Clever Sikaampwe
Lusaka
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with 8 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. Working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Working closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing, and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines. Experienced with auditing and knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Parrogate Ginneries Group of Companies
01.2016 - Current
- Provide day to day financial Accounting and operational activities of the company with a view to ensuring financial stewardship, Accountability, Timeliness, Reliability and accuracy of financial reporting and Information
- Assist in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Assist in the development of financial forecasts based on historical trends and current market conditions, supporting strategic planning initiatives within the organization.
- Participate in due diligence activities related to mergers and acquisitions, ensuring a smooth transition of acquired assets into the company''s existing financial systems.
- Manage cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Streamline month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Establishe strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to various financial services and secure favorable lending terms for the organization.
- Reconcile accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Itemize taxpayer expenses to identify maximum adjustments, deductions and credits.
- Managing Insurance premiums and ensuring that such assets are correctly accounted for. Assisting the Management in formulating Strategic plan-Forecast Income Statement, Forecast Balance Sheet and Forecast Cash flow Statements for the period of Five Years.
- Managing and reconciling Fixed Assets Register. Supervision of payroll functions and ensuring that proper procedures are carried out when performing payroll functions by the Payroll.
Accounts Assistant
M & T Bureau De Change
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provide day to day supervision and management of the Bureau Transactions with a view to ensuring financial accountability, timeliness, reliability and accuracy of financial reporting and information as per Bank of Zambia Regulations
- Prepared the monthly profits and loss and balance sheet reports
- Collected and analyzed data, which is then used in the preparation of weekly and monthly estimates
- Improved cash flow management by monitoring accounts receivable and following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and timely payments to vendors.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial reports for senior management decision making.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Contributed to budget planning processes by providing detailed expense analysis and forecasting information.
- Facilitated smooth audits by maintaining accurate records and providing prompt responses to auditor requests.
Cashier
Alliance Ginneries Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2013
- Provide day to day cash management by ensuring that all cash received is well accounted for and proper records of the same is well kept for audit purposes
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
Education
ZICA Licentiate Certificate -
ZICA Technician Certificate -
College Graduate -
ZABTUC College
12.2016
College Graduate -
Evelyn Hone College
12.2011
School Certificate, Secondary school level -
Sikalongo Secondary School
12.2008
Skills
- VAT, NAPSA, NHIMA management
- Accounts Payable/receivables
- Payroll, Financial, Cost Accounting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Organization Expense Projections
- Project grants management
- Strategic planning
- Financial reviews and reconciliations
- Management Reports
- Team development
- Management of donor-funded grants
- Competitive analysis
- Knowledgeable of USG donor regulations
- Payroll, Pastel & Quick Books
- Conversant with Tally ERP 9,NetSuite and Pastel Accounting Package
Affiliations
Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants- ZICA
Career achievements
Awarded ZICA Certificate
Professional referees
Mr. Pythias Mulenga,
M & T Bureau De Change Accountant,
P.O BOX 32104, Lusaka,
+260 972 996 770,
Pythias@accamail.com
Mr Peter Mwanza,
Parrogate Ginneries Group of Companies Ltd
Accounts & Admin,
P.O. 50854, Lusaka,
+260 979 664461,
petermwanza57@gmail.com
Mr. Honest Kalume,
Alliance Ginneries Ltd Area Manager,
P.O BOX 370151, Kafue,
+260 979 613068,
kalumehoest@gmail.com
Timeline
Accountant
Parrogate Ginneries Group of Companies
01.2016 - Current
Accounts Assistant
M & T Bureau De Change
01.2014 - 01.2016
Cashier
Alliance Ginneries Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2013
ZICA Licentiate Certificate -
ZICA Technician Certificate -
College Graduate -
ZABTUC College
College Graduate -
Evelyn Hone College
School Certificate, Secondary school level -
Sikalongo Secondary School
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