Project Accountant with 6+ Years of Financial Management Experience

NANYONJO MARY

Tel: +256-***-***-***, +256-***-***-*** Email: **************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and results-oriented Accounting Professional with over 6 years of experience in financial reporting, controls, compliance, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to streamline processes, improve accuracy by up to 20%, and enhance financial transparency. Skilled in budgeting, cash flow management, and compliance with statutory standards. Currently serving as Accounts Payable Officer, seeking to contribute as an Assistant Accountant in a dynamic organisation.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Accounts Payable Officer, Extreme Adventure Park March 2024 – Present

Reviewed and verified invoices with 98% accuracy, ensuring timely vendor payments and avoiding late fee penalties of 15%.

Reconciled vendor accounts, reducing discrepancies by 25% through prompt resolution.

Tracked and recorded operational expenses aligned within 100% of the company budget limits.

Matched purchase orders with invoices and goods received, improving payment approval efficiency by 30%.

Maintained compliance with internal controls, contributing to a successful audit with zero penalties.

Acted as primary vendor contact, resolving issues and fostering partnerships that improved vendor satisfaction scores by 20%.

Monitored cash flow to maintain adequate funds, achieving a 10% reduction in unexpected cash shortfalls.

Maintained organised payment records, supporting 100% audit readiness.

Supported tax compliance through accurate documentation, reducing tax filing errors by 15%.

Collaborated cross-functionally to improve billing accuracy, reducing billing disputes by 20%.

Established and maintained vendor profiles, streamlining onboarding process time by 25%.

Assistant Accountant, Paper Toils Ltd January 2018 – March 2024

Key Achievements and Responsibilities:

Implemented financial control systems that improved compliance rates by 30%.

Processed financial transactions with 99% accuracy and timeliness, enhancing workflow efficiency by 20%.

Coordinated audits, facilitating a 25% faster audit process with zero non-compliance issues noted.

Prepared management accounts and year-end statements with 100% adherence to deadlines.

Led budgeting and forecasting efforts, achieving variance limits within 5%.

Monitored KPIs, interpreting results to drive a 15% boost in business performance.

Reconciled balance sheets and managed cash flows, improving liquidity ratios by 10%.

Conducted tax calculations and ensured statutory compliance, avoiding audit penalties.

Managed cost accounting and resource planning, reducing operational costs by 12%.

Supported ERP implementation for asset management, increasing data accuracy by 20%.

Supervised petty cash management and provided reports, enhancing transparency by 25%.

Generated quarterly and annual financial reports utilized in strategic decision-making.

Accounts Assistant and Administrator, Excel Energy April 2017 – December 2017

Processed invoices and payments with an accuracy rate exceeding 95%, ensuring audit readiness.

Managed office requisitions and administration, improving office workflow efficiency by 15%.

Entered payroll data accurately in QuickBooks, reducing payroll errors by 10%.

Analyzed and corrected financial discrepancies proactively, enhancing data integrity by 20%.

Volunteer – Cash Office, Lugazi Municipal Council June 2016 – May 2017

Supported cash office operations, including trade licenses processing with 98% accuracy.

Generated accurate payment receipts and tax notices, contributing to a 15% increase in revenue collection efficiency.

Participated in revenue mobilization and record-keeping, supporting local government compliance.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Financial Controls and Compliance

Budgeting, Forecasting and Analysis

Vendor and Payables Management

Financial Reporting and Auditing

Cost and Resource Management

Tax Computation and Filing

Staff Supervision and Training

ERP and QuickBooks Proficiency

Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office Suite

Change Management and Leadership

Attention to Detail and Accuracy

Strong Communication and Team Collaboration

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Accounting 2012 – 2015

Makerere University Business School – Kampala, Uganda

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (A-Level) 2010 – 2011)

Our Lady of Africa, Namilyango – Kampala, Uganda

Uganda Certificate of Education (O-Level) 2006 – 2009

St. John’s Secondary School – Mukono, Uganda

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Level 2 (In Progress)

Certificate in Fraud Awareness Training

REFERENCES

Ms.Nagawa Neema Aisha HR Manager, Extreme Adventure Park +256-***-***-***

Mr Wagabone Michael Senior and Tax Accountant, Paper Toils (U) Ltd +256-***-***-***

Ms Namutebi Lois Accountant, Extreme Adventure Park +256-***-***-***

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Date: 22/10/2025

Signature: Mary Nanyonjo

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