RICHARD MBAGA
DAR ES SALAAM
Summary
Seasoned professional in general and operations management with comprehensive experience in leading teams, optimizing processes, and implementing cost-effective strategies. Skilled in Financial management, strategic planning, staff development, and operational efficiency, consistently improving workflow and reducing costs. Proven track record of enhancing overall business performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operations Manager
Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung
Mbeya
05.2016 - 08.2023
- Implementing project and strategic management, including financial control and administration.
- Human Resource Management, Development, and Learning.
- Partners and Stakeholders Management.
- Provided leadership to 35 employees through coaching, feedback, and performance management.
- Coordinated the development of annual and semiannual work plans.
- Collaborated with managers to assess needs and develop program plans.
Senior Accountant
Kilimanjaro Plantation Limited
Moshi
08.2008 - 01.2014
- Developed strategies to improve accounting systems and processes.
- Oversaw accounting operations and financial paperwork.
- Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
- Updated and managed accounts payable and receivables databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Prepared and supported budget administration with detailed expense analyses and report reviews.
- Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
- Monitored cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Determined tax owed, completed and filed returns, and upheld compliance laws.
- Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with relevant authorities.
- Implemented new accounting software system across all departments.
Management Accountant
Bonite Bottlers Limited
Moshi
07.2007 - 07.2008
- Receivables and Payables Management.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Maintain accurate documentation for different vendors, and streamline procurement processes.
- Coordinating stock control operations with regional warehouses and vending centers.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
Accountant
City Coffee and Mazao Limited
Moshi
11.2005 - 07.2008
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering appropriate information and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Prepared periodic financial statements.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Supported financial and industry certification audits.
Education
Certified Public Accountant (T) -
National Board of Accountant and Auditors
Post Graduate Diploma - Accounting and Finance
Moshi Cooperative University
Advanced Diploma - Accounting
Moshi Cooperative University
Skills
- Effective communication
- Project Management
- Financial Administration
- Financial reporting
- Workflow planning
- Human resource management
- Procurement and planning
- Human Resource Management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial reporting software, such as Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, Sun Systems, and Tally Dynamics
Training
- Project Management
- Organization Psychology
- Organization Coaching Strategies
References
- Ralph Medoch, Managing Director, Cetco Coffee Limited, P.O Box 1088, Moshi, Tanzania, +255 786 723 100, ralph@cetcocoffee.com
- Emmanuel Tivai, Head of Quality and Safety, Air Tanzania Company Limited
Languages
- English
- Swahili
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Field Operations Manager
Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung
05.2016 - 08.2023
Senior Accountant
Kilimanjaro Plantation Limited
08.2008 - 01.2014
Management Accountant
Bonite Bottlers Limited
07.2007 - 07.2008
Accountant
City Coffee and Mazao Limited
11.2005 - 07.2008
Certified Public Accountant (T) -
National Board of Accountant and Auditors
Post Graduate Diploma - Accounting and Finance
Moshi Cooperative University
Advanced Diploma - Accounting
Moshi Cooperative University
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