Yusuph Lema
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Proven Accountant with extensive experience at NBAA, adept in tax accounting and auditing, showcasing strong analytical and management skills. Achieved significant improvements in financial reporting accuracy and efficiency. Excelled in year-end close processes and cross-functional team collaboration, contributing to enhanced operational performance and compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant
NBAA
Dar Es Salaam
07.2023 - Current
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Provided guidance and support to other departments regarding accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication between finance department activities and operations.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Researched complex transactions and identified potential issues.
- Reconciled intercompany balances and eliminated differences in a timely manner.
- Ensured that internal controls are maintained throughout all areas of responsibility.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of new accounting systems and processes.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
- Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to financial regulations.
Accounts Officer
NBAA
Dar Es Salaam
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Reviewed and reconciled accounts payable and receivable records.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for the management team.
- Assisted in preparing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow statements.
- Processed invoices and payments to suppliers promptly and accurately.
- Monitored changes in legislation related to taxation.
- Resolved payment discrepancies with vendors and suppliers.
- Maintained accurate record keeping of all financial transactions.
- Performed bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Ensured compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
- Developed internal control policies to improve accuracy of financial information.
- Conducted audits of expense claims and other documents as required.
- Provided advice to senior management on tax planning strategies.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends or issues requiring attention.
- Created detailed reports summarizing financial results for presentation to management team.
- Provided assistance in developing new accounting systems and procedures.
- Managed accounts receivable functions including billing, collections, customer inquiries.
- Advised clients on appropriate tax deductions based on their individual circumstances.
- Verified and entered expenditures into accounting software, reconciling accounts to resolve variances.
- Helped prepare and administer yearly budgets for overall operations and individual departments.
- Improved year-end inventory audit process to increase accuracy.
- Provided financial guidance and support to other departments, enhancing overall organizational performance.
- Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Created and maintained budgeting controls, analyzing variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Coordinated with external auditors for annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Coordinated with the IT department to improve accounting software and systems.
- Implemented cost reduction strategies, contributing to significant savings without impacting operational efficiency.
- Prepared and processed payroll.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
- Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
- Performed financial calculations for amounts due, interest charges and balances.
- Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
- Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
- Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
Assistant Accountant
NBAA
Dar Es Salaam
07.2015 - 06.2021
- Assisted in preparation of monthly financial statements and management accounts.
- Verified accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records.
- Managed daily banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers.
- Performed month-end close procedures such as journal entries and reconciliations.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for all accounting documents.
- Analyzed financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures.
- Prepared account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts.
- Maintained the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules on a monthly basis.
- Assisted with budgeting process by providing accurate data for forecasting purposes.
- Provided support for external auditors during annual audit engagements.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable invoices in an accurate manner according to company policy.
- Conducted variance analysis between budgeted figures vs actuals; reported findings to finance manager.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Monitored cash flow activities and forecast future cash requirements.
- Reconciled vendor accounts and ensured timely payment of bills and expenses.
- Supported year-end closing activities such as inventory counts and accruals.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Coordinated timely payments from vendors, clients, and account holders.
- Processed payroll entries and reports for employees.
- Analyzed financial data and produced reports for management review.
- Assisted in the implementation of new accounting software and systems.
- Calculated and filed tax returns, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Monitored internal controls to detect and prevent fraud.
- Processed payroll transactions and maintained employee financial records.
Office Assistant
NBAA
Dar Es Salaam
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Facilitated communication within the office and with external partners.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
- Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Managed daily office operations and maintained a clean and efficient workspace.
- Supported the planning and execution of corporate events and meetings.
- Supported bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking.
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam05-2025
Bachelor of Accountancy - Business Accountancy
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
Dar Es Salaam10-2021
Skills
- Tax accounting specialization
- Year-end close
- Data inputting
- Auditing
- Bookkeeping
- Management accounting
Certification
- CPA
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Accountant
NBAA
07.2023 - Current
Accounts Officer
NBAA
07.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Accountant
NBAA
07.2015 - 06.2021
Office Assistant
NBAA
08.2012 - 07.2015
MBA - Finance
University of Dar Es Salaam
Bachelor of Accountancy - Business Accountancy
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy
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