Maxmillian Noel
Arusha
Summary
Accomplished Accountant with a proven track record at Burka Coffee Estates Limited, adept in financial accounts preparation and showcasing strong organizational skills. Expert in interpreting tax laws and enhancing operational efficiency. Successfully implemented Quick Books, significantly improving financial reporting accuracy. Demonstrates exceptional ability to multitask and write comprehensive reports, driving results beyond expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Burka Coffee Estates Limited
07.2018 - Current
- Checking all journal entries before they are posted to the geneal ledger
- Accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations
- Preparation of suppliers payments and follow up on debtors
- Bank reconciliation,payroll verification and staff accounts reconciliations.
- Preparation for Journal Vouchers for monthly accruals,VAT return preparation and filling
- Arrange for VAT audit and preparation for VAT refund claims ( every six month )
- EFD sales records against Financial Statements records reconciliations ( monthly )
- Preparation of Quarterly Provisional/Estimate return for income tax
- Preparation and filling PAYE & SDL returns
- Preparation and submission of all statutory taxes and returns in their due time ( PAYE / Wtax,VAT & NSSF)
- Preparation for Financial Statements for the company
- Fixed Assets Register maintenance ( On acquisition,depression & disposal )inventory control including reconciliations and physical counts.
- Reconcilliation and checking of various stations petty cash books and impress accounts
- Attending all tax matters for the company including handling TRA Audit and reply for queries raised basing on income tax laws
- Familiar with procedures for objection at the Tanzania Revenue Appeal Board ( TRAB ) and have participated on a number of tax cases relating tax disputes
- Signatory to the company audited financial statement as a head of finance as required by National Board of Accountants and Auditors in Tanzania.
Internal Auditor
Guardian Limited
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed and implement internal audit plans and programs to assess the efficiency of risk management, Internal controls, and compliance with policies.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential risks and reputational vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate risks and strengthen controls.
- Carried out technical support to department team with budget planning, monitoring and analyzing to ensure adherence set allocation of funds.
- Performed internal audits of business operations, processes, and functions to investigate anomalies to strengthen internal controls and compliance with policies and procedures
- Review financial statements and accounting records documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with allotment, codes and guidelines
- Analyzed data, trends, and patterns to identify irregularities, discrepancies, and potential fraud or misconduct, and provide recommendations for corrective action needed.
Project Manager
Tanzania Coffee Association
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Installation of Quick Books accounting package and participate in training staff of the association
- Conduct studies in order to form a basis for advocacy i.e A study on Taxes along the coffee value chain
- Prepare Tax reforms proposal to be submitted to the Government for consideration while preparing 2017/2018 National budget
- Secretary to Finance Committee prepare committee meetings and ensure implementation of committee resolutions.
- Preparations of Terms of Reference (TOR's) for studies to be undertaken by the Association
- Preparation of Association Final Accounts and handling annual audit
Senior Accountant
Association Of Kilimanjaro Specialty Coffee Grower
09.2007 - 12.2015
- Maintain all accounting records and finance related items
- Maintain and regularly update cashbook to ensure complete and accurate recording of all transactions
- Consolidate organisational incomes and expenses
- Preparation of monthly management reports
- Bank reconciliation
- Preparation of financial statements for the company
- Handling annual financial audit
- Preparation of Business plan for the purpose of sourcing overdraft from financial institution
- Working with marketing department to ensure all exports are adherance to shipment schedule so as to receive payment early and reduce interest expense
Education
MBA -
ESAMI-Eastern And Southern African Management Inst
Arusha07.2023
Certified Public Accountant - CPA ( T ) - Accounting / Auditing / Tax
National Board of Accountants And Auditors
Moshi12.2016
Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting And Finance - Accounting And Finance
Moshi Co-operative University
Moshi07.2014
Advanced Diploma in Accounting -
Moshi Co-operative University
Moshi06.2007
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
Pugu Secondary School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania06.2003
Certificate of Secondary Education -
St James Seminary
Moshi09.2000
Skills
- Finanal Accounts preparation
- Strong organisational skills and ability to multi task
- Ability to write reports,business correspondence and procedures manuals
- Interpretation of tax laws
Additional Information
References
1.Dean Peterson
Direcror
Burka Coffee Estates Limited
Phone : 0784824639
e mail : dean.peterson@burkacoffee.com
2. John Machunda
Senior Manager - National Microfinance Bank
Dar es salaam
Phone : 0756 000 533
3. Haika Mawalla
Return Recovery Reintergration Officer
UN Mission in South Sudan
Phone : +255745444409 / e mail : mawalla.haika@gmail.com
Timeline
Accountant
Burka Coffee Estates Limited
07.2018 - Current
Internal Auditor
Guardian Limited
01.2017 - 06.2018
Project Manager
Tanzania Coffee Association
01.2016 - 12.2016
Senior Accountant
Association Of Kilimanjaro Specialty Coffee Grower
09.2007 - 12.2015
MBA -
ESAMI-Eastern And Southern African Management Inst
Certified Public Accountant - CPA ( T ) - Accounting / Auditing / Tax
National Board of Accountants And Auditors
Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting And Finance - Accounting And Finance
Moshi Co-operative University
Advanced Diploma in Accounting -
Moshi Co-operative University
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
Pugu Secondary School
Certificate of Secondary Education -
St James Seminary
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