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MAURINE MBAWA

Dar es Salaam

Summary

I am an experienced finance and project management with a strong background in implementing financial systems for both government and commercial clients. I have worked on projects involving ERP systems like Epicor and revenue payment platforms, helping organizations improve how they manage their finances. I’m skilled in areas such as cash handling, asset management, and financial reporting, and I’ve worked closely with banks, mobile companies, and public institutions to make sure systems run smoothly. I’m good at leading teams, working with clients, and making sure projects are delivered on time and meet expectations. I focus on building strong relationships and providing solutions that bring long-term value.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager – Digital Financial Systems Implementation

Soft Tech Consultant’s Limited
06.2022 - Current
  • End-to-end implementation of ERP systems (Epicor ERP and Revenue Payment Gateway) for government and regulatory institutions including Ministry of Finance Tanzania, Ministry of Finance Lesotho, Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar, BRELA, TANROADS, TCRA, and GCLA.
  • Engage with government stakeholders, banking partners, and mobile network operators (e.g., FNB Lesotho, Standard Lesotho Bank, Nedbank, Lesotho Post Bank, Vodafone, Econet) to ensure alignment, compliance, and smooth integration of financial systems.
  • Develop and execute stakeholder management strategies, including conducting weekly progress meetings and monthly project reporting to ensure transparency, alignment, and accountability.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams, comprising internal consultants, software developers, QA testers, and external client representatives, to deliver on-time and within-scope implementations.
  • Ensure a high level of client satisfaction by maintaining strong, responsive, and trust-based relationships throughout the project lifecycle and beyond.
  • Manage key implementation milestones including requirement validation, system configuration, data migration, go-live support, and knowledge transfer.
  • Prepare documentation such as business process requirement document, training manuals, and implementation guides tailored to client-specific use cases.
  • Deliver structured training sessions to end-users, particularly on financial operations such as vendor invoice management and digital payment workflows.
  • Drive risk management initiatives, including the identification of project risks, development of mitigation plans, and creation of risk matrices shared with all project stakeholders.
  • Provide structured post-implementation support, including lessons-learned workshops, to inform future project improvements and ensure long-term system sustainability.

CARE WORK (Part Time)

Manchester
Manchester
01.2017 - Current
  • Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene, ensuring dignity and comfort.
  • Prepared and served balanced meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences, promoting health and well-being.
  • Provided support with mobility, including transfers and ambulation, to enhance independence and prevent fall.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and organizing, to maintain a safe and comfortable living environment.
  • Maintained accurate records of care provided, including daily logs and incident reports, ensuring continuity of care.

Senior Financial Consultant

Soft Tech Consultant’s Limited
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Support Clients such as (Ministry of Finance Tanzania, Ministry of Finance Lesotho, and Revolutionary government of Zanzibar, BRELA, TANROARDS, TCRA, and GCLA on;
  • Training users on the creation and management of vendor invoices.
  • Guiding clients through payment processing, including batch and individual payments.
  • Assisting with vendor on boarding and verification processes to maintain clean and compliant master data.
  • Helping identify and resolve reconciliation differences to maintain integrity between bank statements and books.
  • Training users on recording customer invoices and revenue recognition.
  • Assisting with processing receipts, including applying payments against customer balances.
  • Supporting the maintenance of customer master data, including credit limits, terms, and contact details.
  • Guiding users in generating and interpreting customer statements and handling customer account discrepancies.
  • Helping clients understand financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
  • Helping resolve issues identified during audits to ensure compliance with financial standards.
  • Working closely with technical teams to translate business requirements into system configurations.
  • Continuously monitoring system performance and suggesting process improvements.

Accounting Officer

M & D Chemical and Surgical Supplies Limited
07.2018 - 03.2019
  • Conducted assessments of internal controls within organizations to verify operational effectiveness.
  • Receiving payments from customers and issuing receipts.
  • Preparing invoices, submitting to customers and chasing payments.
  • Performing periodic bank reconciliation of company’s bank accounts.
  • Receiving and scrutinizing invoices submitted by suppliers.
  • Preparing payment vouchers and making payments to suppliers.
  • Keeping custody of copies all receipts, proforma, tax invoices and LPOs.
  • Maintaining daily petty cash book.
  • Maintain and Update the fixed asset Register.
  • Communicating financial performance and strategies to relevant parties.
  • Prepare financial statements and accounting reports to support planning, controlling, budgeting, and decision-making.
  • Ensure that all reports are accurate, timely, and in compliance with relevant accounting standards.

