Mervis Chakana
*************@*****.*** +265*********, +265********* C/O MR.J. Siliya,Private Bag 621 Mangochi Profile
To work with an organization where teamwork and coordination are up most importance and where my practical work experience, solid academic background combined with sincere hard work can make an immediate contribution to the organization towards its success and growth.
Employment
Treasury Officer Oct 2021 - Present
Malawi Telecommunication Limited (MTL)
Duties
Conducting all taxation related activities such as calculation of withholding tax, VAT and ensuring their remittance. Requesting for and compiling daily sales reports of all the MTL shops across the country.
Making Cash reconciliation of MTL accounts..
Receiving and responding to customers queries
Bank reconciliation of six of the company's accounts held with FDH, NBS, NB REVENUE, CDH, and STD expenditures.
Updating Billing system payments of all the company's MTL Shops across the country.
Journal entry's.
Posting receivables and payments into SAP system (Software Accounting Packages).
Caring out day today Banking operations.
Preparation of general receipts like writing cheques. Preparation of cashbook.
Compilation of payments vouchers.
Filling documents.
Key Achievements
Achieved financial gain.
Built and maintained strong client relationships.
Advised clients on important issues like tax liabilities or fund security.
Exceeded your monthly targets.
Used financial forecasting to reduce risks.
Accounts Assistant
Holy Cross Catholic Private School
Duties
Compilation of payments vouchers.
Assisting in monthly bank reconciliation statements using the accounting system (Quick Books) and filling documents. Preparation of general receipts like writing cheques. Personal details
Date of birth
October 4, 1996
Gender
Female
Nationality
Malawian
Civil status
Single
Languages
English
Chichewa
Skills
Microsoft word
Excel and Power point
Publisher
Accounting Software Package
Tally, SAP, Billing systems
Knowledge in SPSS
Excellent communication skills
in Chichewa and English
Participating in voluntary work
where necessary
Ability to work minimum
supervision
Able to work effectively in a
multi sectoral team
Good leadership skills
Posting receivables and payments into SAP (Soft Ware Accounting Packages) Preparation of cashbook.
Preparation of monthly wages and salaries.
Updating foreign exchange rates into SAP.
Preparing of MRA tax submissions like PAYE, VAT and WHT Liquidating document.
Ensuring the office supply is sufficient.
Key Achievements
Managed a team of nine accounts assistants and interns to ensure all deadlines were met on time.
Helping to cut business costs
Saving time
Increasing revenue
Accounts Assistant
Catholic Development Commission of Malawi (CADECOM) Duties
Preparing and maintaining financial records and reports. Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow analysis. Reconciling bank statements and ledger accounts.
Processing invoices, payments and expenses.
Supporting senior accountants and auditors with tax compliance and audit preparation.
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Commerce (BCOM) 2017 - 2021
DMI St. John the Baptist University
A Registered Accountant and Member of
ICAM as a Diplomate member
Jul 2023
Malawi School Certificate of Education
(MSCE)
2016
Michiru View Girls Secondary School
References
Malawi Telecommunication Ltd (MTL) P.O. Box 537, Blantyre
Ms. R. Bvumbwe
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School P.O. Box 8, Balaka
Fr. Lambulira - Director of Finance Investment Accounting (DOFIA) Catholic Development Commission of Malawi Catholic Diocese of Mangochi (CADECOM) P. O. Box 44,, Mangochi
Mr. G. Chilita - Head of Department (HOD) of Management and Commerce
DMI St John the Baptist University P.O. Box 406, Mangochi
Hobbies
Singing
Reading books
Dancing
Researching