Financial reporting,reconcilliations,communications
Resume:
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented and analytical finance professional with over 2 years of experience in global development organizations and the private sector. Proficient in financial reconciliations, risk management, financial accounting, and preparing detailed reports ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Proven ability to implement digital solutions (AI, Automation) improving efficiency by 80%. Fluent in English, committed to transparency, accountability, and inclusive practices. Adept at using accounting software such as Pastel, Business World (Agresso), and SAP Business By Design. Professional Experience
Finance Assistant
Education Development Trust
July 2024 – November 2024
• Monitored cash positions and ensured sufficient funds for project implementation.
• Managed debtors’ and creditors’ reconciliations and expense tracking to ensure alignment with budget.
• Prepared detailed financial reports and reviewed payments for compliance with guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Conducted financial verifications and spot checks to review internal controls and financial records.
• Assisted in preparing and monitoring project budgets, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
• Facilitated audits and ensured audit findings and recommendations were properly addressed.
• Provided support in responding to financial-related inquiries from stakeholders. Achievements:
• Digital Transformation: Awarded 1st place Innovation Award for using AI Programme, CoPilot to efficiently capture payment registers via EcoCash, reducing time taken to prepare schedules by 80%.
Finance Intern
SNV Netherlands Development Organization
Sept 2022 – August 2023
• Performed supplier invoicing in SAP and bank and accounts payable reconciliation.
• Ensured payment packages were complete and in compliance with SNV policy. Hazel Kaseke Curriculum Vitae
, Harare
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• Assisted in asset verification and external audits.
• Tracked project expenditure, identified areas of concern, and ensured compliance with donor budget requirements.
• Reviewed staff acquittals and prepared accrual and adjusting journals.
• Managed intercompany transactions and balances with other country offices. Achievements:
• Audit Excellence: Contributed to achieving an unqualified audit opinion, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and compliance with SNV finance policies and accounting standards.
Accounts Graduate Trainee
Baines Imaging Group
Jan 2022 – Aug 2022
• Posted transactions to ledger accounts in Pastel.
• Conducted monthly stock takes and reconciled cash and bank accounts.
• Assisted during external audits and handled petty cash disbursements. Achievements:
• Risk Mitigation: Created a cash reconciliation tool using Microsoft Excel for the company’s nine branches, reducing pilferage by 25%.
Accounting Attache
Suburban Medical Centre
Aug 2019 – July 2020
• Managed debtors and suppliers’ reconciliations.
• Posted journals into Pastel and prepared payment requisition vouchers.
• Handled petty cash and attended to patient/client queries. Achievements:
• Achieved a distinction during my attachment, demonstrating exceptional performance and effective collaboration with colleagues.
Education
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Accountancy
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Graduated: 2021
Skills
• Budget Preparation and Monitoring
• Financial Reporting
• Internal Controls and Compliance
• Capital Budgeting Process
• Financial Control Process Implementation
• Audit Facilitation
• Accounting Software: Pastel, Business World (Agresso), SAP Business By Design
• Data Analysis
• Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing
Languages
• English (Fluent)
• Shona (Native)
• French (Elementary)
Behavioral Competencies
• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Documenting Facts
• Examining Information
• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies
• Data Management (Trading, Transacting)
• Financial Accounting
• Financial and Accounting Control
• Financial Systems Administration
• Reconciling Financial Records
• Risk Management
REFERENCES
1. Mrs T.Murimba,EDT
Finance Manager,
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2. Mr W.Mahachi,SNV,
Finance Manager,
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3. Mr P.Mapani,Baines Imaging Group
CEO
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