Manager Accounting
Resume:
CURRICULUM VITAE
NAKIMERA GORRET
Email: ************@*****.***, Tel: +256*********, +256*********
Profile summary
A certified public accountant finalist
Over 6 years’ experience in audit and risk management, accounting & Finance and as well as financial management across different industries and sectors.
I possess working knowledge of the International Auditing Standards (IAS) and International Financial Reporting standards (IFRS).
I am quick to grasp new ideas and concepts and develop innovative and creative solutions to problems.
I am able to work well on my own and also as part of a team and can demonstrate the highest level of motivation required to meet the tightest of deadlines. Even under pressure, I possess a strong ability to perform effectively.
An external auditor with in-depth knowledge and skills in planning, executing and finalizing audit assignments.
Appropriate knowledge at all levels of business operations for example procurement, logistics, Human resource, Finance, etc.
Advanced skills and knowledge in the use of accounting software’s (Tally, Quick books and basics of SAP), great expertise in Microsoft Excel, word and power point.
Professional experience
Audit Associate and Tax consultant
ESPRINT ENSEMBLE CONSULTS CPA ANALYST February 2019-Date
Participated in the audit planning process and coming up with an audit program for clients across different sectors i.e. NGOs, Insurance, manufacturing and retail.
Participated in audit entry meetings with clients to explain the scope and objectives of the audit engagement to clients and provide an overview of all steps in the audit process.
Developed a risk based test plan by selecting appropriate audit approach, test procedures and sampling criteria based on professional judgment and defined internal audit methodology.
Performed audit tests and prepared working papers in accordance with professional Internal Audit standards and Esprint ensemble consults IA methodology.
Organized and referenced work papers for review by the audit manager.
Participated in the exit meetings with client at the end of fieldwork, providing clear explanations for identified issues.
Assisted in the preparation of concise and informative audit report to effectively communicate the findings and recommendations to the senior management.
Participated in Fraud investigations for different clients, conducted investigations which involved approximately Ush 400M for the clients
Re-writing books of accounts for clients including posting transactions in the system, bank reconciliations.
Preparing and filling of statutory returns such as VAT, PAYE, NSSF, and WHT for the clients.
Carrying out Financial Projections and forecasts for clients including annual, semi-quarterly and quarterly forecasts.
Logistics Management including stock counting, reconciliation and stock adjustment of the system.
Conducted business process review and re designing of the business processes of the clients by identifying gaps and providing practical recommendations.
Evaluated the adequacy of process design and the effectiveness of controls of the organization in meeting business and control objectives.
Conducted risk assessment of various business processes and assisted clients on controls and risk mitigation related issues.
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT January 2017-December2018
MHK GENERAL AGENCIES LTD
While here, I generated analytical financial information, coordinated the development and maintenance of a sound financial management system by ensuring timely preparation of financial reports for management approval and decision making
Reviewed reconciliations for accounts payable and receivable ledgers to ensure that statutory deductions (P.A.Y.E.), NSSF, Local Services Tax, Withholding tax) have been correctly deducted, paid and submitted to statutory authorities in line with relevant statute, finance policy. This ensured 100% compliance to all statutory obligations
Review all cash receipts / credits to ensure that revenue is recognized according to corporate policies and that program budgets have been created in the financial system to track expenditure received for proper accountability.
Ensure that all processes and procurements adhere to corporate policy, legal and contractual obligations and corporate and donor standards.
Produce financial reports for internal and external consumption to include to revenue received and spent during the year, produce annual budget proposal to the donors and management, support annual audits and provide internal audit control functions.
Collected cost information in relation to overheads and variables costs and maintained an expense database for monitoring
Reviewed all the cash forecasts prepared by the accountant payables and discussed with the Managing director for approval. This improved cash flow management
Prepared monthly reports for management decision making. Including aging reports for debtors, payables, aging analysis reports for inventory and as well as ratio analysis
Reviewed all bank accounts reconciliation and ensure the update of all cash accounts with the relevant entries in line with company guidelines.
Participated in preparation of organizational annual work plans and budgets. This enhanced proper allocation of resources and activities to perform, thus promoting efficiency at work.
Prepared monthly schedules for reporting including Profit or Loss (P/L), Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statements in line with international accounting standards and company guidelines
Prepared monthly payroll for all staff for salaries to be effected on every 25th of the month and posted all the transactions in tally accounting System.
Accountant June 2015-December 2016
While here, I generated analytical financial information, coordinated the development and maintenance of a sound financial management system by ensuring timely preparation of financial reports for management approval and decision making
Participated in budget preparation and implementation for the financial year 2016/17
Ensured payable accounts reconciliations are prepared on a monthly and quarterly basis for both local and foreign suppliers.
Posted all expenditures in tally accounting system. This facilitated the preparation of monthly reports by 10th of every month for management decision marking.
Prepared and effectively managed a 3 month rolling cash flow forecasts and controls there on. This improved on cash flows and ensured zero bouncing of cheques paid to suppliers.
Worked closely with the accounts receivable to follow up on debt collection from corporate customers. This improved on cash inflow position of the company.
Managed stock and stock levels (work with the stores & purchasing team) to determine optimal stocks and aging levels of inventory for MHK general agencies ltd.
Suggested regular improvements to internal controls by writing reports to top management on areas of weakness with adequate measures on how they can be achieved.
Worked closely with purchasing team to attract and retain suppliers and good service providers for the company both local and foreign suppliers.
Ensured that all petty cash accounts, Contingency accounts and Cash at hand accounts are properly reconciled before requesting for the money.
Fully reconciled all the bank accounts including local and foreign accounts.
Professional Developments/Training
Data analytics for fraud examiners using advanced excel and other specialized tools
Certificate in report writing from the Institute of Certified Internal Auditors
Tax training by Uganda Revenue Authority statutory deductions i.e. Income Tax, VAT, WHT, PAYE
Computer training specifically in Microsoft word, excel, power point present, tally, pastel and Navision accounting systems.
Knowledge of Generally accepted Accepted Accounting Principles.
Keeping Confidential Information as Confidential.
Competencies.
•Decision making / problem solving skills .
•Integrity and honesty, truth full and trusted.
•Communication, communicates effectively in group or individual situations .
•Team work / relationships, works well with other members of the team and ability to build and maintain effective relationships and networks.
•Learning attitude, proactively takes advantages of opportunities to learn.
•Result oriented / High quality deliverables, demonstrates ability to achieve effective results, works persistently to overcome obstacles to goal achievement.
Educational background
Certified Public Accountant level four student
: 2020
Bachelor of Business studies from IUIU Mbale
: 2014
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education
: 2009
Uganda Certificate of Education
: 2007
Language proficiency:-
English- Fluently spoken, written-Very good
Luganda- Fluently spoken, written-Good
Interests
Reading: Specifically in regards to my professional development
Playing with children: I really love this, I just like seeing them happy
Certification:
I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and believe that the information provided correctly describes me, my qualifications, and my experience.
Date: 2nd December 2020
Signature
REFERENCES
CPA Byansi Tanasi
Domestic tax officer
Uganda Revenue Authority
Tel: +256*********
Email: ************@*****.***
Mr. Dan Kyagaba
Manager national assessment
Programme examinations
Uganda National Examinations Board
Mis. Sarah Chalangat
Tax Manager
Earnest and Young Audit firm Uganda
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