DENNIS MUSONDA

Accountant

PERSONAL DETAILS

Phone: +260-***-***-***/ +260

*** *** *** /+260-***-***-***

Email: ad1lvs@r.postjobfree.com

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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