Rio Tinto Inventory Control
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Finance and Administration Officer
The Salvation Army, Vana Activity Project / Chiweshe / Mar 2023 - Feb 2025
Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reports and variance analyses for management and donor review, ensuring adherence to organizational and donor requirements.
Participated in project planning, partnership development, monitoring, and evaluation activities.
Developed activity-based budgets for programmes by costing planned activities.
Oversaw the submission of statutory returns, including P.A.Y.E, Withholding tax, and NSSA, within required timelines.
Processed monthly payroll using the Belina Time System, maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
Managing and tracking of budgets to ensure there is no overspend low burn rate, verifies budget availability for any commitment.
Assisted in creating financial proposals and budgets for new funding opportunities to support organizational sustainability.
Performed office administration tasks, including procurement, asset management, and inventory control of supplies and equipment.
Managed staff time sheets, monitored leave balances, and enforced HR policies to maintain workforce compliance.
Delivered financial policy and procedure training to staff, reinforcing internal control systems.
Collaborated with program staff to ensure financial planning was integrated with programmatic goals for optimal resource use.
Coordinated logistics and managed finances for program events, workshops, and conferences, ensuring successful execution.
Managed cash flow by monitoring cash advances and expenditures, and requesting funds to maintain operational liquidity.
Ensured organizational compliance with financial reporting policies and processed statutory returns in a timely manner.
Managed payroll processing and statutory returns with a focus on compliance, confidentiality, and accuracy.
Developed budgets, monitored expenses, and maintained records for audit readiness.
Finance Assistant
Zimbabwe Health Interventions (ZHI) / Harare / Oct 2022 - Feb 2023
Assisted with the timely processing of financial payments, ensuring operational continuity for ZHI activities.
Responding to issues raised by both the compiance department and external auditors in relation to the program
CLEOPHAS. T. C
SARANEWAKO
A C C O U N T A N T
saranewakocleophas@gmai
l.com
House No 3 Private Road,
Braeside, Harare,
Zimbabwe
ABOUT ME
As a seasoned Professional
Accountant, I bring a wealth
of experience spanning five
years, specializing in financial
accounting, tax returns, and
transaction reconciliation. My
proficiency extends to the
meticulous accounting of
USAID donor-funded grants,
showcasing my capability to
manage complex financial
portfolios. I am adept in
utilizing a variety of the most
widely-used accounting
software programs, including
Pastel, QuickBooks, Oracle,
and Sage Evolution, which
underpins my ability to
deliver efficient and accurate
financial solutions. My
expertise is grounded in a
strong foundation of
industry-standard tools and
practices, making me a
valuable asset to any
financial team.
EDUCATION
Bachelor
NUST
CCE / Bulawayo / 2027
Association of Certified
Chartered Accountant (
ACCA) Qualification,
Fundamental level Aced
Bachelor
National University of
Science and
Technology / Bulawayo /
2017
Bachelor Commerce (Honors)
Degree in Accounting.
High school diploma
Implemented and maintained electronic and manual financial management systems to improve organizational efficiency.
Managed Accounts Receivables for ZHI projects, engaging with Sub partners to secure timely contributions.
Monitored and resolved outstanding advances and deposits, focusing on the recoupment of aging balances.
Supported team in audit preperations and regulatory compliance.
Facilitated payment processing to employees and vendors via Ecocash and other digital banking platforms, showcasing adaptability to modern financial practices.
Recorded financial transactions accurately and promptly into Dynamics 365 Accounting Software, supporting reliable financial reporting.
Provided supervisory and management support to enhance team collaboration and efficiency.
Prepared budget variance analyses to compare budgeted figures against actual expenditures.
Assisted in the preparation for audits and donor spot checks, ensuring compliance and financial integrity.
Managed Accounts Receivables, securing timely funds from Sub partners. Finance Assistant
Howard Hospital Pathways Project / Chiweshe / Jul 2020 - Sep 2022
Ensured compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements from donors and government entities.
Prepared and submitted VAT claims reports within established deadlines.
