Experienced finance professional with a strong background in financial management, donor fund accountability, internal controls, and operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in streamlining accounting processes and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Collaborative team player dedicated to achieving results and adapting to evolving business needs with reliability and flexibility.
Hi, I’m
Peter Nyirenda
Kabwe
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Restless Development Zambia
Finance Officer
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Manage program finances, ensuring compliance with donor and organizational financial policies
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations for multiple projects
- Streamlined financial processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
- Oversee payroll processing, statutory payments (NAPSA, Workers' Compensation), and VAT returns
- Implemented an imprest system, enhancing financial control over pending retirements and tracking
- Provide capacity-building support to non-finance teams on financial procedures and compliance
- Process payments, manage cash flow, and liaise with banking institutions
- Supported external auditors during financial audits and facilitated internal control recommendations
- Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
- Strengthened procurement functions and provided financial oversight on administrative systems
Restless Development Zambia
Finance and Admin Intern
09.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Assisted in financial reporting and preparation of donor compliance documents
- Managed petty cash, processed payments, and ensured timely retirement of outstanding floats
- Supported payroll processing, procurement, and financial reconciliations
- Enhanced the financial filing system for improved document retrieval
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
VeBruga Limited Kabwe
Sales Team Lead
08.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Led a team of sales agents, ensuring achievement of set sales targets
- Tracked sales performance, prepared financial reports, and provided administrative support
Zamtel Limited Kabwe
Intern
01.2019 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Managed customer profiles, conducted SIM registrations, and provided administrative support
- Assisted in processing mobile money transactions and financial documentation
Education
Mulungushi University
Bachelor’s Degree from Economics (Credit)
01.2018
University Overview
Kitwe Boys Secondary School
Grade 12 School Certificate
01.2013
University Overview
Skills
- Financial Software
- Data Analysis
- Payment Systems
- Compliance & Reporting
- Procurement & Administration
- Bank reconciliation
Certifications And Awards
Certifications And Awards
- Most Outstanding Finance and Admin Staff Member (FY22/23), Restless Development Zambia
- Exemplary Teamwork Award (FY22/23), Restless Development Zambia
- Class B Driver’s License, Authorized to drive both manual and automatic vehicles
Additional Information
Additional Information
- Larry Ncube | Finance & Administration Manager | Restless Development Zambia | +260 963 728 099 | larry@restlessdevelopment.org
- Mwansa Chifita | Senior Finance and Administration Coordinator | Restless Development Zambia | +260 975 731 245 | mwansac@restlessdevelopment.org
- Ivwananji Ntatondwa | Assistant Finance Coordinator | Restless Development Zambia | +260 977 192 657 | ivwananji@restlessdevelopment.org
- Nick Mwela | Finance Manager | Orbis International | +260 977 429 735 | nickmwela@gmail.com
Timeline
Finance Officer
Restless Development Zambia
03.2022 - Current
Finance and Admin Intern
Restless Development Zambia
09.2021 - 03.2022
Sales Team Lead
VeBruga Limited Kabwe
08.2019 - 11.2019
Intern
Zamtel Limited Kabwe
01.2019 - 07.2019
Kitwe Boys Secondary School
Grade 12 School Certificate
Mulungushi University
Bachelor’s Degree from Economics (Credit)
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