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Natalia Masoud

Natalia Masoud

Zanzibar

Summary

Quality-driven professional with several years of comprehensive experience in supporting accounting functions and working collaboratively with teammates. Proficient in accurately inputting data and recording day-to-day transactions. Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable and receivable.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Assistant

Dnata Zanzibar Aviation Zanzibar
Zanzibar
10.2022 - Current
  • Maintained a record of all financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepared invoices for customers and suppliers.
  • Provided administrative support to the finance department, such as filing documents and responding to queries.
  • Liaised with auditors during year-end audits, providing supporting documentation when necessary.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audit processes.
  • Conducted regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.

Operations Manager

Colors of Zanzibar
Zanzibar
09.2018 - 09.2022
  • Developed and implemented tourism marketing plans to promote destination awareness.
  • Assisted in developing tours and packages tailored to customer needs.
  • Monitored industry trends and advised on changes needed for improved performance.
  • Provided customer service support by responding promptly to inquiries and complaints.
  • Maintained relationships with tour operators, travel agents, media outlets, hotels, airlines.
  • Supervised staff members involved in hospitality services, such as drivers and tour guides.
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure high standards of customer satisfaction.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Reservation Officer

Simba Safaris LTD
Arusha
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Provided customer service to guests by answering inquiries about hotel services and policies.
  • Processed reservations, cancellations and modifications of existing reservations.
  • Assisted in resolving guest complaints with professionalism and courtesy.
  • Verified availability of requested accommodations based on established guidelines.
  • Managed incoming calls efficiently by providing accurate information regarding availability and rates in accordance with company policy.
  • Assisted customers via phone by providing confirmations, answering questions and offering general information.

Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager

Melisha Media Production Zanzibar
Zanzibar
11.2016 - 06.2017
  • Developed detailed segmentation plans to identify target audiences for marketing campaigns.
  • Created reports on key performance indicators related to targeting activities.
  • Identified opportunities for growth by analyzing current customer data.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to facilitate delivery of targeted content or ads.
  • Built and maintained relationships with clients.

Education

Bachelor Degree - Financial Administration With Accounting

Zanzibar Institute Of Financial Administration
Zanzibar, Tanzania
12-2016

Ordinary Diploma - Financial Administration With Accounting

Zanzibar Institute Of Financial Administration
Zanzibar ,Tanzania
01-2013

Secondary Education -

High-View International School
Zanzibar, Tanzania
01-2010

Skills

  • Journal backup
  • Yearly reporting
  • Audit tracking
  • Month-end closing support
  • Debt collection
  • Interpersonal and verbal communication

Accomplishments

Second winner at ZANZIBAR BUSINESS INCUBATOR BIG Competition.

Languages

KISWAHILI
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Finance Assistant

Dnata Zanzibar Aviation Zanzibar
10.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

Colors of Zanzibar
09.2018 - 09.2022

Reservation Officer

Simba Safaris LTD
08.2017 - 07.2018

Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager

Melisha Media Production Zanzibar
11.2016 - 06.2017

Bachelor Degree - Financial Administration With Accounting

Zanzibar Institute Of Financial Administration

Ordinary Diploma - Financial Administration With Accounting

Zanzibar Institute Of Financial Administration

Secondary Education -

High-View International School
Natalia Masoud