Sophia Josbert Mwijage
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Highly motivated accountant with a strong desire to embrace new opportunities, continuously learn, and enhance professional skills. Thrives in dynamic and fast-paced work environments that foster a high level of professionalism and support. Committed to utilizing expertise and knowledge to contribute towards the achievement of company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
Gibotel Company Limited
07.2024 - Current
- Mentoring junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Reviewing invoices.
- Training new and existing staff members in various financial procedures and policies to prepare for job requirements.
- Optimizing cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Supporting operations management and project department to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Monitoring budget and revenue trends for ongoing projects and compiling reports for company leadership for decision-making.
- Enhancing budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Reviewing and approving capital and non capital expenditure requests to align with corporate objectives.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Checking payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Preparing internal financial reports for monthly reviews.
Accountant
Gibotel Company Limited
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed accounts receivable and payable and reconciled bank statements on daily basis.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies or trends.
- Provided guidance and support to other departments regarding accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Monitoring cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Maintaining accurate invoice summaries and collection records to enhance monitoring of billing and cash inflows.
- Verifying documented and requested disbursements to facilitate payments.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Accountant and Customs Officer Trainee
Tanzania Revenue Authority
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in passenger and cargo customs clearance.
- Performed examination of passenger's baggage.
- Performed physical verification of good both imports and exports.
- Assisted with assessing the value of good and related tax assessment.
- Assisted in preparation of the bank reconciliation statements.
- Processed petty cash payments and payment vouchers
- Prepared daily collection reports from all customs departments.
- Assisted in passenger and cargo customs clearance.
- Performed all duties assigned by supervisors
Education
Bachelor Of Commerce In Accounting -
University of Dar Es Salaam Business School
Dar Es Salaam 2023
Advanced Certificate Of Secondary Education -
Waja Girl's Secondary School
Geita 2020
Certificate Of Secondary Education -
Marian Girls High School
Bagamoyo2017
Skills
- Results Orientation
- Data analysis
- Verbal and written communication
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Excellent presentation skills
- Client consultation and customer service
- Strong adaptability skills
- Financial reporting
- Strong adaptation skills
- Bookkeeping Knowledge
- Team Building & Leadership
Certification
Certified Public Accountant
- National Board of Auditors And Accountants.
- 12/2024
Accomplishments
- Certificate of recognition for active membership of the Accounting Association of the University of Dar es salaam 2020 to 2023.
- Certificate of outstanding performance in economics at Waja Girl's High School, 2018 to 2020.
- Leadership award at Waja Girl's High School, 2020.
- Leadership award at Adolph Kolping Primary School, 2013.
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Additional Information
- Dr. Aman Mdewa
Lecturer: Department of Finance, University of Dar es salaam.
CONTACT; +255755146527
EMAIL; amanmdewa1@gmail.com - Lona James Kamenge
Assistant accountant: Tanzania Revenue Authority, J.Nyerere International Airport.
Contact; +255 65 361 5455
Email; Lonajames155@gmail.com/Lona.kamenge@tra.go.tz - George Rweyemamu
Territory Manager; Vivo Energy
Contact ; +255754907455
Email; georgerweyemam@gmail.com
Timeline
Finance Manager
Gibotel Company Limited
07.2024 - Current
Accountant
Gibotel Company Limited
11.2023 - 06.2024
Accountant and Customs Officer Trainee
Tanzania Revenue Authority
07.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor Of Commerce In Accounting -
University of Dar Es Salaam Business School
Advanced Certificate Of Secondary Education -
Waja Girl's Secondary School
Certificate Of Secondary Education -
Marian Girls High School
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