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Finance Officer Senior Accountant

Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Posted:
February 14, 2024

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Ahimbisibwe

John Baptist

Finance Officer,

Senior Accountant

Contact

Address

Kampala, Uganda, 256

Phone

256*********

E-mail

ahimbisibwejohnbaptist@y

ahoo.com

Skills

Strong leadership and

Interpersonal skills

Excellent

Financial Analysis

Excellent

Knowledge of basic GAAP

Excellent

Budgeting and Financial

Reporting

Excellent

Auditing & Risk management

Excellent

Tax Compliance and IFRS

Excellent

Proficiency in Quick Books

Excellent

A dynamic Accounting & Finance professional with 10+ years of extensive expertise across the domains of Budgeting, Auditing, Business Planning & Analysis, Cash Flow planning, Financial Reporting, Receivables/Payables Management and Taxation. I have demonstrated a deep understanding of accounting principles, payables and receivables reconciliations plus application of regulatory IFRS standards.

Work History

2015-02 –

up to date

Finance and Accounting Manager

Uganda Printing and Publishing Corporation

Activities and Responsibilities.

Prepared financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

Efficiently Managed shs 2billion in accounts payables and receivables, ensuring all invoices were promptly paid and resolving discrepancies with vendors.

Analyzed balance sheets, posted monthly journal

entries using QuickBooks, complying with GAAP.

Performed monthly bank reconciliations and GL

account analyses for assets worth 1.5 billion

Ensured proper GL coding of expense reports for bank, cash and supplier reconciliations

Conducted budgeting and disbursement of funds.

Accurately compensated employees and processed

all Payroll taxes on time.

Accurately filed VAT, NSSF, PAYEE and WHT tax returns.

Partnered with auditors to track errors and add

contributions to maintain accuracy.

Supervised and mentored a team of 5 accountants. 2012-01 –

2014-12

Finance Officer

Ntungamo Municipal Council

Activities and Responsibilities.

Tracked financial progress by creating district cash flows, balance sheet, income statement.

Conducted accurate monthly reconciliations for over 1,300+ transactions on average within accounts

payable and reduced outstanding invoices by 56%.

Conducted budgeting and cash flow planning for

the district through monthly cash flow projections. Strong written and oral

communication skills

Excellent

Payable and Receivable

Account Management

Excellent

Knowledge of Donar & Local

government Compliance

Excellent

Problem Solving

Excellent

Ability to multitask

Excellent

Project Management

Excellent

Microsoft Office Packages.

Excellent

Organizational Skills

Excellent

Staff Training & Development

Excellent

Advanced Excel Skills

Excellent

Administered employee payroll, benefits, and leave management, ensuring compliance with labor laws.

Prepared and reviewed monthly tax filings, including payroll tax, VAT and Withholding tax.

Analyzed Payables accounts and prepared analysis reports for example budget and variance reports.

Supported the processing and posting of accounts payable and receivable entries in QuickBooks.

Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate audits.

Handled invoice validation and supplier payments 2000-01 -

2012-01

Senior Accountant

Isingiro District Local Government

Activities and Responsibilities

Led financial statement preparation and analysis, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards.

Managed fixed asset register, resulting in improved accuracy and timely recording of assets.

Audited contracts with contractors and vendors.

Supported the Accounting officer in financial planning and budgeting.

Managed accounts receivable and payable ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing and payments.

Accurately prepared monthly reports on payables

aging, collections, and outstanding balances.

Implemented internal controls, reducing financial risks and improving process efficiency.

Accurately compensated public service employees

and processed all Payroll taxes on time.

Accurately filed VAT, NSSF, PAYEE and WHT tax returns 1996-01 -

1999-12

Accounts Assistant

Mbarara District local Government

Activities and responsibilities.

Managed aspects of financial accounting, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and

financial reporting.

Prepared accurate and timely financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting principles.

Overseed budget preparation and cash flow planning.

Conducted internal audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and adherence to policies.

Posted journal entries using Quick books software.

Performed monthly cash and Bank reconciliations.

Assisted in making of payroll and filling VAT returns Education

2019-01 -

2020-12

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Mbarara University of Science & Technology

2012-01 –

2012-12

Post Graduate Diploma Financial Management

Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda 2007-12 -

2009-12

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Level 4

Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda 2005-08 -

2008-01

1990-01 -

1991-12

1986-12 -

1988-12

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Level 4

Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education

St .Joseph Secondary School - Naggalama

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

Mbarara University of Science & Technology,

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education

St. Francis Secondary School

Uganda Certificate of Education

St. Francis Secondary School

Certifications

Accounting Technician Certificate of Uganda (ATC), Certified Public Accountants of Uganda; CPA (U) 2004 Additional Information

REFEREES

Mr. Kenneth Oluka,

Managing Director at Uganda Printing and Publishing Corporation

Phone: 077*******

Email: *.*****@****.**.**

Mr. Omwiine Peter

Internal Auditor at Uganda Export Promotion Board

Phone: 070*******

Ms. Betty Ajambo,

Human Resource Manager at Uganda Printing and

Publishing Corporation

Phone 077*******

Email: *.******@****.**.**

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