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SARA MUKENGE

Lusaka

Summary

Recent accounting graduate with hands-on internship experience in financial reporting, account reconciliation, and data analysis. Eager to apply academic knowledge and practical skills to an accounting role. Proficient in using accounting software, preparing financial statements, and supporting month-end closing processes. Looking to contribute to a growing organization and develop expertise in accounting and finance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Assistant

Platinum Courier Services
01.2025 - Current
  • Disbursement of Funds:
    Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds for operational expenses, including fuel, delivery allowances, petty cash, and other approved payments.
  • Financial Record Keeping:
    Maintain proper documentation and filing of all financial transactions, including vouchers, receipts, and invoices.
  • Petty Cash Management:
    Manage and reconcile petty cash, ensuring all expenditures are approved and supported by appropriate documentation.
  • Accounts Payable Support:
    Assist in preparing payments to vendors and service providers, ensuring completeness and accuracy of supporting documents.
  • Data Entry and Reconciliations:
    Input transactions into accounting software or spreadsheets, and assist with bank and cash reconciliations.
  • Expense Reporting:
    Verify and process staff expense claims in line with company policy.
  • Audit Support:
    Prepare and organize records for internal and external audits; respond to audit queries as required.
  • Compliance:
    Ensure financial transactions comply with internal controls and statutory requirements.
  • Support to Finance Officer:
    Provide general support to the Finance Officer or Accountant as needed, including financial reporting and month-end closing tasks.

Finance Intern

Peoples action for accountability and good governance(PAAGZ)
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in preparing and managing budgets, financial reports, and statements.
  • Preparing Bank Reconciliations.
  • Processed payments as requested.
  • Processed transactions in the accounting system.
  • Receive and review retirements.
  • Collected invoices, quotations and receipts.
  • Filling of all accounting Documents.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records.
  • Assisted in preparing for audits and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Filing statutory returns
  • Provided support to the finance team in other duties as required.

Cashier

MUD boutique Zambia
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Processing transactions
  • Providing customer service
  • Maintaining accurate record of sales
  • Balancing cash drawers

Education

Bachelors of accountancy -

Cavendish university Zambia
10.2024

Grade 12 certificate - undefined

Libala secondary school
01.2018

Skills

  • Accounting Software: QuickBooks and dove payroll
  • Analytical Skills: Financial analysis, budgeting, cost allocation, variance analysis
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to explain complex financial information clearly
  • Problem-Solving: Identifying issues in financial records and suggesting corrective measures
  • Attention to Detail: Able to ensure accuracy in financial data and reports

LNGG

English
Nyanja
Bemba

References

Bupe M, Chipili, Finance and admin officer, chipilibupe28@gmail.com, 0979199493, PAAGZ

Timeline

Accounts Assistant

Platinum Courier Services
01.2025 - Current

Finance Intern

Peoples action for accountability and good governance(PAAGZ)
06.2024 - 12.2024

Cashier

MUD boutique Zambia
12.2020 - 03.2021

Grade 12 certificate - undefined

Libala secondary school

Bachelors of accountancy -

Cavendish university Zambia

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