Agamu Busaka
Financial Controller
Kwale,Coast
Summary
Dedicated Financial Controller offering more than 15 years of expertise in financial management. Skillful in leading financial operations such as accounting, reporting and feasibility studies for capital projects and acquisitions. Certified in Financial Accounting and Financial Management.
Overview
14
14
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / ASSISTANT MANAGER
Lantana Galu Beach
Mombasa, Kwale
08.2010 - 07.2020
- 9th AUGUST 2010 to 31st, Lantana Galu Beach
- Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
- Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits and budgets.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Worked with 4 executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
- Used Opera system and Quickbooks system to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing and sales tax returns.
- Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
- Introduced internal controls to monitor critical areas of financial control and devised corrective actions to address risks or deficiencies.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 80 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
- Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, established service rates and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
- Led organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting initiatives.
- Used eZee system to identify and track fraudulent activities.
- Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for 2 companies with Kshs 5 million total in monthly expenses.
- Accurately projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
- Increased flow of financial information throughout company by improving communication strategies.
- Managed4financial statement reviews monthly to coordinate variance reporting.
- Used Opera system and Quickbooks system to prepare various financial documents, including balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Updated and reviewed financial reporting packages and managed financial reporting processes, including management accounts.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Completed year-end close processes with through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Organized and maintained 661 Management Ltd and Synad Properties Ltd budget and financial administion.
- Supervised accurate, efficient and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Enhanced quality and currency of financial information by overseeing revenue collection systems.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Assisted in upper-level decision making by creating comprehensive financial reports and collaborating with finance and accounting departments.
- Verified accurate completion of corporate income tax returns and optimal use of favorable tax codes.
- Reviewed processes and procedures to guide program implementation and optimize auditing.
- Developed new payroll system, saving over 4 hours per week for accounting department.
GOLF CLUB COORDINATOR
Leisure Lodge Beach And Golf Resort
Mombasa, Kwale
03.2009 - 04.2010
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Collaborated with management to achieve highest upkeep standards of the golf course.
- Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked closely with Golf Manager to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day to day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
Education
Certified Public Accountant Private : Part II Section III: Pass : Part II Section IV: Pass Eldoret Polytechnic : Certified Public Accountant -
01.1998 - 01.2000
Pass : Part I Section II: Exempted - undefined
Microsoft Windows 98 Operating System Dawn to Dusk Enterprises Grade: Distinction - undefined
Dawn to Dusk Enterprises : Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheet) - undefined
01.1997 - 01.1998
Kenya Accountants Technician Certificate - undefined
View Commercial
Intermediate Level - undefined
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Nairobi School
01.1989 - 01.1992
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education Chemelil Sugar Primary - undefined
01.1980 - 01.1988
Skills
Financial reviews
Accomplishments
- Optimized workflow and reduced variances by recommending and introducing new accounting software.
- Introduced accounting procedures and stronger financial controls to improve financial reporting by 30%
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Set up the accounting system for both companies i.e 661 Galu Beach Management Ltd and Synad Properties Ltd which were all trading as Lantana Galu Beach
Timeline
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / ASSISTANT MANAGER
Lantana Galu Beach
08.2010 - 07.2020
GOLF CLUB COORDINATOR
Leisure Lodge Beach And Golf Resort
03.2009 - 04.2010
Certified Public Accountant Private : Part II Section III: Pass : Part II Section IV: Pass Eldoret Polytechnic : Certified Public Accountant -
01.1998 - 01.2000
Dawn to Dusk Enterprises : Microsoft Excel (Spreadsheet) - undefined
01.1997 - 01.1998
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Nairobi School
01.1989 - 01.1992
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education Chemelil Sugar Primary - undefined
01.1980 - 01.1988
Pass : Part I Section II: Exempted - undefined
Microsoft Windows 98 Operating System Dawn to Dusk Enterprises Grade: Distinction - undefined
Kenya Accountants Technician Certificate - undefined
View Commercial
Intermediate Level - undefined
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