Business Development Financial Accountant

MARSHAL MATIMBA

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Financial Accountant

Results-driven Financial Accountant Business Development Strategist with 8+ years of experience in financial management, investment analysis, and business strategy across diverse industries. Proven expertise in financial forecasting, budgeting, M&A analysis, and risk management, with a track record of driving business growth and optimizing financial operations. Skilled in IFRS & GAAP compliance, advanced financial modeling, and tools like Excel (Advanced), QuickBooks, Xero, and SAGE Pastel. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and business development. Disruptive technologies enthusiast with demonstrated success in implementing automated financial controls and data-driven decision-making systems in fast- paced environments.

• Financial Forecasting and Analysis • Start Ups • Problem Solving

• Strong Interpersonal Skills • Data Analysis • MS Office (Advanced Excel)

• Detail Oriented • IFRS/GAAP Compliance • Management Accounting EDUCATION

Thunderbird School of Global Management, Phoenix, AZ MAY 2025 Master of Global Business Management

- Focused On Global Consulting, Finance and Investment Chartered Institute of Management Accountants ( CIMA) U.K. MAY 2026 Advanced Diploma, Management Accountant (Management Level) University Of South Africa, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa MAY 2016 Bachelor of Commerce Financial Management,

PROJECTS

Global Challenge Lab Thunderbird School of Global Management Phoenix, AZ (Oct 2024 – Dec 2024)

• Consulted for the Arizona District Export Council, leading the development of an Import-Export Certification Program.

• Conducted market research, feasibility analysis and financial projections identifying key skills gaps and certification standards Strategic Partnership Project MEATCO Namibia & Afrivida Angola Windhoek,Namibia (Oct 2017 – Dec 2019)

• Led negotiations and secured a strategic partnership between MEATCO Namibia, the country’s largest meat processing company, and Afrivida Angola to drive cross-border trade expansion.

• Conducted market analysis and feasibility studies, identifying key supply chain opportunities. Other Projects

• Negotiated MoU between Afrivida and University Of Namibia to bring exchange courses in business and English to Angola.

• Cofounded YM Learning Institute, which in partnership with Bindura University Of Science Education,(BUSE ZIM) was set to deliver educational programs in Namibia 2019.

• Through YM learning Institute partnered with the Zimbabwe Institute of Management to offer short courses in Namibia.

• Founded YM Start Ups Incubation Hub that oversaw the launch and incubation of over 5 Start Ups creating over 40+jobs. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Student Verifier Analyst Arizona State University, Tempe, USA MAY 2024-FEBRUARY 2025

• Reviewed and audited over 3000+ student academic transcripts, enrollment records, and other relevant documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness achieving over 96% accuracy.

• Investigated and resolved any discrepancies or inconsistencies found in student records by coordinating with academic departments, faculty, and other relevant parties.

• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of university policies, procedures, and regulations related to student records and enrollment verification.

• Maintained confidentiality and adhered to strict data privacy and security protocols when handling sensitive student information. Financial Accountant Sahara Accountants, Harare, Zimbabwe JULY 2023-APRIL 2024

• Performed all accounting functions for our clients from bookkeeping, payroll management, sales and invoicing, VAT tax fillings, reconciliation, accounts payable, accounting reports, payments which resulted in a 15% increase in customer retention.

• Generated management accounts and managed business to business client relations effectively and efficiently.

• Developed annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and strategic plans for the year which have helped increase our clients’ planning. Exams Accounts Officer British Council, Harare, Zimbabwe SEPTEMBER 2022-APRIL 2024

• Administers and runs various exam products for Cambridge, ACCA, CIPS, CIMA and IELTS with a 9% increase in B2B business.

• Oversees and supervises Schools Exams Officers, brought an improved tasks streamlining process which improved performance

• Handles and manages educational product delivery with integrity resulting in marked customer satisfaction. Investment Officer YM Investments, Windhoek, Namibia JANUARY 2018 – AUGUST 2022

• Identified Investment opportunities and oversaw and supervised investment projects.

• Led financial due diligence for $1M+ investment projects, securing high-yield opportunities.

• Conducted feasibility studies for startups and expansion strategies.

• Conducted project analysis and feasibility studies of business models for potential investors with proficiency.

• Developed financial models, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and strategic plans. Financial Analyst APF Commercial, Windhoek, Namibia JANUARY 2017 – DECEMBER 2018

• Identified Investment opportunities and oversaw and supervised investment projects in the education sector, resulting in securing a working partnership between University Of Namibia and several Angolan Educational Institutions

• Conducted project analysis and feasibility studies of business models for potential investors with proficiency spearheading the team that brokered the working partnership between MEATCO Namibia and AFRIVIDA Angola

• Developed annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and strategic plans. Accounting Officer Anga CC, Windhoek, Namibia JUNE 2016 – DECEMBER 2016

• Performed all accounting functions for our clients from bookkeeping, payroll management, sales and invoicing, VAT tax fillings, reconciliation, accounting reports, payments which has resulted in 11% increase in department efficiency

• Generated management accounts and managed business to business client relations effectively and efficiently. LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES

• Project leader YM Learning Institute which spearheaded establishment of BUSE franchises in Namibia and Angola APRIL 2019

• Team Leader New Business Afrivida Angola, secured a working partnership Between MEATCO and Afrivida. JANUARY 2018 TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Accounting & ERP Systems: QuickBooks Xero SAGE Pastel SAP ERP

• Data Analytics & Visualization: Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros) Tableau

• Financial Compliance & Tools: IFRS GAAP Taxation (SARS) Financial Modeling ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Hobbies include playing chess

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