As an accomplished finance professional with over 5 years of experience, including 3.5 years at a reputable Chartered Accountancy firm, I possess a versatile skill set in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Audit, Internal Controls, and Team Management.
With a results-driven mindset and strong analytical abilities, I am equipped to oversee and manage finance operations for any organization. Additionally, I am committed to ongoing learning and development to further enhance my expertise.
Proficient in preparing financial statements and reports to ensure regulatory compliance.
Skilled in reviewing financial reports for accuracy before submission to upper management.
Experienced in managing accounting software and overseeing month-end closing procedures.
Knowledgeable in reconciling monthly intercompany balances and managing accounting for multicurrency transactions.
Proficient in auditing financial data and posting journal entries, while also managing the company's fixed assets register.
Capable of conducting monthly general ledger and cash and bank account reconciliations.
Skilled in managing and training junior accountants.
Reported directly to the Head of Finance, overseeing all accounting functions including financial accounting, cost accounting, taxation, and full month-end closing procedure, while managing the accounting software.
Maintained an updated general ledger of accounts with accurate and industry-compliant data, meeting all internal and external audit requirements.
Created monthly and yearly financial statements to track financial progress, while managing the company's fixed assets and conducting reconciliations and inventory counts.
Optimized financial plans and forecasts by identifying and investigating variances.
Implemented and improved accounting systems and processes to align with business needs and maximize operational success.
Produced data analysis and other financial reports to assist managers in making informed business decisions.
Managed accounts payables and resolved billing issues with suppliers.
Worked independently with minimal supervision, while coordinating with other departments to ensure consistency.
Perform month end closing of accounts and prepare the monthly financial reports, Balance sheet, Profit and loss, and Cash flow.
Ensure the accuracy of the data and make sure that transactions are account for in their respective head of account, ensure proper classification of Assets.
Generate accounts receivables monthly aging reports, and maintain the files on account receivables & account payables and update records as required.
Prepare monthly sales report, purchase report, costing reports, cash flow forecasting and perform reconciliation of accounts.
Supervise the accounts staff and update management on any financial discrepancies found.
Performed strategic planning, execution, and finalization of Audit Engagements under IAS, IFRS and ISAs, Internal Audits, and Forensic Audits for various clients operating in multiple industries.
Assisted clients in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework including compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), local corporate laws, and directives of regulatory authorities.
Consulted clients on internal key controls design. Led project teams to execute the operational effectiveness, testing of the internal controls, and provided senior management recommendations for improvement as the companies implemented financial controls.
Supported several corporate clients by analyzing accounting systems for efficiency & effectiveness and by providing consulting and advisory services related to accounting and financial matters. These include
Designing General Accounting Policies and Procedure Manual.
Designing Chart of Accounts.
Feasibility Studies.
Designing Internal Controls.
Accounts Reconciliations.
Accounting treatment for complex transactions.
Tax calculation on salaries.
Managed a team of 4-5 persons and coached team members and colleagues.
Designed effective and efficient audits for medium to large engagements that reduced audit costs by 10%.