Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Affiliations
Languages
COMPUTER LITERACY
References
Personal Information
Languages
COMPUTER LITERACY
References
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SONIA ABDUL SWIMA

SONIA ABDUL SWIMA

Dar es Salaam

Summary

Detail-oriented administrative and accounting assistant with proven expertise in streamlining financial processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in SAP utilization and bank reconciliation, contributing to day-to-day success in the finance sector. Adept at managing logistics and supporting team operations, aiming to leverage skills for professional growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

African Inland Logistics Limited
01.2025 - Current
  • Managed logistics payments and coordinated financial transactions for port charges and permits.
  • Processed online payments through bank portals, including CRDB, NMB, and NCBA.
  • Utilized SAP for bank reconciliation, and ensured accuracy in payment processing.
  • Posted supplier and client payments in SAP to maintain accurate records.
  • Compiled detailed breakdowns of all payments incurred during consignment importation.
  • Maintained petty cash in USD and TZS currencies to support operational needs.
  • Generated EFD receipts for accurate financial documentation.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.

Admin Manager & Executive Assistant

DMA Limited
Dar es Salaam
07.2022 - 12.2024
  • Coordinated office logistics and managed requisitions to ensure smooth operations.
  • Facilitated communication between directors and team members, improving workflow and issue resolution.
  • Oversaw office maintenance while issuing EFD receipts for financial tracking.
  • Reviewed and processed payments and requests to maintain budget compliance.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes to document discussions and decisions.
  • Streamlined communication between directors and team members for timely task updates.
  • Managed event setup and petty cash to support operational needs.

Administrator and Assistant Accountant

Sovereign Payment Solutions & I Link Ltd
Dar es Salaam
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Authorized and documented monetary transactions to ensure compliance and accuracy.
  • Developed monthly budget schedules to manage expenditures effectively.
  • Trained new staff and customers on office platform functionality.
  • Initiated employee salaries for multiple departments, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement.

Cashier

Jawad Supermarket
Manama
02.2019 - 11.2019
  • Maintained accurate transaction records by recording daily financial activities.
  • Processed cash and credit card payments, issuing receipts and providing change.
  • Collaborated with team to restock shelves and ensure product availability.

Practical Training

Shilela Tours
Dar es Salaam
01.2015 - 03.2017
  • Tracked airline schedules to ensure timely departures and arrivals.
  • Provided support to travel agencies in resolving customer inquiries and challenges.
  • Managed booking processes for tickets and hotel arrangements efficiently.

Cashier

Shoppers Plaza
Dar es Salaam
11.2011 - 04.2012
  • Executed timely bank deposits to ensure accurate financial transactions.
  • Managed petty cash reconciliation and maintained daily receipt records for accountability.

Education

Galileo Professional Course - Travel Studies

Travel Port
Dar es Salaam

Travel Studies

Data Star Training College
Dar es Salaam

Certificate of Basic Technician - Accountancy

Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
Dar es Salaam

Certificate of Secondary School Education -

Wali-ul-asr Secondary School
Dar es Salaam

Skills

  • Customer service and negotiation
  • Team collaboration
  • Professional demeanor
  • Record-keeping expertise
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Pressure resilience
  • Bank reconciliation
  • SAP proficiency
  • Payment processing
  • Invoice management
  • Administrative support
  • Continuous learning attitude

Timeline

Accountant

African Inland Logistics Limited
01.2025 - Current

Admin Manager & Executive Assistant

DMA Limited
07.2022 - 12.2024

Administrator and Assistant Accountant

Sovereign Payment Solutions & I Link Ltd
05.2021 - 06.2022

Cashier

Jawad Supermarket
02.2019 - 11.2019

Practical Training

Shilela Tours
01.2015 - 03.2017

Cashier

Shoppers Plaza
11.2011 - 04.2012

Galileo Professional Course - Travel Studies

Travel Port

Travel Studies

Data Star Training College

Certificate of Basic Technician - Accountancy

Tanzania Institute of Accountancy

Certificate of Secondary School Education -

Wali-ul-asr Secondary School

Affiliations

  • Practicing daily prayer and mindfulness.
  • Regular Qur’an recitation.
  • Organizing community events or fundraisers.
  • Traveling and budgeting trips.
  • Attending workshops or webinars.
  • Debating or group discussions.
  • Exploring new cuisines/restaurants.
  • Cooking with precise recipes.

Languages

  • English, Excellent
  • Swahili, Excellent

COMPUTER LITERACY

  • MS office (Word, Excel, Power-point)
  • Tally basics
  • SAP

References

  • Jamshed Zia, Managing Director, Lake Group, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 0697 226 700
  • Robert Madziva, Founder & CEO, DMA Limited, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 0744 015 992
  • Greaves, Founder & CEO, Sovereign Payment Solutions, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, +254 791 059 299
  • Hussein Abdulrehman, Accountant, Wadsworth Distributors (T) Ltd, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 0713 055 750

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 03/19/93
  • Marital Status: Married

Languages

  • English, Excellent
  • Swahili, Excellent

COMPUTER LITERACY

  • MS office (Word, Excel, Power-point)
  • Tally basics
  • SAP

References

  • Jamshed Zia, Managing Director, Lake Group, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 0697 226 700
  • Robert Madziva, Founder & CEO, DMA Limited, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 0744 015 992
  • Greaves, Founder & CEO, Sovereign Payment Solutions, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, +254 791 059 299
SONIA ABDUL SWIMA