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Martine Kalyati

Martine Kalyati

Mufulira

Summary

Team-oriented Financial Expert with 15+ years post qualification experience in Treasury Management, Financial Reporting, Budgeting, and Risk Management. Demonstrated success in ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and financial requirements. Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills and a desire to tackle new challenges.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Accountant

Ronald Ross General Hospital
Mufulira
06.2014 - Current
  • Lead a finance team and store officers to manage the Institution budget and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
  • Collaborate with planners and departmental heads in developing budgeting processes and forecasting future revenue and expenses.
  • Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to integrate financial planning and analysis functions, improving forecast accuracy for monthly finance committee meetings, and optimizing budget effectiveness.
  • Verifies payroll inputs for accuracy before Human Resource processing.
  • Calculate outstanding personal emoluments in leave, terminal benefits, and salary arrears for serving and non-serving officers.
  • Administer bank accounts and supervises bank reconciliations on all bank accounts for onward submission to the Ministry of Finance - Treasury.
  • Generate and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to senior management.
  • Collaborate with internal and external auditors, and statutory bodies for compliance.
  • Addressing internal and external audit recommendations effectively.
  • Monitor compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements relating to risk management activities.
  • Perform regular audits of processes and procedures involving financial transactions and store management.

Accountant

Ministry of Heath, Mansa General Hospital
MANSA
07.2013 - 06.2014
  • Managed High-Cost Medical Schemes accounts, leading to a substantial reduction in outstanding debts and a revenue boost.
  • Collaborated with the accounting staff in enhancing accuracy in reporting through effective spreadsheet development.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Enhanced financial oversight improving transparency in public fund management
  • Provided guidance and support to other departments regarding accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication between finance department activities and operations.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.

College Accounting Officer

Ministry of Education, Mufulira College of Education
MUFULIRA
10.2010 - 07.2013
  • Oversaw college fee collection and debtor control processes.
  • Coordinated with the Registrar in budget preparation and conducted quarterly post-expenditure reviews
  • Monitored college budgets to ensure adherence to fiscal responsibility guidelines.
  • Managed cash flow by monitoring payments and expenditures, ensuring compliance with budget restrictions.
  • Collaborated and maintained financial records, including accounts receivable and payable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger.
  • Reconciled bank statements monthly to verify accuracy of account balances.
  • Reviewed financial documents and records to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with established accounting standards.
  • Assisted with external audits by providing requested documents in a timely manner.
  • Provided expertise to the senior leadership team on best practices concerning accounting principles.
  • Attending and reporting to the College Board and other college committees, as required.

District Accounting Officer

Ministry of Education, District Education Board Secretary's Office
MPONGWE
08.2007 - 10.2010
  • Undertook receipting, payments, and maintaining accounting records in order to facilitate accountability and efficient storage and retrieval of financial and non-financial information.
  • Supervised and offered capacity building to accounting officers in Secondary and Basic Schools in the district in the management and accountability of public funds.
  • Prepared and maintained financial records, including accounts receivable and payable, bank reconciliations and general ledger.
  • Managed cash flow by monitoring payments and expenditures, ensuring compliance with budget restrictions.
  • Developed and implemented internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial data.
  • Collaborated with other departments to provide accurate reporting of financial data.
  • Participated in special projects as assigned by upper management.

Credit Controller

Taja Investments
LUSAKA
06.2005 - 08.2007
  • Managed Accounts Receivables and was in charge of Company Payroll. Also processed related regulatory obligations in Pay As You Earn, NAPSA, and Personal Levy.
  • Ensuring compliance with tax, including PAYE and VAT regulations, and other relevant regulations.
  • Processed VAT refunds for VAT-exempt institutions and diplomats, as guided by law.
  • Enhanced services in debt management of the company and subsequently reduced debt levels to less than current month's transaction levels per client on post-paid status.
  • Client numbers increased, and during that time, debtors' monthly schedules and statements were generated within the company's timeframe.
  • Utilized a computer-based filing system and accountability of debtors, which resulted in reducing time spent on daily administrative tasks and producing real-time debtors' status.
  • Assessed creditworthiness of new customers through analysis of financial statements, credit references, and other resources.
  • Reviewed payment plans with customers to ensure timely repayment of debts.
  • Performed collections activities, including contacting delinquent customers by phone or letter.
  • Participated in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures relating to credit control operations.
  • Maintained operational compliance with regulatory guidelines and established company policies.
  • Collaborated with the finance and accounting departments to deliver comprehensive financial information to facilitate decision-making for management and stakeholders.
  • Conducted Quarterly Mini-Mart Stock Takes.

