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Clive Sibalwa
Chartered Accountant
Box 30179, Lusaka,LSK
Summary
Versatile and accomplished Finance Executive with 10 years of senior-level experience leading finance operations. Proven strengths in aligning finance strategies with overall business objectives. Proficient in Pastel, Excel and Quick Books. Smart professional with talents in planning, budgeting and forecasting. A reliable Finance Manager focused on KPI oversight and mentoring employees in data processes. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Armaguard Security Ltd
Lusaka
09.2018 - Current
- Protected company assets with strategic risk management approaches.
- Created robust, diversified financial portfolios for clients.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Performed spending analysis and partnerships to refine policies and develop recommendations for improvement.
- Executed core financial processes, including vendor setup and payment, operational expenses, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Developed and administered annual budgets following analysis and research.
- Evaluated competitor data and statistics to develop business investment strategy and drive growth.
- Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Mitigated process gaps and managed all operational functions, including account openings, trades, documentation, regulatory compliance and marketing collateral.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Consulted with representatives of regulatory agencies to complete accurate filings and uphold strict compliance.
- Audited, balanced and reconciled payroll for more than 7,000 personnel.
- Maintained agile, responsible organization with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
- Developed forecasting tools to analyze revenue variance, business pipeline and industry trends.
- Developed budgets and strategic plans for day-to-day operations.
Financial Accountant
Armaguard Security Ltd
Lusaka
06.2013 - 09.2018
- Verified postings to ledgers to ensure proper entry and account balances.
- Used pastel package to accurately manage over supplier accounts worth ZMW 5million Kwacha monthly.
- Designed training program and trained over 10 new clerks on posting and bank reconciliations, checking for thorough and excellent understanding.
- Introduced new accounting, financial and operational systems to maximize efficiency and recordkeeping accuracy.
- Used pastel accounting package to perform accurate financial analysis and audits to mitigate financial risks.
- Managed and responded to all correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Directed automation of office procedures such as correspondence management, recordkeeping and online communications.
- Stayed on top of applicable statutory requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
- Analyzed figures, postings and documents to maintain accounting program accuracy.
Accountant
Thanks Transport Ltd
Lusaka
07.2011 - 06.2013
- Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare accurate forecasts
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation for all financial department procedures
- Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy
- Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records to boost regulatory compliance
- Reconciled all company accounts, including Fuel tom cards, employee expenses and commissions
- Balanced reports to submit for approval and verification
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy
- Completed financial reports to inform managers and stakeholders
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy
- Completed daily accounting tasks including tracking funds, preparing deposits and reconciling accounts
- Managed entire accounting cycle including gathering information, preparing documents, finalizing reports and closing books
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures
Accounts Assistant
Panafrica Distributors Ltd
Lusaka
05.2009 - 03.2010
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers
- Analyzed figures, postings and documents to maintain accounting program accuracy
- Planned efficient emergency procedures to save time for introducing special projects
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management to ensure on-time and cost-effective project completion
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy - Full CA (ZM) 2020 And CIMA (UK) 2022
Zambia Business And Management College
Lusaka03.2020
Skills
- Monthly management reporting
- IFRS understanding
- Team management
- Financial stability knowledge
- Proficient in Sage Pastel and Financial Modeling Skills in Ms Excel
- Budgeting
- Analytical reasoning
- General ledger accounting expertise
- Cash Flow analysis
- Tax accounting specialization
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of over 12 staff members.
Referees
1. Mr. Mike Ngonyani
Director Finance and Administration
Armaguard Security Ltd
Box 30179
Lusaka
Cell: +260966718859
2. Mrs. Prisca Nyagonye
Sales and Administration Director
Thanks Transport Ltd
Lusaka
Tel: (01) 213047
Cell: 0955/0977-822367
3. Mr. Benjamin Kumwenda
Chief Accountant
Panafrican Distributors Ltd
Lusaka
Tel :( 01) 242716/18
Cell: 0977 743660
4. Mr. Kenneth Mh'anga
Managing Director
Zambia Business and Management Accountancy Training Centre
Cell: +260976127900
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkWork Location
On-SiteHybridRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work weekWork from home optionQuote
You are only as good as your word
Software
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
shona
Upper intermediate (B2)
lozi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Interests
Football, Chess and reading
Timeline
Finance Manager
Armaguard Security Ltd
09.2018 - Current
Financial Accountant
Armaguard Security Ltd
06.2013 - 09.2018
Accountant
Thanks Transport Ltd
07.2011 - 06.2013
Accounts Assistant
Panafrica Distributors Ltd
05.2009 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Accountancy - Full CA (ZM) 2020 And CIMA (UK) 2022
Zambia Business And Management College
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