HASTINGS MWEENE
Lusaka
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with extensive expertise in financial modelling, balance sheet management, and cost reduction strategies. Demonstrates proficiency in risk management, account reconciliation, and corporate finance, complemented by a strong command of statutory reporting and regulatory compliance. Adept at financial statement preparation, VAT returns completion, and payroll administration using Sage 50. Skilled in process improvement initiatives and client relationship building, with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring timely financial reporting. Committed to leveraging technical report writing and decision-making strengths to drive organisational success while maintaining a deadline-oriented approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
ACCOUNTANT
PHOENIX FM
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
04.2018 - Current
- Assisted with strategic planning efforts leading to sustained growth.
- Generated accurate financial reports using advanced software tools.
- Streamlined budgeting exercises for efficient financial planning.
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
- Improved cash flow through meticulous accounts receivable management.
- Led tax compliance initiatives to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Achieved streamlined operations by implementing efficient accounting systems.
- Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
- Managed financial reporting processes resulting in enhanced transparency.
- Performed thorough expenditure tracking, preventing overspending.
- Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
- Enhanced profitability by managing cost control measures.
- Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
- Optimised financial performance by monitoring key indicators.
- Conducted financial audits for improved internal controls.
- Facilitated company-wide budget meetings; achieved consensus on fiscal strategy.
- Ensured timely invoice payments with diligent follow-ups.
- Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data.
- Devised strategies for risk management, minimising potential losses.
- Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
- Managed financial updates, watch lists and insurance files.
- Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
- Resolved invoice coding and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
- Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
- Analysed budgets and financial projections for accurate reporting of company performance.
SALE REP
RADIO PHOENIX
Lusaka, ZAMBIA
04.2015 - 03.2018
- Boosted product sales by offering selection guidance to customers.
- Prepared invoices for customers with large orders or special sales types.
- Managed customer lines for minimum wait times and high satisfaction.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
- Packed and wrapped gifts with decorative details to match customer preferences.
- Helped customers obtain specialised help for refunds and exchanges.
Sales representative
PLANTAGRICHEM
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Participated in team-building activities, promoting a harmonious work environment.
- Expanded client base through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Navigated challenging negotiations to secure lucrative contracts.
- Optimised sales presentations using persuasive communication techniques.
- Provided after-sales support, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted market analysis to anticipate future trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Identified potential leads, resulting in improved sales performance.
- Regularly updated professional knowledge through workshops and seminars for enhanced performance.
- Pioneered innovative sales strategies for increased market penetration.
- Collected and processed payments.
- Helped resolve client problems quickly with superior customer service.
- Utilised various sales techniques to develop relationships with customers and drive sales.
- Generate reports on sales, providing relevant information to track sales progress and inform future strategies.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new products and services.
- Accounted for all inventory and ordered new stock.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximise sales opportunities.
- Improved new business using targeted door-to-door selling.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - ACCOUNATNCY
CAVENDISH UNIVERSITY ZAMBIA
ZAMBIA 10.2017 - 09.2019
Certificate of Agric marketing - Agronomist
KATETE COLLEGE OF AGRICULRAL MARKETING
ZAMBIA 10.2010 - 10.2011
A-Levels - SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
CHIPEPO HIGH SCHOOL
ZAMBIA 01.2004 - 11.2008
Skills
- Financial modelling
- Balance sheet management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Risk management proficiency
- Account reconciliation mastery
- Corporate finance understanding
- Debt management capabilities
- Management accounting competence
- Profit and loss analysis
- Cash flow projection
- Statutory reporting proficiency
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Audit coordination
- Financial statement preparation
- VAT returns completion
- Invoice processing efficiency
- Payroll administration expertise
- Knowledge of sage 50
- Time management excellence
- Client relationship building
- Process improvement initiative
- Technical report writing
- Deadline oriented approach
- Decision making strength
- Customer relations
- Payment Processing
- Financial reporting
- Account reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Process Improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Finance management
- Financial planning
- SAGE Accounts
Timeline
ACCOUNTANT
PHOENIX FM
04.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - ACCOUNATNCY
CAVENDISH UNIVERSITY ZAMBIA
10.2017 - 09.2019
SALE REP
RADIO PHOENIX
04.2015 - 03.2018
Sales representative
PLANTAGRICHEM
05.2012 - 09.2014
Certificate of Agric marketing - Agronomist
KATETE COLLEGE OF AGRICULRAL MARKETING
10.2010 - 10.2011
A-Levels - SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
CHIPEPO HIGH SCHOOL
01.2004 - 11.2008
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