Motivated Fraud Analyst touting over 25 years of expertise investigating suspicious activity for both public and private organizations. Knowledgeable resource committed to finding answers and working with clients and interdepartmental personnel. Promoting exemplary skills in project management, analytics, and fraud pattern detection.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accounts Officer
Ministry of Information, Communication and Information Technology
Dodoma
07.2022 - Current
Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
Identified and investigated variances to optimize financial plans and forecasts.
Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
Worked independently with minimal supervision.
Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
Senior Criminal Investigator
Prevention and Combating Corruption Breau (PCCB)
Dar Es Salaam
12.2019 - 07.2022
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Collected sworn written and recorded statements backing up investigations.
Conducted confidential investigations of potential insurance law violations.
Gave official testimony in grand jury, administrative and open court hearings.
Acquired background information from authorities and prepared subpoenas in conjunction with legal division.
Worked with law enforcement, prosecutors and company representatives to handle caseload.
Obtained evidence through direct records reviews and conducted interviews with complainants, suspects and policyholders.
Produced comprehensive investigative reports and official correspondence for criminal prosecution.
Determined case direction based on reviews of wide-ranging information.
Received, analyzed and responded to less complex allegations of misconduct.
Verified compliance with codes and documented findings.
Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
Created and implemented new organizational and filing processes for case logs, criminal records, reports and agendas.
Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation and physical evidence associated with investigations.
Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
Implemented criminal protocol for violent and non-violent offenders, decreasing research time.
Identified labels and stored evidence properly to verify that it was safe and secure.
Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
Managed over 100 tips and applied information to solve complex cases.
Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.
Accountant
Department of Immigrations
Coast Region
06.2017 - 12.2019
Gathered financial information, prepared documents and closed books.
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
Created budgets and forecasts for management group to meet regular accounting deadlines.
Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth and assets.
Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
Improved data collection, financial analysis and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
Gathered data on taxable income, deductibles and allowances for tax preparation.
Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
Offered advice and direction to help clients better understand financial goals.
Identified and investigated variances to optimize financial plans and forecasts.
Modified comprehensive reporting to reflect changing financial structure.
Accountant
National Aids Control Program (NACP)
Dar Es Salaam
01.2016 - 06.2017
Gathered financial information, prepared documents and closed books.
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
Created budgets and forecasts for management group to meet regular accounting deadlines.
Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating and cash and banking reconciliations.
Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth and assets.
Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
Supported monthly reporting analysis to achieve validation of internal reports and to reconcile production operations and general ledger.
Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
Improved data collection, financial analysis and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
Reviewed business operations and obligations to help the organization function at an acceptable level.
Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
Offered advice and direction to help clients better understand financial goals.
Identified and investigated variances to optimize financial plans and forecasts.
Modified comprehensive reporting to reflect changing financial structure.
Chief Financial Officer
Mbeya Zonal Consultant Hospital
Mbeya
09.1997 - 01.2016
Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance and revenue targets.
Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns.
Devised benchmarks to align goals and strategies with underlying financials.
Managed and led direct reports to handle controllership, treasury and corporate finance functions.
Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
Devised systems to monitor, evaluate and track operational achievements.
Delivered forward-thinking and bold insights to enhance business assets and report financial metrics.
Prepared accurate financial statements at end of the quarter to summarize the financial health and performance of the business.
Advised other executive leaders on strategies and intelligence to form relationships, understand current performance, and set agenda for execution.
Conducted detailed analysis of Hospital financial information to drive internal and external financial reporting, stewardship of Hospital assets, and ownership of cash management.
Authored, evaluated, and reviewed reports to highlight Hospital financials to key stakeholders.
Analyzed Medical inventory strategy, reduced expenses, and renegotiated contracts with vendors to Hospital Budget.
Improved cash flow, retired debt, and built cash reserves to control costs and enhance benefits.
Created and deployed initiatives to outperform revenue targets and increase Hospital value.
Tracked cash flow and financial planning to analyze Hospital's financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions.
Initiated back-and-forth communication to negotiate and approve contracts and agreements.
Set and monitored effective financial policies to analyze Hospital financial strengths and weaknesses and propose corrective actions.
Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
Oversaw accounts payable and receivable to track income and expenditures, drive statutory compliance and provide quantitative financial information.
Developed future financial plans to inform critical decision-making related to spending cuts, rightsizing the labor force, and timing planned business investments.
Directed budget development, budgetary controls, and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
Developed and oversaw yearly budgets and financing structure of the Hospital to determine the best mix of Government, Development partners, and internal financing.
