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Old Pumula

Bulawayo

The Human Resources Manager

Mimosa House 4th floor left wing office 5&6

CBD Industrial,

Bulawayo

Dear Sir/Madam

REF: APPLICATION FOR ACCOUNTS CLERK POSITION

I am writing to express my interest in the Accounts Clerk Position. My accounting and administrative experience aligns well with the requirements you are seeking for the entity and I am certain I would make a valuable addition to your organisation.

With more than 13 years’ experience in the various finance capacities in the humanitarian sector and quasi government sector. In my previous assignments l gained valuable experience in cash-flow management, Payable, Receivable reconciliations, Asset Management & Audits, improvement of internal controls and preparation of both internal and external audits.

One of my strong attributes is being able to work as a team, hardworking and ability to design control systems.

I look forward to discussing my application in greater detail.

Yours Faithfully,

Dalubuhle Sibanda

CURRICULUM VITAE

DALUBUHLE SIBANDA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

A positive proactive and results driven Accountant with a successful background in the managing international donor funded Projects (grants) and providing financial advice to several companies on a part time basis. Experience in the humanitarian industry for more than 13 years

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Commerce Business Informatics Year 2 –UNISA(studies-2019)

Advanced Diploma Computer Science And Information Processing minor in Bookkeeping (ABMA)

Acca Diploma in Accounting & Business ( Financial Accounting Passed current Studies- July 2022 Exams(MA & BT)

INHOUSE TRAINING

2007 Finance Management ADRA International Professional Leadership Institute-Kenya

2009 Grant Management and Financial Policies UNICEF (Bulawayo)

2010 Finance Software-Sunplus ADRA International-Kenya

2014 EuroAid Regulations Finance World Vision International Germany

2018 Finance Management USAID Regional Southern Africa

2021 Financial Modelling (Management Accounts) Quatrohaus & ACCA Zimbabwe

Computer and Accounting Packages:

Microsoft Navision, Sun Systems, Golden Pay, Pastel Partner Version 11, Excel, MS Word, Power-point

Language Proficiency: English, Southern Ndebele, Zulu, Shona

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY & RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrator–October 2019-December 2021

To ensure that the implementation of projects financial obligations is carried out according to the time-lines as set out in the work-plan.

To liaise closely with both Field staff, TOM, PM & Finance Manager in order to ensure that all inputs required for timeous activity implementation are made available.

Prepare draft budgets and ensure the organization is compliant with such.

Draft and review together with the Management on the financial controls and compliance mechanisms.

Ensure that together with the Finance and Administration Unit conduct out all financial tasks in accordance with laid down procedures.

Ensure adequate preparation of expenditure verification preparatory and execution arrangements and activities are always in place.

Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports to donors and management while at the same time ensuring compliance with specific donor requirements for specific contracts

Consortium Finance Officer SAT –October 2017-June 2019

Developed and maintained the accounting system for the projects in accordance with the Operational Manual and donor guidelines

Provide information necessary for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual and other financial statements as necessary;

Maintained proper control of the projects accounts including Project Receivables and Payables, and relevant documents to apply for the project account replenishment

Prepare on the basis of information transmitted by the different partners, all contracts between the projects and contractors. Verified the accuracy of all financial data with the standard norms and record all transactions in the appropriate file;

Review and verify all requests for payments from partners and prepare necessary payments.

Provided backstopping and training to partners on financial issues

Facilitated staff policy trainings

Recommended for upgrading of SAT’s internal controls and policies in line with donor requirements and international accounting standards. Assisted in developing and maintaining the Operational Manual

Performed regular internal audits and compliancy checks within the consortium.

Maintained proper control of the projects accounts in line with budgets and cash-flows.

Financial Consultant Aquaculture Zimbabwe July 2017-Sept 2017

To ensure that the implementation of projects financial obligations is carried out according to the time-lines as set out in the work-plan.

To liaise closely with both Field staff, TOM, PM in order to ensure that all inputs required for timeous activity implementation are made available.

Prepare draft yearly budgets and ensure the organization is compliant with such.

Draft and review together with the Project Manager on the financial controls and compliance mechanisms.

Ensure that the Finance and Administration Unit conduct out all financial tasks in accordance with laid down procedures.

Institute cash management and spreadsheet accounts (Cash and accounts management) systems.

Ensure adequate preparation of internal and external audit preparatory and execution arrangements and activities are always in place.

Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports to donors and management while at the same time ensuring compliance with specific donor requirements for specific contracts

Financial Consultant Techno Serve Inc Zambia (10 May- 24June 2017)

Facilitated the adjustment of General Ledger Accounts and investigated areas of potential risk for audit preparation

Conducted Receivable, Payables for vendors and employees and Bank Reconciliations

Accurately recording of Invoices, Payments and General Journals for updating financial records

Program Accountant- TechnoServe Inc Zimbabwe (March 2016-April 2017)

Ensured payments are processed in due time based on appropriate documentation, approval and in accordance to the monthly trackers

Prepared Analysis of monthly administrative expenditures and recommendations on the realignment of indirect costs for the respective programs

Assisted the Finance Manager in preparing Management Accounts and budget variance reports for the projects

Reviewed travel and program expense reports and liaised with Program Manager(s) in developing expenditure plans, monitoring forecasts versus spend.

Conducted compliance visits to sub-grantees, field offices & assist in preparing for internal and external audits.

Assist in reviewing financial reports and supporting documents submitted by sub-grantees.

Ensured proper documentation of all financial transactions were maintained in organized files for the duration of the projects

Finance & Admin Manager -Aquaculture Zimbabwe (January 2014- 28 February 2016)

Interface with key donors and high level donor community staff

To ensure that the implementation of projects financial obligations is carried out according to the time-lines as set out in the work-plan.

To liaise closely with both Field staff, TOM, PM in order to ensure that all inputs required for timeous activity implementation are made available.

Prepare draft yearly budgets and ensure the organization is compliant with such.

Draft and review together with the Project Manager on the financial controls and compliance mechanisms.

Ensure that the Finance and Administration Unit conduct out all financial tasks in accordance with laid down procedures.

Institute cash management and spreadsheet accounts (Cash and accounts management) systems.

Ensure adequate preparation of internal and external audit preparatory and execution arrangements and activities are always in place.

Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports to donors and management while at the same time ensuring compliance with specific donor requirements for specific contracts.

Branch Accountant-CSC Masvingo Branch (July 2012 – December 2013)

Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts in accordance the company policies & procedures

Ensured accurate and timely monthly,quarterly and year end close together with Monthly Management reports

Established and monitored the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures including the integration to a new accounting package (Pastel)

Initiated Revenue planning and forecasting

Restructured the Accounts department and drafted new job descriptions and ensured that the coordination of the audit process and day to day functions where fulfilled

Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.

Country Accountant CNFA International-Zimbabwe December 2010 to January 2012

Continuously monitored financial projections, actual disbursements in compliance with USAID’s regulations and institutional policies and procedures

Periodically advised the Program Director on the consortium Cash Management

Facilitated the realignment of program budget in line with the revised work plans

Drafts monthly financial reports that accompany the monthly vouchers sent to CNFA HO within the first week after the end of each month.

Reviews and provides financial clearance on purchase orders for ASP-Z commodities, equipment and supplies

Maintains orderly and retrievable ASP-Z financial records (both soft and hard copies)

Collaborates with Management and Finance Officer in oversight of financial and compliance issues related to the guarantee funds mechanism and matching grants

Ensured that financial records were always on track for internal and external audits

Projects Accountant ADRA Zimbabwe August 2003 to December 2010

Developed project budgets for proposed budgets and contributed towards the revision of mid-year budget s and ensure that project implementation adheres to set donor standards as outlined in the MOUs.

Consolidated reports from Regional Bookkeepers for submission to the Finance and Administration Director.

Compiled financial statements for projects

Develop, recommend improvements in the projects accounts section for head office and regional offices.

Perform bank reconciliations for project bank accounts maintained at head office.

Provided period financial tracker for respective projects periodically as well as give early warning for over expenditure.

Prepared financial statements for presentation to Finance Committee during the organization restructure period 2008-9.

Nominated in 2007 and 2010 to participate in the development of ADRA Financial Internal Controls and trial test of Sun-plus package

REFEREE:

S Khumalo [Mrs] Jonah Mabuvta [Mr.] Sign Masango (Mr.)

Project Manager Snr Fin Manager-Maryland Global Princeton Bus College -Director IRC Gaberone 11Avenue & R Mugabe Way

Greendale,Hre Botswana Bulawayo

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Permanent Residential

A6251 Old Pumula

Bulawayo

Zimbabwe

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Skype:dalubuhles

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Date of Birth 29 April 1983

Male

Married

Driver lic Class 4 13059DM

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