Alfred Chapa
Owner
Summary
Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines. Resourceful Accounting professional with [Number] years of experience in audit preparation and reporting. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Loka Industries And Supplies Limited
01.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Improved data collection, financial analysis and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Assistant Accountant
Loka Industries And Supplies Limited
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
- Supported audit preparation efforts by compiling relevant documents and addressing auditor inquiries promptly.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Processed payroll by validating work hours and attendance of employees.
- Facilitated smooth payroll processing by accurately entering employee data and verifying tax withholdings based on current regulations.
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Prepared accurate financial statements for management review, aiding in informed decision-making processes.
- Monitored bank account activity regularly, identifying potential errors or fraudulent transactions for swift resolution.
- Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations, and cash flow.
- Managed fixed asset records, ensuring proper capitalization and depreciation calculations in accordance with company policy and tax regulations.
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
Accounting Intern
Zampost
02.2011 - 12.2011
- Gained hands-on experience with various accounting software programs such as QuickBooks, Excel, and Sage, enhancing overall efficiency in daily tasks.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Employed self-review and analytical review techniques to proactively identify fundamental errors.
Education
Msc Accounting And Finance - Accounting And Finance
Zcas University
Lusaka, Zambia2022
Bachelors'degree in Accounting - Accounting
Zcas University
Lusaka2020
Zica Technician Certificate - Accounting
Zampost Staff Training College
Ndola2008
School Certificate -
Masala Secondary School
Ndola2004
Skills
- Administering immunizations
- Community advocate
- Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support (PBTLS)
- Type analysis
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Compassionate and Caring
- Clinical judgment
- Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP)
- Patient Examination
- Patient Management
- Treatment Planning
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Home Health Care
- Critical Thinking
- Data Collection
- Family Education
- Patient and family advocacy
- Disease Prevention
- Preventive Healthcare
- Treatment Preparation
- Tax law understanding
- Budget Preparation
- Financial records review
- Statement Review
- Data inputting
- Decision-Making
- Report Preparation
- Financial Planning
- Records Maintenance
- Tax Return Preparation
- Tax Preparation
Languages
Tonga,Bemba,Nyanja and English
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Accountant
Loka Industries And Supplies Limited
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Accountant
Loka Industries And Supplies Limited
01.2013 - 12.2019
Accounting Intern
Zampost
02.2011 - 12.2011
Msc Accounting And Finance - Accounting And Finance
Zcas University
Bachelors'degree in Accounting - Accounting
Zcas University
Zica Technician Certificate - Accounting
Zampost Staff Training College
School Certificate -
Masala Secondary School
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