Spearheaded contract negotiation and financing to complete high-priority projects and realize target outcomes.
Worked closely with the audit team to hedge against or mitigate operational risks.
Accounts Assistant
Ministry of Finance
Dar es Salaam
01.1996 - 07.1997
Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Reviewed figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, completeness, and accuracy.
Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
Supervised daily bookkeeping operations with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation, and disbursements.
Accounts Assistant
Ministry of National Education
Dar Es Salaam
10.1991 - 01.1996
Reviewed figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, completeness, and accuracy.
Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Preparation of payment vouchers and posting the to-vote book
Communicated regularly with teachers regarding account questions and issues.
Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing them to bank account statements each month.
Education
MBA - Finance
Birmingham City University
United Kingdom
10.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Accountancy (ADA)
Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
10.1997
High School Diploma -
Kashozi Secondary School
Kagera, Tanzania
12.1988
Skills
Risk Level Determination
Case Analyzation
Fraud and Anomaly Analysis
Anomaly Detection
Safety Violations
Team Communication
Customer Accounts Management
Customer Transactions
Account Information Review
Financial Documentation
Detecting Customers
Law Enforcement
Training Junior Team Members
Credit Card Fraud
Writing Problems
Claims Investigations
Loss Mitigation
Procedure Reviewing
Financial Loss Prevention
Witness Interviews
Fraud Investigations
Fraud Prevention and Detection
Risk Management
Confidential Records Management
Domestic Crimes
Hearing Research
Crime Prevention
Evidence Collection and Preservation
Agency Collaboration
Evidence Control
Undercover Investigations
Incident Reports
Criminal Investigations Support
Digital Preservation
Investigation Techniques
Mobile Surveillance
Information Verification
Information Documentation
Testifying in Cases
Jury Testifying
Collections Best Practices
Active Listening
Rehabilitative Counseling
Premises Surveillance
Trial Proceedings
Preventing Incidents
Preserving Crime Scenes
Court Hearings
Expert Witness Testimony
Search and Seizure Warrants
Interrogating Suspects
Claims Investigation and Research
Scene Preparation
Staff Development
Legislative Compliance
Background Check Investigations
Law Enforcement Assistance
Investigative Report Preparation
Witness Interrogations and Interviews
Investigation Oversight
Prevention Programs
Investigating Problems
Social Perceptiveness
Forensic Evaluation
Certification
CFE - Certified Fraud Examiner
Accomplishments
Between the years 2019 to 2022, I participated in investigations of over 5 grand corruption cases with significant achievement
Between the years 2016 to 2019, Conducted several (More than 30) TV and Radio programs on combating fraud and corruption in the public and private sectors, the program's aim was to engage the general public in the fight against fraud and corruption
Between 2016 and 2018 I contacted more than 12 training workshops to officials from public and private organizations on "Fighting Fraud and corruption in government Institutions
In the year 2018, I Supervised a team of 4 staff members to Zanzibar to provide training on "building public trust through reduction of fraud and corruption" to the Zanzibar House of representative
in the year 2009, I conducted a reach on healthcare funding, and manage to come up with a proposal with fraud preventive measures on Hospital revenue. The Hospital internally generated revenue increased from TZS80m per month to over TZS400m a month
between the years 2014 and 2014, I attended training on Managing Investigations and successful prosecutions held in Toronto (Canada) and Texas (USA)
In October 2008, I successfully Completed an International Programme on "Ethics and Accountability: Building Trust and Reducing Corruption" organized by Royal Institute of Public Administration - RIPA International (UK)
in year 2008 I was among delegates who attended "Global Transparency: fighting corruption for sustainable future", Athen, Greece. By International Ant-Corruption Conference - IACC
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Timeline
Senior Accounts Officer
Ministry of Information, Communication and Information Technology
07.2022 - Current
Senior Criminal Investigator
Prevention and Combating Corruption Breau (PCCB)
12.2019 - 07.2022
Accountant
Department of Immigrations
06.2017 - 12.2019
Accountant
National Aids Control Program (NACP)
01.2016 - 06.2017
Chief Financial Officer
Mbeya Zonal Consultant Hospital
09.1997 - 01.2016
Accounts Assistant
Ministry of Finance
01.1996 - 07.1997
Accounts Assistant
Ministry of National Education
10.1991 - 01.1996
MBA - Finance
Birmingham City University
Associate of Applied Science - Accountancy (ADA)
Institute of Finance Management (IFM)
High School Diploma -
Kashozi Secondary School
CFE - Certified Fraud Examiner
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