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DENNIS MUSONDA
Accountant
PERSONAL DETAILS
Phone: +260-***-***-***/ +260
Email: *********@*****.***
Address: Lusaka,chalala.
Zambia Nationality: Zambian
EDUCATION
Currently Studying ACCA
professional stage and ZICA CA
Zambia University College of
technology in association with the
University of Zambia
07/2023 - Present
Bachelor’s Degree in
AccountancyZambia University
College of technology in association
with the University of Zambia
Completion Year: 12/2022
Partly Diploma in Accounting
Zambia University College of
technology in association with the
University of Zambia
Completion Year: 2008
Diploma in Business -
Bookkeeping & Accounts
British College of Professional
Management
Completion Year: 2001
Pastel Accounting - Certificate
Siatebe Institute of Business &
Technology - Ndola, Zambia
Completion Year: 2013
General Certificate of Secondary
Education - (Grade 12 ‘O’ level)
Mansa Secondary School - Mansa,
Zambia Completion Year: 1997
RELEVANT SKILLS
CAREER SUMMARY
Results-driven Finance Professional with a strong academic background and over 6 years of practical experience in accounting and finance. Currently pursuing ACCA professional stage and ZICA CA qualifications, complemented by a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy. Demonstrated expertise in financial operations, compliance, and reporting, with a track record of implementing efficient policies and procedures. Proficient in QuickBooks and MS Office, with meticulous attention to detail and an organized approach. A fully paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA), committed to upholding professional standards. Eager to leverage skills and experience to excel as the Accountant and contributing to the continued success of Bridging Gap Solution Limited. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ACCOUNTANT 08/2023 - Present
Employer: Woodfit Concerpts Limited - Zambia
Duties And Responsibilities
Prepare and file Tax, NAPSA, and NHIMA returns, ensuring compliance with relevant tax and regulatory requirements.
Handle the preparation and filing of VAT returns, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
Perform data entry in Pastel accounting software, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Organize and maintain both hard copy and electronic data for seamless accessibility and efficient record-keeping.
Conduct bank account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial transactions and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Prepare monthly stock reconciliation, monitoring inventory levels and supporting effective inventory management.
Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, providing valuable financial insights for decision-making.
Efficiently handle payroll preparation, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees.
In my current role, I remain committed to delivering accurate and timely financial support to Fotmols Executive Lodge, contributing to its financial success and overall operations.
HEAD FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER 12/2018 - 12/2022 Employer: Sure Mark Limited - Ndola, Zambia
Duties And Responsibilities
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FINANCE DUTIES
Led the preparation and timely payment of payroll, ensuring accurate compensation for employees.
Successfully handled the preparation and payment of all monthly obligations, including PAYE, WHT, TOT, and NAPSA and NHIMA complying with regulatory requirements.
Established and maintained comprehensive financial policies and procedures, promoting efficiency and transparency across the organization.
Conducted monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records.
Significantly enhanced the company’s financial accuracy and compliance. This contributed to improved financial control and minimized the risk of financial irregularities.
Produced detailed financial reports related to budgets, account payables, account receivables, expenses, and financial statements, providing crucial insights for informed decision-making.
Played a pivotal role in enhancing the company’s profitability. This proactive approach to financial management contributed to the company’s overall financial health and sustainable growth.
Effectively managed financial resources, allocating budgets and overseeing financial activities for optimal performance.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
Managed office suppliers, ensuring a steady inventory of essential items and facilitating smooth office operations.
Coordinated employee benefits, organized meetings, and efficiently handled incoming and outgoing correspondence to maintain effective communication channels.
Conducted job advertisements, interviews, and comprehensive training for new employees, resulting in a well-qualified and knowledgeable workforce
Creating staff contracts and dealing with all human resourses issues.
Educated employees about company rules, policies, and best practices, fostering a cohesive and compliant work environment.
Conducted disciplinary actions when necessary, maintaining a fair and respectful workplace for all employees.
Processed payroll accurately and on time, ensuring employees received their compensation promptly and facilitating payroll-related queries.
Updated company policies to align with industry standards and legal regulations, contributing to enhanced compliance and streamlined operations.
Successfully recruited and onboarded skilled employees, enhancing team productivity and overall company performance.
ASSISTANT AUDITOR 06/2019 - 07/2019
Employer: Zambia International Trade Fair - Ndola, Zambia Duties And Responsibilities
Conducted audits of participation fees for the Trade Fair held in 2019, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation of revenue streams.
Performed a comprehensive audit of the list of exhibitors, verifying their registrations and adherence to the event’s guidelines.
Efficiently managed the daily
issuance of tickets to ticket
sellers, maintainingmeticulous
records of ticket distribution.
Handled the receipting and
banking of funds collected
from ticket sellers,ensuring
secure and transparent
financial transactions.
Successfully reconciled sold
and unsold tickets, identifying
discrepancies andreconciling
ticket sales records.
Good communication writtenand oral skills
Good Organizational skills
Strong Analytical skills
Time Management
Leadership Qualities
Good Interpersonal skills
Excellent financial accountknowledge
Excellent knowledge of accountsPayables, Receivables, Processes and procedures
Experience in using sage pasteland other similar accounting Systems
Knowledge of PASTELAccounting
Proficiency in preparation ofstatutory obligations
(NAPSA,WHT,TOT,PAYE and NHIMA)
Attention to detail and accuracy
Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MSPublisher
Creative problem-solving skills
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION
Zambia Institute of CharteredAccountants - Student Membership LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English - Fluent
Bemba - Intermediate
Nyanja - Intermediate
REFEREES
1. Mr. Gyvers Sinyiza Group Accountant Woodfit concerpt Limited
Ndola, Zambia
Cell: +260-***-******
2. Mr. Kampo StephenGeneral Manager Morganite (Z) Limited Lusaka, Zambia
Ensured financial integrity and compliance during the Trade Fair. Through meticulous audits of various financial aspects, such as participation fees, ticket sales, and sponsorship reconciliations, potential revenue leakages and irregularities were minimized, enhancing the company’s financial reputation and credibility.
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT 06/2014 - 10/2018
Employer: MORGANITE/MPENDE FISHERIES - Ndola, Zambia Duties And Responsibilities
Ensured timely bank deposits and maintained accurate records of daily transactions in the books, promoting financial accuracy and transparency.
Prepared comprehensive trade receivable and payables statements, facilitating efficient management of outstanding payments and obligations.
Conducted bank reconciliations, stock management, and generated suppliers reports, providing critical financial insights to the management.
Managed petty cash expenses, ensuring proper retirement and meticulous reconciliations for better expense tracking.
Proficiently prepared financial documents, including invoices, payment advice, and cheques, streamlining financial operations.
Maintained up-to-date financial records, reconciling accounts, and managing petty cash efficiently contributed to improved financial efficiency. This helped in reducing errors, minimizing wastage, and optimizing resource allocation, ultimately saving the company time and money.
Contributed to enhanced debt management. This resulted in a reduction of overdue receivables, improved cash flow, and strengthened the company’s financial position.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAININGS
a) Certificate in Computer from Twikatane Ndola Vocational Training Centre
- Ndola, Zambia Completion Year: 2009
Cell: +260-***-***-***
3. Mrs. Temwa M. Siame
HOD (Business Studies)
Zambia University College of
technology in association with
the University of Zambia
Cell: +260-***-***-***
4. Mr. Boniface Musonda
Dean of Students
Zambia University College of
technology in association with
the University of Zambia
Cell: +260-***-***-***
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