KAFWATULA MUMBA
Lusaka,09
Summary
Possess over 07 years of proven work experience with expertise in strategic financial planning, financial accounting, and management accounts, Experience in implementing internal controls and financial procedures. Experience in preparing accounts, annual reports, managing year end accounts process and liaising with auditors, business advisers and board members. Experience in preparing reports and developing financial reporting for management. Proven experience in direct management and supervision of a finance team. Demonstrated experience in budget preparation, setting and monitoring and financial forecasting. Knowledge in operations of the Finance through training and work experience Proven experience in preparing and presenting financial and management accounts, reports and data. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to liaise with statutory agencies. Team Leader and team Player with proven ability to set targets, motivate and inspire staff to achieve targets. Personal Integrity and Confidentiality. Excellent time management skills with ability to priorities responsibilities under pressure and be self-motivating. Strong analytical skills to identify, assess and explain performance variances from budget / forecast. Strong knowledge of management systems for all accounting functions including purchase ledger, cash and banking, Good working knowledge of current accounting software systems. Excellent IT skills including Excel Spread Sheets (Microsoft Excel), Word Microsoft ,Power Point, Power BI and Computer
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Loaning Officer
Dignitate Zambia
01.2024 - Current
- Reviewing loan submissions, vetting creditworthiness of clients/customers, monthly schedules of clients/customers balances, administrative duties, evaluating loan applications, monitoring progress of existing loans
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Mitigated potential risks by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate countermeasures or contingency plans as needed.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Responded to emergency calls relayed from dispatcher or supervisors and communicated situation details to other officers.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Supervised, directed and evaluated assigned staff members and newly hired officers.
Audit Senior
BlueWood Chartered Accountants
04.2023 - Current
- Preparation of financial statements, supervision of audit team members, leading audit teams, planning and executing audit engagements, assessment of engagement level risks and evaluation of key internal controls
- Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
- Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
- Leveraged knowledge gained from attending professional conferences to identify emerging risks impacting businesses'' operations.
- Strengthened internal controls by evaluating the effectiveness of existing policies and recommending improvements where necessary.
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending 2 ZICA workshops annually.
Fixed Assets and Stock Accountant
Multichoice Zambia Limited
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Conducting monthly stock takes, valuation of stocks, maintaining fixed assets register, ordering stock items, performing revenue checks, preparation of inventory valuation schedules, preparation of subsidy schedules, preparation of PPE movement schedules, preparation of asset capitalization schedules, preparation of stock analysis schedules, providing revenue assurance, checking accounts for billing correctness, capturing clearing receipts, preparing receivable account reconciliations
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending Inhouse training of SAP and other accounting classes/ workshops annually.
Assistant Accountant Treasury
Multichoice Zambia Limited
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Maintaining cash books, processing intergroup transactions, posting transactions in accounts, capturing and transferring funds, paying online payments, ensuring sufficient funds in bank accounts
Business Desk Specialist
Multichoice Zambia Limited
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Management of Clarity, SMAX, SAP, escalation of system failures, investigating unusual trends, implementation of MCZ applications testing, resolving escalated cases, assisting in testing of systems, liaising and engaging with various departments
Finance Officer-Receivables
Zambian lotto Limited
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Experience in cash business, reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable, preparation of bank account reconciliations, preparation of various statutory payments, facilitation of procurement, presenter of Zambian Lotto draws, data analysis for lotto game
Finance Officer-Receivables
Ashburn Cooperate Services-Accounting/Consultancy
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Preparation of monthly payrolls, preparation of tax returns, preparation of finance schedules, banking and cash reports
Education
High School Diploma -
ZICAS
Lusaka08.2024
Skills
- Highly competent and avid user of Microsoft Office applications, including word, Excel and PowerPoint, Publisher & Pastel accounting software
- Possess strong analytical skills
- Good Communication skills
- Creative and Resourceful
- Ability to analyze and communicate financial data
- Advanced Excel Skills
- Strong initiative with problem solving a vast experience in the cash Business (environment such as ZLL) ensuring that cashiers’ hand in the correct amounts
Affiliations
- Member of the Association of Chartered Accountants (ACCA)
- Member of Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)
Maritalstatus
Married
Professionalandacademicqualifications
- ACCA finalist (left with 2 paper) and CA Zambia Finalist
- Evelyn Hone -Natech Certificate.
- University of Zambia- Information Technology Certificate
- Certificate In Excel From Beginer To Advanced (Training)
- Excel With Interactive Dashboard (Training)
- Mastery Excel
- Grade Twelve Certificates Chibombo High School, 1999 – 2001
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/20/84
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital status : Married
References
- Mrs Niza Simeza, Transactional Finance Manager, Multichoice Zambia, Lusaka, +260 762 173 136
- Mrs. Pricillar Chibu-Mandona, HR BP Human Resource, Multichoice Zambia, Lusaka, +260 97 836 7075
- Mr. Eric Ndawa, Managing Partner, Bluewood Chartered Accountants, 097-7-821652 or 0977695374
- Mr Laurence Katongo Digintate Zambia 097-9-587557
Hobbies and Interests
- Singing
- Reading
- Watching Music entertainment channel
- Writing
Training
- Keep populations gender sensitivity trainings.
- Microsoft Execl advanced level,Power BI and Power Query.
Timeline
Loaning Officer
Dignitate Zambia
01.2024 - Current
Audit Senior
BlueWood Chartered Accountants
04.2023 - Current
Fixed Assets and Stock Accountant
Multichoice Zambia Limited
01.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant Accountant Treasury
Multichoice Zambia Limited
01.2018 - 01.2020
Business Desk Specialist
Multichoice Zambia Limited
01.2015 - 01.2018
Finance Officer-Receivables
Zambian lotto Limited
01.2009 - 01.2015
Finance Officer-Receivables
Ashburn Cooperate Services-Accounting/Consultancy
01.2009 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
ZICAS
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