Jumaa Juma
Accountant
Mombasa,Mombasa County
Summary
Dynamic accountant with extensive experience at Shanga Restaurant, excelling in tax preparation and financial reporting. Proven track record in enhancing cash flow management and achieving accurate month-end closings. Strong analytical skills complemented by effective communication, ensuring compliance and fostering positive vendor relationships. Committed to delivering exceptional financial insights and results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Shanga Restaurant
Zanzibar
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
- Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
Accounts Assistant
Kendwa Rocks Hotel
Zanzibar
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Generated monthly financial reports for management review.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding billing issues.
- Ensured accuracy of data entry into accounting systems by verifying documents against source information.
- Performed daily cash flow monitoring activities including maintaining adequate cash levels to meet obligations as needed.
- Researched, analyzed and resolved billing issues with customers or vendors promptly.
- Assisted in accounts receivable, payable and general ledger activities.
- Supported external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documents promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy before submitting them for payment processing.
- Prepared and processed invoices, payments and bank deposits.
- Managed vendor relations through timely invoice payments and resolving any outstanding payment disputes.
- Completed reconciliations of various accounts including petty cash, credit cards and bank accounts.
- Provided administrative support to the accounting department as required.
- Participated in month end closing process by preparing journal entries and accruals.
- Reconciled bank statements on a regular basis.
- Assisted financial professionals with managing general ledgers and account statements.
- Processed company receipts, sales invoices, and payments from customers and suppliers.
- Verified and processed invoices from vendors and contacted suppliers regarding billing errors.
- Prepared financial statements and expense documents for management teams.
- Reconciled expenses and financial records.
- Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Checked figures and postings for correct entry and proper codes.
- Liaised with vendors and suppliers to negotiate payment terms and resolve billing issues.
- Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash fund.
- Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual auditing process.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Reviewed and implemented improvements to accounting processes and procedures.
- Streamlined transactions using automation systems to process payments and invoices.
- Conducted inventory counts and reconciliations to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
- Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
- Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
- Conducted night audit tasks during Night Auditor's absence, maintaining accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
Education
Diploma - Diploma in Business Administration
College of Business Education
Dodoma, Tanzania08-2022
Skills
- Tax preparation
- General ledger reconciliation
- Financial reporting
- Accounts receivable management
- Accounts payable management
- Month-end closing
Proficiency
- Sunsystem
- Quickbooks
- Light Speed
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant
Shanga Restaurant
11.2024 - Current
Accounts Assistant
Kendwa Rocks Hotel
03.2022 - 10.2024
Diploma - Diploma in Business Administration
College of Business Education
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