Processed payment requests, verifying supporting documents and securing necessary approvals.
Conducted detailed bank reconciliations and executed month-end closing procedures for the Pathways Project.
Maintained and reviewed staff debtors accounts to ensure transactional accuracy.
Managed the systematic filing of expenditure vouchers in adherence to donor policies, with complete supporting documentation.
Implemented cash management procedures to maintain financial integrity and safeguard cash reserves.
Reviewing fund request and programme work advances to ensure they are within the required timelines.
Participated in field visits to review the financial management of the project and train field staff as required.
Monitored fund usage reports to confirm the accuracy of recorded expenditures.
Assisted the Finance Coordinator in performing Budget Variance Analysis to monitor budget adherence.
Worked with project coordinator to ensure proper closure of projects, final reports submitted, and donor requirements are followed.
Executed vendor payments and recorded transactions in the Pastel accounting system with meticulous documentation.
Performed regular cash counts and bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
Facilitated the timely processing and disbursement of payments to suppliers, maintaining strong vendor relationships.
Reviewing vouchers and invoices and monitoring payment requests and disbursements on project activities assigned.
Managed staff accounts and implemented cash management.
Ensured compliance with financial laws and timely VAT report submissions. Howard High
School / Chiweshe / 201
2
Zimbabwe General Certificate
of Education at Advanced
Level - Top-tier A-Level
results: 3 Passes
GED
Mazowe High
School / Harare / 2010
7 'O' Level Passes in
Zimbabwe GCE
SKILLS
Experience in Navison,
Oracle, Sage Evolution and
Quick-books Accounting
Software
Excellent oral and written
communication skills in
English
Proficiency in Microsoft
Office
Managing payroll
Producing financial reports
that are aligned with
accounting standards
Forecasting budgets
Adapting
Managing Time
Analyzing
Taxation
Maintaining a project specific Fixed Assets register. Assistant Accountant
Star Lube Lubricants Trading / Dubai, United Arab Emirates / Mar 2019 - Feb 2020
Maintained accurate financial records, including journals and ledgers, to uphold financial integrity and transparency.
Supported the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions were recorded promptly and accurately.
Prepared and processed accounts payable and receivable to manage timely payments and collections, maintaining healthy cash flow.
Conducted bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial transactions in company accounts.
Conducted bank reconciliations.
Utilized QuickBooks for efficient accounting entry input, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
Processed invoices and billing statements with attention to accuracy and adherence to financial procedures.
Contributed to budgeting and forecasting report preparation, assisting in financial planning and analysis.
Assisted in preparing comprehensive financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for strategic decision- making.
Managed AP/AR for robust cash flow and timely transactions
Streamlined month-end closings for accurate finance records
Processed employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and fiscal responsibility.
Organized and maintained accounting files in accordance with company policy, ensuring readiness for audits and reviews.
Supported timely month-end closings and transaction recording. Accounts Clerk
Prime and Standby Power Supplies (Pvt) Ltd t/a Engen Petroleum / Harare, Zimbabwe / Nov 2017 - Dec 2018
Managed daily cash receipting and invoice generation, ensuring timely and accurate billing.
Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable, maintaining organized financial records.
Reconciled petty cash with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in cash handling.
Entered accounting data into Pastel and Excel, contributing to efficient financial data management.
Prepared bank deposits, general ledger postings, and statements, supporting the financial workflow.
Performed regular bank reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial statements.
Assisted in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, aiding in strategic decision-making.
Tracked and categorized expenses and income, enhancing the clarity of financial records.
Maintained and updated financial databases and spreadsheets, ensuring data reliability and accessibility.
LANGUAGES
English
Shona
REFERENCES
Major D Kanyemba
The Salvation Army
dillion.kanyemba@zimsalvatio
narmy.org
Mrs. S Mawone
Zimbabwe Heath
Interventions
*******@***.***.**
Mr Teramai
Howard Hospital Pathways
Project
********@**************.**.
zw
Mr. M. C Barry
Star Lube Lubricants Trading
LLC
*****@************.***
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