Maty Jimmie

Otsego, MN *****

ac313c@r.postjobfree.com

A dedicated, accomplished Financial and Administration Manager with extensive experience (over 10 years), in multitasking and effectively prioritizing tasks. Developed a reputation as a highly motivated, organized team player who consistently produces top quality work. Proactive, “take-charge” professional who is highly adaptable and can assess situations and personalities quickly and react accordingly. I have excellent leadership, communications, and interpersonal skills with superior memory for details and a strong work ethic. In my past organizations, I contributed to various organizational development, growth and sustainability as well as its financial performance in developing and maintaining stronger stakeholder relations and ensuring legal compliance.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

Finance Manager

Whitsea Shipping & Supply LLC FZC - Dubai, AE - 2015-05 - 2017-12 Reporting and Working Relationships

• Reported directly to the CEO;

• Designed & implemented systems, policies & procedures to facilitate internal financial control.

• Prepared annual budget and forecasting trends.

• Developed reports for top management summarizing the business financial position in areas of income, expenses, capital usage and cash flows, and coordinated the preparation of strategic plans, budgets and financial forecast.

• Developed and updated the accounting, finance and management policies and procedures.

• Managed the company's cash flow effectively.

• Monitored budgets and comparing them with actual cost and revenues related to services rendered, marketing and capital.

• Coordinated the preparation, maintenance and filing of projected P&L Account, and Balance Sheet as required by regulatory bodies, banks, and other financial institutions.

• Coordinated the preparation of Financial Statements, Financial Reports for internal and external usage.

• Reconciled bank accounts along with various control accounts and sorting out the discrepancies monthly.

• Negotiated with the banks for various facilities including LAD, LTR, LC, OD, etc.; opening LC for inland and foreign party, bank guarantee for the import & PGB for service implementation.

• Implemented training courses for new joiners

• Coordinate and finalize year-end audit process with external auditors. The Middle East Marine - UAE

Finance Manager

Dubai, AE - 2012-06 - 2015-04

Reporting and Working Relationships

• Reported directly to the Managing Director;

• Prepared monthly financial statements: Statement of Comprehensive Income, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Changes in Equity, Statement of Cash Flow, Bank Reconciliation Statement.

• Liaised with Financial Institutions/ banks in processing of Bank Facility (Bank Guarantees, Invoice Discounting, etc.) to enhance the company's Working Capital.

• Processed sales invoices to customers and completed the accounts receivable circle.

• Managed the accounts payable of suppliers.

• Maintained the company's financial system (day-to-day financial transactions, payment, receipts)

• Performed monthly prepayments adjustment to recognize expenses in line with the matching principle, monthly accruals of unpaid expense invoices.

• Controlled the Credit Limit extended to both debtors and creditors; performed credit assessment and control

• Preparation of monthly payroll through WPS in compliance with the UAE Law.

• Verified and approved cash memos or debit memos.

• Managed fixed asset (acquisition, depreciation, revaluation, disposal)

• Completed annual financial audit of the company with the commissioned auditors. Manager Finance and Account

Green Energy Solutions - Nairobi, KE - 2009-04 - 2012-04 Reporting and Working Relationships

• Worked closely with the Finance team to prepare and implement financial strategies for Green Energy.

• Built and maintained financial models (in excel and other appropriate software packages) to assist on-going projects and provided input and strategic recommendations and solutions where appropriate.

• Monitored and reviewed accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.

• Prepared and reviewed budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices and assets.

• Provided and interpreted financial information.

• Monitored and interpreted cash flows and predicting future trends.

• Formulated strategic and long-term business plans.

• Exhibited and maintains excellent and supportive relationships with all staff. Research and Project Delivery

• Conducted detailed research into energy markets and energy companies as requested by senior management.

• Prepared reports, research papers, strategic analysis and presentations of a sufficiently high standard for senior management and external parties.

Business Development

• Built and maintained excellent relationships with a range of external advisory firms. Continuous Improvement of Position

• Conducted regular research and studies to enhance industry knowledge by attending work related conferences particularly within the Energy Sector as well as attending relevant seminars on Finance, Legal and related Industrial subjects.

EDUCATION

Master in Business Administration in Finance

University of Nairobi

2012-12

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Summit Institute of Professionals Studies

2012-12

Bachelor in Business Administration in Accounting

University of Liberia

2007-07

SKILLS

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Multi-currency accounting skill, Risk Management, Accounting Packages CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

2010-01 - 2012-12

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Highlighted skills:

• Financial Reporting Skills (interpretation and creation of complex financial reports)

• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines (Time Management)

• Capacity Building/Training, Development and Management Skills

• Budgeting/Analysis and conceptual thinking ability

• Building/Maintaining Relationships

• Confidentiality

• Program/ project management skill

• Developing, Installing, Implementing and Monitoring Internal Procedures Systems and Controls

• Excellent IT skills (MS Office Suite)

• Excellent knowledge in Several Accounting Packages (SAP, ACCPAC, Quick Books, Microsoft Great Plains, SUN, Microsoft General Ledger, Sage and Vision)

• Excellent Interpersonal, Communication and Negotiation skills

• Risk Management

• Team Player

• Ability to work with a multi-cultural staff and under pressure

• Fluency in written and spoken English

• Result/ Performance Oriented

• Multi-currency accounting skill

• Leadership Skills

Member:

• Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB)

• Certified Public Accountant - Kenya;

Membership No. NAC/201684

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