MWEWA FREDDIE
Lusaka
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven accounting professional with strong experience in accounts receivable and payable, petty cash management, reconciliations, and financial reporting. A registered member of ZICA with proven ability to work independently or collaboratively with minimal supervision. Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting procedures and financial controls. Known for improving cash management, reducing overdue accounts, and maintaining accurate, compliant financial records across multiple sectors. Committed to high performance standards, continuous professional development, and contributing to the growth and stability of the financial sector.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Officer
Proton Electro Cable Ltd
12.2024 - Current
- Process payments and record customer transactions
- Reconcile accounts and manage customer ledgers
- Generate aging reports to track outstanding receivables
- Analyse trends in receivables to enhance collection processes
- Manage the petty cash/imprest system: disbursements, reconciliation, and replenishment
- Maintain accurate financial records and support audits
- manage customer receipts - Verify and book customer payment received and generate related reports
Accounts Assistant – Receivables
Spicy Kitchen
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Issued and sent invoices to clients
- Processed payments and managed cash applications
- Evaluated creditworthiness and established credit limits
- Monitored and collected overdue accounts
- Maintained updated customer records and account balances
- Resolved billing issues and handled client inquiries
Cashier / Assistant to Accountants
Lusaka Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
10.2010 - 03.2012
- Handled cash transactions and issued receipts
- Reconciled daily cash collections and prepared bank deposits
- Responded to customer queries and provided assistance
- Assisted with asset management and fixed asset register updates
- Prepared monthly depreciation and fixed asset schedules
- Maintained purchase and inventory ledgers
- Assisted in bank reconciliations and payment voucher processing
Education
National Accounting Technician Programme (NATech) -
Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants
01.2007
School Certificate -
Hillcrest Secondary Technical School
01.1997
Skills
- Oral and written communication
- Payment processing and scheduling
- Account reconciliation and management
- Data analysis and reporting
- Credit evaluation and risk assessment
- Time management and prioritization
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- New hire training and onboarding
- Payroll management and compliance
- Vendor account monitoring and relations
- Bank reconciliation and financial oversight
- Payment verification and auditing
- Petty cash management and disbursement
- Invoice processing and tracking
- Asset management and inventory control
- Confidentiality handling and data protection
- Tax compliance and reporting
- Accounting ledger maintenance and oversight
- Regulatory filings and adherence
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
- Public relations and stakeholder engagement
- Negotiation skills and strategies
- Financial analysis and forecasting
Nrc
251277/64/1
Languages
- English
- Bemba
- Nyanja
References
- George Mwandi, Accountant – Equitas Legal Practitioners, +260 976 790 866, gmwandi@equitas-legal.com
- Jackson Lungu, Accountant – Spicy Kitchen, +260 977 834 254, jacksonlungu26@gmail.com
- Gilbert Musonda, Payroll Accountant – Lusaka Water and Sewerage Co. Ltd, +260 962 616 624 / +260 977 616 6, gmusonda@lwsc.com.zm
Future Career Goals
- To broaden my economic sector appreciation and fully utilize my professional and personal skills.
- To continue advancing my education and experience in finance and general business sectors
- To contribute meaningfully to national development through finance and management excellence.
Personal Information
- Hobbies: Learning new things, Reading, Watching and playing soccer, Building meaningful relationships
- Date of Birth: 07/28/78
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian
- Place of Birth: Luanshya
Timeline
Accounts Payable Officer
Proton Electro Cable Ltd
12.2024 - Current
Accounts Assistant – Receivables
Spicy Kitchen
07.2020 - 03.2022
Cashier / Assistant to Accountants
Lusaka Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
10.2010 - 03.2012
National Accounting Technician Programme (NATech) -
Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants
School Certificate -
Hillcrest Secondary Technical School