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Tami Sichone

Summary

Results-driven Accountant with ten years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial operations management. Expertise in preparing financial statements, developing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Skilled in financial analysis, forecasting, and enhancing internal controls to improve accuracy and efficiency. Proficient in leading audits and managing payroll systems using ERP solutions like Sage Pastel and Dove Payroll to provide data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Clerk

University of Zambia
04.2023 - Current
  • Maintain detailed and accurate financial records, preparing quarterly management accounts and statutory financial statements that comply with IFRS standards.
  • Spearhead annual budget planning and financial forecasting, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Conduct rigorous bank reconciliations, oversee cash books, and manage all general ledger entries through Sage ERP.
  • Prepare and process comprehensive payroll for staff, ensuring accuracy in statutory deductions and compliance with labor laws.
  • Oversee debtor and creditor reconciliations, balance sheet account reconciliations, and perform month-end and year-end rollovers.
  • Collaborate with auditors to prepare audit files and facilitate seamless annual external audits.
  • Manage payments, bank account operations, and the timely submission of statutory returns (NAPSA, PAYE).

Finance Officer

Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
05.2019 - 01.2023
  • Supervised daily finance operations including cash-book postings, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
  • Led the budgeting and cash-flow forecasting process to support operational and capital expenditure planning.
  • Oversaw inventory management and reporting, conducting regular stock counts and system updates.
  • Prepared grant reports, managed payroll, and ensured timely remittance of statutory returns (NHIMA, PAYE, NAPSA, Withholding Tax).
  • Developed and updated finance policies, contributing to the preparation of the Finance Manual.
  • Maintained the fixed asset register and ensured accurate depreciation postings and journal entries.

Accountant

Walter Genius Limited
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Processed payroll and managed statutory obligations including VAT, PAYE, and NAPSA.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, maintaining accurate debtor and creditor aging reports.
  • Prepared periodic management accounts and financial performance analyses for executive review.
  • Conducted debt collection, invoicing, receipting, and managed petty cash operations.
  • Utilized Pastel software for journal preparation, ledger updates, and cost analysis.

Financial Analyst

Fern-Groove Business Consultants
08.2016 - 01.2018
  • Conducted corporate financial analysis, prepared project appraisals, and developed bankable business plans.
  • Delivered financial advisory services including business valuations, due diligence reports, and strategic recommendations.
  • Managed bookkeeping, preparation of financial statements, and submission of statutory returns.
  • Participated in senior management meetings and contributed to policy development and financial strategy.

Audit Intern

Grant Thornton
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Assisted in external audits of private companies and NGOs, performing bank reconciliation audits, payroll reviews, and internal control assessments.
  • Supported audit teams in fixed asset verification and the preparation of detailed working papers in line with audit standards.

Education

Cambridge O-Level Certificate -

Eastern Gate Academy
01.2010

Licentiate Member -

Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) - Strategic Level

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Cash flow management
  • Tax compliance and statutory adherence
  • Strategic business planning
  • Financial modeling and valuation
  • Audit and internal controls
  • ERP and payroll software proficiency
  • Project appraisal and cost management

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Nationality: Zambian

References

  • Mwalusaka, Senior Accountant, +260 978 026 619
  • Rachael, Chartered Accountant & Auditor
  • Mr. Justine Mwelwa, CIMA Course Manager

Education And Professional Membership

  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Strategic Level
  • Cambridge O-Level Certificate, Eastern Gate Academy, 2010
  • Licentiate Member, Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)

Attributes

  • Proactive and self-motivated, with an ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a keen eye for detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Adaptable, quick to learn new technologies, and dedicated to continuous professional development.
  • Resilient under pressure with proven ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results.

Timeline

Accounts Clerk

University of Zambia
04.2023 - Current

Finance Officer

Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)
05.2019 - 01.2023

Accountant

Walter Genius Limited
01.2018 - 05.2019

Financial Analyst

Fern-Groove Business Consultants
08.2016 - 01.2018

Audit Intern

Grant Thornton
06.2015 - 08.2015

Cambridge O-Level Certificate -

Eastern Gate Academy

Licentiate Member -

Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) - Strategic Level

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