Munirah Mtulia
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
A highly competent accountant and auditor with over 10 years working Experience in tax, accounting and auditing environment. I have sufficient And working knowledge in using Microsoft Excel, Word, outlook, PowerPoint and several accounting system such Tally. Effective management of client tax accounts, proper accounting and auditing of various company accounts as per International Financial Accounting Standards (IFRS), greater skills in communicating,Knowledge on financial analysis, Tanzania Tax Laws, Public Finance and Compliance Auditing in Large Public & Private Companies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit & Tax Associate
Tanzanite Accountancy Services
08.2020 - Current
- Performed auditing work under rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Performed extensive assessments of assets, liabilities and equity to verify accuracy in financial reports.
- Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision makers.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted financial, compliance and operational audits.
- Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Worked audit engagements for industries in engineering, manufacturing, non-profit and human resources.
- Gathered and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts.
- Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal, and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues.
- Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits.
- Handled planning and budgeting for audit engagements.
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Followed up to assess and report corrective action completion or progress.
- Consulted decision-makers to gather information and, resolve audit-related problems.
- Met with clients to identify and assess business controls, risks and workflow inefficiencies.
- Consulted clients on internal control systems development and audit program improvements.
- Identified audit risks, prepared budgets, and coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports.
- Assessed internal control risks of network through information system audits.
- Developed audit policies, guiding administrative and technical functions.
- Supervised and developed associates and oversaw auditing activities across operational, personnel utilization and excessive billing areas.
- Interviewed business owners to understand needs and explain audit scope.
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending Tax and audit seminars and NBAA workshops annually.
- To respond to any queries raised by TRA in a timely fashion to avoid any delays in concluding the audit.
- Responded to taxpayer questions and helped individuals complete and file tax documentation.
- Prepared tax returns for individuals and businesses.
- Professionally negotiated and dealt with taxpayers in confrontational situations.
- Kept case data and contact information up to date to expedite proceedings.
- Processed tax payments, set up payment plans and worked with delinquent taxpayers to resolve issues.
- Recommended financial solutions in relation to tax implications.
- Preparation, review and filing of provisional and final tax returns; processing annual tax clearance; monitoring compliance with filing and payment deadlines; correspondence with the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) and attending meetings with the TRA to complete tax assessments; attending to and processing objections to assessments from TRA; application for waivers in case of imposition of penalties; preparation of appeal documents; representation at appeal; maintenance of tax position summary.
- Update on legislative changes and tax developments including budget briefing and regular newsletters; courses on taxation issues for company employees by specific request.
- Preparation of monthly taxes and Filing of Statutory Returns such as VAT, PAYE/SDL, NSSF and City Service Levy.
- To raise the objections should TRA charge any amount or income that is not taxable or disallow any amount that we consider being a deductible expenditure under the law.
National Auditor
National Audit Office Of Tanzania(NAOT)
01.2015 - 07.2020
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Communicated with auditee staff to get necessary information for audits.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Led, managed and effectively reviewed revenue reports to check on effective control and collection of revenue, ensuring and monitoring implementation and enforcement of laws and procedures set out by the government on revenue collection from taxpayers and border stations in URT.
- Reviewed of domestic taxpayer files to ensure that TRA tax auditors have audited them and the correct amount of tax to be paid has been imposed on them.
- Engage in preparation and review of general reports that are later on presented to the president of United Republic of Tanzania.
- Auditing of domestic revenue collections on all border stations in Tanzania (known as transit charges).
- Led Audit of non-government organizations that are being funded by global fund to verify on the utilization of funds according to laws and regulations and that funds meet the intended goals.
- Performed compliance and financial audits for various public authorities (ie; TPA, KLICL, NSSF, TTCL) to check on the effectiveness of internal control and enforcement of procedures on expenses.
- Taken part in the audit of Various Mining company's financial statements for two years consecutively to check on the effectiveness of the internal control system and a general overview of the mining industry.
Accounting and Finance Assistant
Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Monitored and ordered supplies and materials to keep office well stocked.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.
- Collected and input timesheet data into automated accounting system and processed labor corrections.
- Created and distributed agendas for meetings and conference calls as part of meeting preparation.
- Prepared PowerPoint presentations for senior-level staff with attention to detail.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
- Worked on preparation of cash reports, cash flow statements, daily sales and purchase reports but also worked on the alignment of accounting systems (EPICA).
- Practically opened different projects and captured labor and material cost through capitalization of completed projects.
Assistant Accountant
Ilala Municipal Council
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Effectively managed preparation of General ledgers, expenditure and revenue summaries, accounts payables as well as bank reconciliation statements but also assisted in managing grants and other funds from the central government for general development of municipal.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
- Processed payroll by validating work hours and attendance of employees.
- Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations and cash flow.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses, and commissions.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
- Contributed to annual budget development and quarterly forecasts to support continuous adherence.
- Supervised accounting staff to provide feedback and evaluate progress.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
Education
Masters’ Degree in International Business - Business Administration And Management
University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam05.2024
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
Institute Of Finance Management
Dar Es Salaam11.2014
High School Diploma -
St. Marys’ Mazinde Juu Secondary School
Tanga02.2011
High School Diploma -
Jangwani Secondary School
Dar Es Salaam10.2008
Skills
- Report Writing
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Financial Management
- Cost Savings Options
- Continuing Education
- Financial Records Review
- Account Reconciliation
- Annual Reports
- Forecasting
- Financial Statements Expertise
- Accounting Principles
- Bookkeeping
- Tax Law Understanding
- Compliance Review
- Excellent Negotiation Skills
- Audit Management
- Computer literate with good typing skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved tax issues which led tax serving to customers.
- Achieved client goals through effectively helping with monthly tax compliances.
- Supervised team of 10 to 20 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 20 people in the development of client assignments.
- Achieved tax compliances by completing the tax assignment on time with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Training on Overview of Tax Laws in Tanzania hosted by the Tanzania Revenue Authority - August, 2016
- Certified Public Accountant, CPA(T) - October, 2016
Hobbies
I enjoy writing and reading tax laws such as Income Tax Act, 2004, VAT Act, 2014 and other Administrative tax laws to keep updated as a Tax associate so as I can be able to update our clients for proper tax handling.
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Audit & Tax Associate
Tanzanite Accountancy Services
08.2020 - Current
National Auditor
National Audit Office Of Tanzania(NAOT)
01.2015 - 07.2020
Accounting and Finance Assistant
Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited
01.2013 - 12.2014
Assistant Accountant
Ilala Municipal Council
01.2012 - 12.2013
Masters’ Degree in International Business - Business Administration And Management
University of Dar Es Salaam
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
Institute Of Finance Management
High School Diploma -
St. Marys’ Mazinde Juu Secondary School
High School Diploma -
Jangwani Secondary School
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