SALIM MOHAMMED SAID
Mombasa ,Kenya
Summary
Structured accounting manager driven to go above and beyond to exceed corporate goals and lead teams to meet objectives. Adept in team training and development, highlighted several years of management experience within accounting field.
Results-driven Branch Manager with several years of comprehensive experience in financial services. Polished in managing branch, promoting, and marketing branch products and allocating funds. Deeply familiar with banking rules and regulations. Friendly professional dedicated to promoting and maximizing sales opportunities.
Trustworthy financial professional offering demonstrated success in improving payment time frames on outstanding invoices and managing challenging accounts. Eager to apply several years of accounting experience.
Hardworking account manager with several years of experience working directly with clients to service accounts. Expert at communication and applying targeted salesmanship techniques to achieve sales goals. Successful at increasing revenue with new accounts while maintaining relationships with existing ones.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accounts Manager
The Wave Homes Limited
Mombasa, Kenya
01.2015 - Current
- Managed client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Oversaw budgeting processes to align with company objectives.
- Trained junior staff on account management practices and tools.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery.
- Managed the accounts payable and receivable processes ensuring timely payments of invoices.
- Reviewed and approved monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Maintained updated records of all assets owned by the company.
- Supervised junior staff in daily accounting operations.
- Ensured accuracy of general ledger postings by reconciling accounts periodically.
- Advised senior management on best practices for improving profitability.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, or opportunities for improvement.
- Developed reports that provided key insights into the company's financial performance.
- Managed relationships with banks and other third parties involved in finance matters.
- Monitored compliance with government regulations regarding taxes, insurance coverage.
- Analyzed financial data to identify potential areas of cost savings or revenue enhancement.
- Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
- Developed successful customer relationships to boost sales opportunities.
- Onboarded new team members to integrate into organization.
- Established strong relationships with decision-makers and influencers within client organizations.
- Implemented customer feedback mechanisms to gather insights and improve service delivery.
Operations Manager
Pembe Flour Mills (Burundi)
Bujumbura, Kenya
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Managed daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Supervised staff training to enhance customer service and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to streamline workflows and enhance performance.
- Developed schedules to optimize workforce productivity during peak hours.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Marketing Manager
Branding Concept
Momb, Kenya
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Coordinated digital marketing campaigns across social media platforms and email.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for brand positioning and growth.
- Managed content creation for promotional materials and website updates.
- Collaborated with design teams to ensure brand consistency in all visuals.
- Conducted competitor analysis to inform strategic marketing decisions.
Operations Manager
Total petrol station
Mombasa , Kenya
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Supervised staff training to enhance customer service and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
- Developed schedules to optimize workforce productivity during peak hours.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to streamline workflows and enhance performance.
- Oversaw fuel delivery processes to ensure timely and accurate refueling operations.
- Maintained equipment and facilities to ensure safe, reliable operations for customers.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to improve overall satisfaction levels.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
Education
Accounting
Jaffery Institute of Professional Studies
Mombasa, Kenya 01.2011 - 12.2011
Khamis High School
Mombasa, KenyaSkills
- Account management
- Financial analysis
- Compliance monitoring
- Reporting standards
- Customer relationship management
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Negotiation techniques
- Conflict resolution
- Invoicing
- Debt collection
- Accounts payable management
- Collections
- Month-end reporting
- Payroll management
- Payment collection
- Sales invoicing
- Account reconciliation
- Cash flow management
- Payment processing
- Payroll processing
- Bank reconciliation
- Client meetings
- Operations
- Order management
- Multi-task management
Languages
English
First Language
Arabic
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounts Manager
The Wave Homes Limited
01.2015 - Current
Operations Manager
Pembe Flour Mills (Burundi)
01.2012 - 12.2014
Marketing Manager
Branding Concept
05.2011 - 12.2011
Accounting
Jaffery Institute of Professional Studies
01.2011 - 12.2011
Operations Manager
Total petrol station
01.2008 - 01.2010
Khamis High School