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Mwamini Daudi

Mwamini Daudi

Dar es Salaam,Tanzania

Summary

Accomplished Financial Management and Accounting professional with more than 12 years of demonstrated ability to positively impact company growth. Proven skill in employing Accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership. Committed to introducing changes to achieve continuous improvement. Strong analytical, quantitative and problem solving skills. Keen ability to influence processes that drive operational excellence. Expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting and cost control.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Finance

Johari Rotana Hotel
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
05.2019 - Current
  • Reviewed monthly account reconciliations, journal entries and other documents in order to ensure accuracy of the general ledger.
  • Maintained relationships with banks, investors, vendors, customers and other stakeholders involved in day-to-day operations.
  • Participated in negotiations related to contracts, pricing agreements, vendor selection decisions.
  • Assisted in developing strategies for reducing costs while increasing profitability.
  • Provided guidance and support on accounting policies and procedures to staff members in the finance department.
  • Created detailed reports for senior management on budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Worked closely with external auditors during the annual audit process and compliance to ensure accurate reporting of financial results.
  • Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
  • Reorganized finance and accounting departments to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.
  • Oversaw annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability.
  • Developed and maintained strong banking relationships, securing favorable terms for credit facilities and other financial services.
  • Directed comprehensive financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Managed treasury functions, including cash management, investments, and liquidity strategies to optimize financial resources.
  • Supervised accounts payable and receivable operations, improving cash flow management and reducing outstanding debts.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to align financial management with operational and strategic objectives.
  • Led the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to board members and stakeholders.
  • Coordinated with HR on payroll management and benefit fund allocations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
  • · Facilitate stock counts, manage costing process and maintain accurate inventory controls·

Finance Manager

Kings Builders limited
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
  • Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
  • Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
  • Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
  • Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
  • Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
  • Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
  • Maintained accounts payable and receivable records ensuring timely payments are made.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
  • Managed payroll processing activities for multiple entities including tax filings.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
  • Prepared and analyzed financial statements to inform executive decision-making.
  • Provided strategic financial advice to senior management and board members.
  • Managed and forecasted cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations and investments.
  • Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
  • Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
  • Strategized on fund procurement through banks and other financial
  • Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and improve financial processes.
  • Supervised and mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Ensured accurate and timely compliance with tax filing requirements and other regulatory obligations.
  • Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Senior Financial Accountant

Csi Energy Group
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Analyzed trends in revenue recognition practices across different business units.
  • Assisted finance team members with month end close process tasks.
  • Reviewed financial documents and records to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures.
  • Maintained relationships with banks and other financial institutions.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
  • Managed external audits by coordinating with auditors to provide necessary information in a timely manner.
  • Supervised staff accountants in daily activities related to general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable functions, payroll processing.
  • Assisted in developing annual budgets, forecasts and long-term plans for the organization's finances.
  • Performed detailed reviews of journal entries prior to posting into the general ledger system.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making processes by generating financial and status update reports.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Drove improvements to accounting oversight and efficient fiscal management by preparing and presenting quarterly P&L reports.
  • Prepared weekly payroll for team of salaried and hourly employees.
  • Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
  • Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
  • Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
  • Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
  • Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
  • Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
  • Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.

Senior Accountant

Efc Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
10.2012 - 01.2017
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies.
  • Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Monitored cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
  • Coordinated with other departments on various accounting activities such as month-end close process or budget preparation.
  • Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
  • Collaborated with Controller and external auditors to conduct year-end close process.
  • Managed daily and monthly closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
  • Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
  • Liaised with auditors and partners to complete annual audits, external audits and TRA Audits in compliance with local, state and TRA requirements.
  • Preparation of weekly and monthly BOT
  • Production and distribution of financial reports and supporting documents or notes according to their required frequencies
  • Calculated tax owed, prepared and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws which are WHT, PAYE, Skills and Development Levy, WCF, NSSF and VAT.
  • Preparing Payment Vouchers, cheques and dispatching payment, Filling and batching of payment vouchers and its supporting documents.
  • Preparation of the monthly Payroll
  • Managing Fixed Asset Register and Fuel register.
  • Preparing Liquidity management and negotiating the rates for investment
  • Monthly preparation of Bank and Branch Reconciliation reports
  • Handling petty cash, Cashing replenishment of Cheques and transfers to safe inflows
  • System filling, and Dashboard transactions.
  • Managing weekly and end of month inventory taking.

Branch Administrator and Accountant

Armajaro T Ltd
Moshi, Tanzania
11.2010 - 01.2012
  • Greeted clients and visitors to the branch office in a professional manner.
  • Scheduled appointments for customers with relevant department personnel.
  • Maintained cleanliness of reception area to ensure a professional atmosphere.
  • Created and maintained filing systems for records, documents, and correspondence.
  • Managed petty cash transactions on behalf of the branch office.
  • Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
  • • Provide cost effectiveness, posting transactions and balancing of books of accounts, prepare proper accounting for fixed assets and Keeping accountable documents in safe custody, Bank reconciliation and Ensuring prompt banking collections, preparing payment vouchers, journal vouchers.
  • • draft financial statements and schedules for audit purposes in accordance with the International Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards.
  • • Carrying out periodic financial analysis and issue periodic financial reports in accordance with the Management Information System.
  • • Preparation of Payment Vouchers, cheques and dispatching payment to creditors
  • • Assists in the preparation of department budgets and expenses, assists office staff in maintaining files and databases, prepares reports, presentations, memorandums, proposals and correspondence, assigns jobs and duties to office staff as needed, monitors office operations
  • • Implemented new organizational strategies to strengthen filing systems for billing, receiving and delivery reports to optimize processes.

• Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.

Education

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT- CPA (T) HOLDER -

National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.2013

Bachelor of Arts: ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE -

Sokoine University of Agriculture
Moshi, 09
12-2010

High School Diploma -

Arusha Secondary School
01.2007

Ordinary Level Education -

Arusha Secondary School
01.2004

Skills

  • Written and interpersonal communication
  • Financial management
  • Internal control management
  • Coaching and training
  • Problem-solving
  • Financial planning
  • Team leadership
  • Financial reporting
  • Time management
  • Cost accounting
  • Payroll Management
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Asset Management
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Internal Controls
  • Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Fixed Assets
  • Financial Policies
  • General ledger accounting
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Planning
  • Financial statement preparation

Additionalinformation - Referees

  • Mr. Aloyce Beza, JOHARI ROTANA HOTEL – Human Resources Officer, bezaaloyce@yahoo.com, +255713 213 731
  • Ms. Rahma Nahdi, JOHARI ROTANA HOTEL- Former Director of Human Resources, rahma.nahdi@aol.com, +255677 600 700
  • Mr. Fabianus Lyamuya, KINGS BUILDERS LIMITED- Chief Quantity Surveyor (CQS), flyamuya@gmail.com, +255715 332 749/0752 332 749

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Assistant Director of Finance

Johari Rotana Hotel
05.2019 - Current

Finance Manager

Kings Builders limited
02.2018 - 04.2019

Senior Financial Accountant

Csi Energy Group
02.2017 - 01.2018

Senior Accountant

Efc Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited
10.2012 - 01.2017

Branch Administrator and Accountant

Armajaro T Ltd
11.2010 - 01.2012

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT- CPA (T) HOLDER -

National Board of Accountants and Auditors

Bachelor of Arts: ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE -

Sokoine University of Agriculture

High School Diploma -

Arusha Secondary School

Ordinary Level Education -

Arusha Secondary School
Mwamini Daudi