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SUMMARY
Results-oriented accounting professional with several years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related settings. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Chief Accountant
Amariah Hotel and Apartments Ltd, Dar Es Salaam
01.2021 - Current
Preparation of financial reports
Ensured timely payment of taxes by preparing tax returns on a quarterly basis
Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data
Preparation of staff payroll and filing statutory returns
Managed the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts in accordance with company policies
Prepared monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial statements
Reviewed, analyzed and verified accuracy of financial documents such as invoices, bills and ledgers
Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory
Monitored cash flow activities including forecasting future needs
Prepared detailed reports summarizing financial results on a monthly basis
Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions
Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding
Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
Accountant
Supervision Corporation
11.2019 - 12.2020
(COASCO) - Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Analyzed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital
Processed payroll transactions and maintained employee financial records
Prepared journal entries to record various business activities such as sales revenue, expenses
Calculated taxes owed based on current regulations
Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to verify correct tax form completion
Reduced errors associated with missed tax benefits by completing comprehensive reviews of internal tax preparation documents
Assisting in preparing audit plans and conducting audit sessions
Analyzing financial transactions based on receipts and invoices
Verifying various financial statements, including statements of positions
Ensuring compliance with established financial procedures and controls
Analyzing bank transactions and conducting bank reconciliation
Assisting in preparing audit reports, including conclusions and recommendations
Following up on whether the previous audit recommendations have been implemented
Performing other accounts and audit tasks assigned by supervisors.
Assistant Accountant
Kilimanjaro Blocks (Tanzania) Limited
02.2016 - 05.2019
Tanzania
Provided support for external auditors during annual audit engagements
Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping
Reduced audit fees by bringing audit processes in-house
Ensuring that all expenses are documented and verified with receipts
Receiving payments from customers, and issuing EFD receipts
Receiving invoices from suppliers, and preparing payment vouchers
Making payments to suppliers through check or bank transfer
Managing all accounts payables (suppliers) and receivables (clients)
Conducting bank reconciliation and other bank transactions
Processing various bank transactions, e.g., withdrawals, deposits
Preparing the monthly staff payroll, including processing at the bank
Computing and submitting VAT returns (input and output tax)
Online filing of quarterly and annual tax returns submitted to the TRA
Performing debtors and creditors reconciliation on a monthly basis
Assisting the accountant in the preparation of financial reports
Maintaining and updating the company's Fixed Assets Register
Maintaining and reconciling petty cash and staff requests
Preparing daily cash updates and conducting a daily cash count.
Management Accountant, Consultants
Link Financial, Dar Es Salaam
01.2014 - 01.2016
Tanzania
Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding
Maintaining and implementing sound financial controls
Analyzing clients' financial transactions based on receipts and invoices
Analyzing bank transactions and conducting bank reconciliation
Recording financial transactions by using the respective journal entries
Balancing journal entries and resolving transaction discrepancies
Preparing and reviewing financial statements up to the trial balance
Resolving discrepancies and queries in accounting entries
Preparing payroll and filing of statutory returns (NSSF, PAYE, SDL, etc.)
Preparing and filing monthly Value Added Tax (VAT) returns to the TRA.
Accountant and Tax
Mariedo Ltd
10.2010 - 12.2013
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory
Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support
Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports
Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
University of Dar Es Salaam
11.2009
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) at Final stage
NBAA - Tanzania -
NBAA
DAR ES SALAAM
Skills
Financial reporting
Tax planning and compliance
GAAP compliance
Regulatory reporting
Cash flow management
Procedure development
Data integrity
Annual budget preparation
Debt management
Budget development
IFRS expertise
Financial auditing
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkInternship
Quote
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Walt Disney
Software
QUICK BOOK
TALLY ERP
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Chief Accountant
Amariah Hotel and Apartments Ltd, Dar Es Salaam
01.2021 - Current
Accountant
Supervision Corporation
11.2019 - 12.2020
Assistant Accountant
Kilimanjaro Blocks (Tanzania) Limited
02.2016 - 05.2019
Management Accountant, Consultants
Link Financial, Dar Es Salaam
01.2014 - 01.2016
Accountant and Tax
Mariedo Ltd
10.2010 - 12.2013
BBA - Business Administration
University of Dar Es Salaam
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) at Final stage
NBAA - Tanzania -
NBAA
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