Stores Officer/ Debtors/Creditors Assistance

Previous Engagements
LUSAKA
01.2000 - 05.2005
  • Worked in various companies where I gained accounts and finance, and related work experience and enhanced my understanding of prime books of accounts and importance of source documents in the flow of accounting information.
  • Made accomplishments successfully in creditor and debtor management, store management, and petty cash management.
  • Received, inspected and recorded incoming goods against invoices or other documents.
  • Managed inventory levels by conducting regular stock checks and restocking when necessary.
  • Prepared delivery notes for outgoing goods.
  • Supported management by providing relevant reports on a weekly basis including stock levels, usage trends.

Education

Master of Science - Financial Risk Management

ZCAS University
Lusaka, Zambia
09-2024

Master of Science - Economics and Finance

ZCAS University
Lusaka, Zambia
07-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Economics With Development Studies

University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
06-2019

Post - Graduate Dip. - Management and Leadership

National Institute of Public Administration
Lusaka, Zambia
09-2018

Chartered Certified Accountant - (ACCA)

ZABTUC
Lusaka, Zambia
12-2009

National Accounting Technician - (NATECH) program

ZICA
Lusaka, Zambia
06-2001

Certificate - Accounts And Business Studies (CABS)

Nkumbi International College
Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia
02-1999

Grade Twelve School Certificate - School Certificate

Highridge Secondary School
Kabwe, Zambia
12-1995

Skills

Knowledge:-Sound knowledge of public and private sector

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Financial Statement preparation and Analysis
  • Knowledge of IFRIS and IPSAS Accounting Standards
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Account Reconciliation Expertise
  • Budget Planning Proficiency
  • Risk Management
  • Tax Compliance Management

Skills: - Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Versatile Team Player and Independent Contributor

Personal Attributes: - High level of integrity and professionalism

  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic

Interests

Mentoring, Playing Chess, Reading,  Listening to music and Going to Jym.

Certification

Associate member of Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountant

Accomplishments

  • Oversee team efforts in collaboration with the Provincial Senior Accountant in preparing detailed financial summaries [Quarterly and Annual Financial Statements A Reports] for higher-level review at the Ministry Headquarters.
  • Facilitator during various local and provincial capacity-building meetings on financial matters.
  • Graduated with a merit in Master of Science in Financial Risk Management from the prestigious ZCAS University.

Timeline

Senior Accountant

Ronald Ross General Hospital
06.2014 - Current

Accountant

Ministry of Heath, Mansa General Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2014

College Accounting Officer

Ministry of Education, Mufulira College of Education
10.2010 - 07.2013

District Accounting Officer

Ministry of Education, District Education Board Secretary's Office
08.2007 - 10.2010

Credit Controller

Taja Investments
06.2005 - 08.2007

Stores Officer/ Debtors/Creditors Assistance

Previous Engagements
01.2000 - 05.2005

Master of Science - Financial Risk Management

ZCAS University

Master of Science - Economics and Finance

ZCAS University

Bachelor of Arts - Economics With Development Studies

University of Zambia

Post - Graduate Dip. - Management and Leadership

National Institute of Public Administration

Chartered Certified Accountant - (ACCA)

ZABTUC

National Accounting Technician - (NATECH) program

ZICA

Certificate - Accounts And Business Studies (CABS)

Nkumbi International College

Grade Twelve School Certificate - School Certificate

Highridge Secondary School

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