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Ellah Sinienga Kapelembe

Ellah Sinienga Kapelembe

Ndola

Summary

Accounting graduate with a Diploma and Advanced Diploma seeking employment in the field of accounts. With 4 years of experience, including 2 years using the Odoo accounting package and 2 years in Credit Control (Debt Collection) as well as Branch Manager for an MFI, I am prepared to utilize my skills and contribute to your organization.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Credit Controller and Branch Manager

Zambou Financial Services Limited
08.2023 - Current
  • Micro Finance Organization providing salary advances, short and long term loans as well as micro loans to employees of various organizations
  • Managing a team of 4 loan agents to deliver our services and meet monthly business target
  • Assessing the creditworthiness of new and existing customers by reviewing their financial information, credit history, and payment behaviors
  • Taking appropriate actions to recover outstanding debts, which may include sending reminders, issuing collection letters, or initiating legal proceedings if necessary
  • Contacting customers with overdue accounts to arrange payment, negotiate payment plans, and resolve any billing disputes or discrepancies
  • Develop and implement strategic plans for the branch to achieve sales targets, customer satisfaction goals, and other key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Ensure high-quality customer service delivery by addressing customer inquiries, resolving complaints, and maintaining strong relationships with key clients
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to branch operations, including credit risk, operational risk, and compliance risk
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Assistant Accountant

PNK Consulting Limited
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Monthly submission of taxes
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable invoices in an accurate manner according to company policy.
  • Date Entry
  • Reconciled expenses and financial records.
  • Provided support for external auditors during annual audit engagements.
  • Performed month-end close procedures such as journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for all accounting documents.
  • Reconciled vendor accounts and ensured timely payment of bills and expenses.
  • Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.

Administrative and Financial Officer

Star Aluminium & Construction Solutions Limited
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Monthly submission of taxes
  • Reconciliation of both Cash and Bank transactions
  • Data Entry
  • Managing petty cash
  • Assisting in audits by gathering required documents requested by external auditors.
  • Overseeing invoicing processes to ensure timely payments from customers.
  • Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Managing daily cash flow.
  • Processed payroll data and maintained accurate records of employee time, wages, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other information.
  • Prepared account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts.
  • Monitored cash flow activities and forecast future cash requirements.
  • Reconciled vendor accounts and ensured timely payment of bills and expenses.
  • Any other responsibilities assigned by the Director.

Accounts Clerk

PNK Consulting Limited
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Worked on monthly submission of taxes and returns
  • Ie: NAPSA & Nhima
  • Bank and Cash Reconciliations
  • Data entry
  • Monthly submission of taxes
  • Any other responsibilities assigned by the Director.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Chartered accountant -

Zambia ICT College
01.2020

Chartered Accountant ZICA, Accounting -

Zibsip
01.2018

Skills

  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Credit Control
  • Advertising
  • Cash Flow
  • Variance Explanations
  • Finance
  • Budget Reconciliation
  • Data Entry
  • Paperwork
  • Credit analysis
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Risk Assessments
  • Reporting strengths
  • Research abilities

Timeline

Credit Controller and Branch Manager

Zambou Financial Services Limited
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Accountant

PNK Consulting Limited
04.2023 - 07.2023

Administrative and Financial Officer

Star Aluminium & Construction Solutions Limited
05.2021 - 09.2021

Accounts Clerk

PNK Consulting Limited
03.2020 - 04.2021

Bachelor's degree, Chartered accountant -

Zambia ICT College

Chartered Accountant ZICA, Accounting -

Zibsip
Ellah Sinienga Kapelembe