VISA and Accounts (Intern)

Tanzania High Commission
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Assist the Accountants with day-to-day accounting of transactions like recording receipts, banking of postal orders and allocating funds for specific commission activities as well as bank reconciliations.
  • Receiving payments from customers and issuing receipts.
  • Provide customer service by attending to customers in person, over the telephone, and through emails to solve their queries.
  • Assist with the processing of visas for non-Tanzanian citizens.
  • Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.

Education

Certified Public Accountants (Tanzania) – CPA (T) -

National Board of Accountants and Auditors (Tanzania)
Tanzania
06.2025

Masters of Science - International Corporate Finance

University of Salford
United Kingdom
03.2018

BA (Hons) - Commerce and Computer Applications

Vellore Institute of Accountants
India
07.2016

Advanced Certificate for Secondary School Education (ACSSE) - Economics, Commerce and Accountancy

Loyola High School
02.2013

Certificate for Secondary School Education (CSSE) - Business studies

Barbro Johansson Model Girls’ Secondary School
10.2010

Skills

  • Strategic project planning
  • Execution
  • Stakeholder alignment
  • Risk identification
  • Mitigation planning
  • Project controls
  • Communication skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Expectation management
  • Influencing skills
  • Problem solving
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  • Team leadership
  • Guidance

Certification

  • Epicor University's Kinetic Financial Management Certified
  • Tableau Partner Sales Accreditation certified
  • Sage Accounting Certificate
  • Data Analytics for Finance Professionals
  • Cyber Security

Accomplishments

  • Recognized by the Vellore Institute of Technology as one of the top 10 students across the level 1-year group, awarded rank holders certificate.
  • Issued a certificate for participating in Child right implementation with a focus on child protection issues by Dean SSL while at Vellore Institute of Technology.
  • Earned certificates for being a member of Arts club and the UN club whilst Barbro Johanson Secondary school.
  • Earned certificates for Held positions as club coordinator in the Tax club whilst at Loyola Secondary School.

References

  • Mr. Lucious Andrew Killo, Tanzania High Commission, +447538322384, luciousuel@gmail.com, 3 Stratford Place, London
  • Mr. Theoderick Francis, Managing Director, 0713-522 265, mdsurgical@yahoo.co.uk
  • Mr. Gwa Lugano Mwakalyelye, Department Manager, 0784276136, Lugano@yahoo.co.uk

Others

I have a strong interest in business management, with a particular focus on financial analysis and strategic planning. I am passionate about staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, often engaging in reading materials related to finance, accounting, and management. My appreciation for cultural diversity enhances my communication skills, as I am fluent in both English (Advanced) and Swahili (Native), allowing me to effectively collaborate with diverse teams. In my leisure time, I enjoy watching series, swimming and reading novels, which provide a balance of relaxation and creative inspiration that fuels my professional growth.

Timeline

Project Manager – Digital Financial Systems Implementation

Soft Tech Consultant’s Limited
06.2022 - Current

Senior Financial Consultant

Soft Tech Consultant’s Limited
04.2021 - 04.2022

Accounting Officer

M & D Chemical and Surgical Supplies Limited
07.2018 - 03.2019

VISA and Accounts (Intern)

Tanzania High Commission
02.2018 - 05.2018

CARE WORK (Part Time)

Manchester
01.2017 - Current

Certified Public Accountants (Tanzania) – CPA (T) -

National Board of Accountants and Auditors (Tanzania)

Masters of Science - International Corporate Finance

University of Salford

BA (Hons) - Commerce and Computer Applications

Vellore Institute of Accountants

Advanced Certificate for Secondary School Education (ACSSE) - Economics, Commerce and Accountancy

Loyola High School

Certificate for Secondary School Education (CSSE) - Business studies

Barbro Johansson Model Girls’ Secondary School

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