Hi, I’m
ANDREW SIKAZWE
Lusaka
Summary
Dedicated, highly motivated and detail-oriented Certified Accounting Technician with a strong foundation in accounting and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Over 10 years of experience across diverse accounting functions. Proven track record of excellence in bookkeeping, management accounting, and working capital management. Adept at maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing data, and generating insightful reports. Skilled in numerical analysis, professional communication, and proficient in MS Office, internet, and email. Detail-oriented Accountant with 15 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Works closely with executive management on complex issues. Adept at managing payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
DK Enterprises
Accountant | Accounts Payable | Accounts Receivable
01.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee all accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate data entry and timely invoice processing
- Analyze financial data to generate comprehensive reports for management, aiding in strategic decision-making
- Implement and maintain effective internal controls to mitigate fraud and ensure data integrity
- Lead t monthly closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
- Liaise with vendors and customers to resolve discrepancies and maintain positive relationships
- Ensure accurate inventory maintenance and vendor payment tracking
- Improve cash flows and overall working capital
- Produce cost of sales data for financial statements
- Supervise general ledger closing, reducing pilferage incidents.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
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- Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
- Provided critical support during system upgrades or conversions by working closely with IT staff to ensure minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Itemized taxpayer expenses to identify maximum adjustments, deductions and credits.
- Modified comprehensive reporting to reflect changing financial structure.
- Developed comprehensive budgets that aligned with company goals while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Conducted thorough internal audits to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of financial forecasts based on historical trends and current market conditions, supporting strategic planning initiatives within the organization.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to minimize overspending without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to various financial services and secure favorable lending terms for the organization.
- Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments as needed.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Enhanced profitability by identifying opportunities for revenue growth through detailed analysis of customer sales data.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying informed about changes and filing all required forms accurately and promptly.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new financial software.
- Improved data collection, financial analysis and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
DK Enterprises
Accounts Payable Clerk
01.2008 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Managed vendor payments, ensuring timely remittance and minimizing late fees
- Reconciled bank statements and identified discrepancies for prompt resolution
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stocktaking and record-keeping
- Initiated debt recovery efforts, securing a 90% success rate in collecting outstanding debts
- Supported the accounts payable team in processing invoices and maintaining financial records
- Maintained inventory levels and conducted stocktaking
- Achieved a great percentage debt recovery rate and identified payment trends
- Ensured smooth inventory movement and record maintenance.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
- Improved vendor relationships through diligent communication and prompt issue resolution.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
- Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
- Maintained high level of data integrity by consistently updating vendor information in the system accurately.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
- Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
- Documented petty cash transactions in petty cash journal to summarize payments rendered, maintaining accurate records.
- Reviewed employee expense reports against company policies, safeguarding corporate funds from misuse.
- Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
- Updated accounting ledgers and journals to balance statements and maintain consistent records.
- Evaluated financial records to detect errors and discrepancies.
- Prepared comprehensive monthly reports detailing outstanding payables, providing valuable insights for decision-making processes.
- Assisted manager in conducting internal audits to analyze findings.
- Aided audit preparation efforts by maintaining organized records and promptly addressing auditor inquiries.
- Registered transactions and data on accounting database to track history and safeguard information.
- Studied past records to detect duplicate statements and fraud, avoiding penalties for non-compliance.
- Reconciled bank accounts to verify accuracy of cash records.
- Stored office and client records on secured server to prevent data losses, conducting regular backups.
- Enhanced department efficiency with the implementation of digital document management tools for faster invoice retrieval.
- Increased accuracy in expense reporting by thoroughly reviewing submitted claims and verifying supporting documentation.
- Supported cash flow management initiatives by scheduling strategic payment batches according to priority levels.
- Assisted manager in formulating year-end financial reports to determine financial performance of companies.
- Contributed to producing and interpreting improved finance related methods to establish consistency with accounts payable prerequisites.
- Assisted in software migration projects, contributing to seamless transitions for Accounts Payable operations.
- Streamlined interdepartmental communication through clear presentation of accounting data relating to supplier payments.
- Ensured regulatory compliance regarding tax withholding requirements for non-resident suppliers, avoiding potential fines.
- Aided manager in examining company finances to develop strategies in reducing costs and maximizing revenues.
- Saved company resources by negotiating favorable terms and discounts with vendors.
- Contributed to annual budget planning with detailed analysis of past expenses and anticipated costs.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
- Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
DK Enterprises
Accounts Assistant
01.2001 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Managed the general ledger, sales ledger, purchase ledger, and cash book, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards
- Maintained detailed stock records, facilitating efficient inventory management and identifying potential discrepancies
- Conducted year-end stock counts and reconciled inventory accounts for accurate financial reporting
- Prepared bank reconciliations, promptly resolving any discrepancies identified
- Assisted with accounts payable and receivable functions, demonstrating versatility and strong work ethic
- Detected fraud through continuous stock record monitoring
- Achieved effective inventory management with proper stock valuation
- Conducted bank reconciliations for accurate financial reporting.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
Education
ZaBTuc, Lusaka, Zambia.
ACCA II
06.2005
ZABTUC, Lusaka, Zambia
ACCA Diploma in Accountancy
12.2005
Skills
- Maintained inventory levels and tracking of vendor payments at DK Enterprises, resulting in improved cash flow and substantial reduction in working capital
- Produced accurate data for cost of sales at DK Enterprises, leading to improved financial reporting and decision-making
- Recovered great percentage of outstanding debts as Accounts Payable Clerk at DK Enterprises, minimizing bad debt losses and boosting cash flow
- Initiated effective debt recovery strategies, leading to significant decrease in overdue accounts
- Implemented robust stock control system at DK Enterprises, eliminating pilferage and ensuring accurate inventory levels
- Achieved substantial accuracy rate in year-end stock count, ensuring reliable financial reporting
- Prepared clear and concise financial reports for management at DK Enterprises, enabling informed decision-making
- Effectively communicated complex financial information to stakeholders, fostering transparency and collaboration
- Pursuing ACCA professional qualification, demonstrating strong commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement
- Maintained consistently positive and proactive attitude in all work environments
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Account Reconciliation
- Financial Statements
- Financial Reporting
- Payroll Processing
- Cash Flow analysis
- General Ledger Entries
- Tax Preparation
- Management accounting
- Cost accounting
- Auditing
- Administrative Support
- Variance Analysis
- Fixed Asset Management
- Internal Controls
- Full-cycle accounting
- IFRS familiarity
- Project Accounting
- Superior attention to detail
- Revenue Recognition
- Microsoft Office
- Documentation and Reports
- General accounting
- Data Analysis
- Records Maintenance
- GAAP understanding
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Accountant | Accounts Payable | Accounts Receivable
DK Enterprises
01.2015 - Current
Accounts Payable Clerk
DK Enterprises
01.2008 - 01.2015
Accounts Assistant
DK Enterprises
01.2001 - 01.2008
ZaBTuc
ACCA II
ZABTUC
ACCA Diploma in Accountancy
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