2011 - 11.2013

Advanced Diploma - Accountancy

Institute of Finance Management
Dar Es Salaam
10.2006 - 11.2009

Professional Qualification - CPA(T)

National Board of Accountants And Auditors (NBAA)
Dar Es Salaam
11.2009 - 11.2011

Skills

  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Social Skills
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Accounting Packages (Tally and Pastel)
  • Professional Relationships
  • Bank Financing
  • Team Meetings

Summary

-Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

-Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

- Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level finance manager/Director of finance position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

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