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Fredericton, Nb, Ca

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

- Develop and maintain client relationships to ensure business continuity and satisfaction.- Supervise and lead a team of employees, providing guidance and support for their professional growth.- Prepare and analyze key financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.- Review assessments and correspond with the CRA on behalf of clients, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.- Collaborate with client team members to ensure smooth and efficient workflows.- Implement policies and procedures aimed at improving efficiency and productivity within the organization.

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

• Categorize daily bank transactions with precision to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.• Process accounts payable invoices, guaranteeing timely vendor payments and accurate recording in financial systems.• Execute accounts receivable invoicing to ensure prompt payment collection and revenue recognition.• Conduct detailed analysis of accounts payable and receivable aging reports to monitor cash flow and manage credit control effectively.• Prepare and deliver management update reports regularly, highlighting key financial metrics and insights critical for informed decision-making.• Support the month-end financial close process, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and report generation.• Develop comprehensive quarterly and annual financial reports to provide transparency and inform stakeholders of the organization's financial health and status.• Process payroll transactions with utmost accuracy, ensuring all employees are paid correctly and in accordance with labor laws and regulations.• Manage employee expense reimbursement procedures, adhering to company policies and budgetary controls.• Prepare and file federal tax returns, ensuring timely compliance with all fiscal obligations and regulations.• Oversee the preparation and submission of GST/HST returns, maintaining compliance with tax legislation.• Administer workers' compensation filings and payments, fulfilling provincial regulatory requirements.• Execute annual workers' compensation audits and tax filings to verify and ensure ongoing organizational compliance.• Prepare and submit payroll rebate claims, optimizing financial benefit recovery for the organization.• Tackle ad-hoc financial tasks and annual returns as required, providing flexible support to the finance department.

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

• Managed and led a team of 12 employees in the accounts department, ensuring efficient daily accounting operations and adherence to deadlines.• Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing rigorous procedures, resulting in a 15% reduction in recording errors.• Achieved 100% compliance with statutory laws and financial regulations by closely monitoring reporting practices and making necessary adjustments.• Optimized accounting systems to reduce processing time by 20% and increase overall departmental efficiency.• Produced monthly financial statements with meticulous analysis, leading to a 10% improvement in decision-making accuracy by company directors and shareholders.• Contributed to a successful annual budget and forecast preparation process, assisting in presenting data that guided key financial decisions.• Collaborated with financial advisors to secure $4 million in prospective funding, strengthening the company's financial position for growth initiatives.• Provided timely reporting to lenders, including shareholders and private equity firms, in accordance with agreed-upon terms, ensuring transparency and trust.• Managed regulatory reporting requirements for the Bank of Tanzania, maintaining a flawless record of compliance.• Directed and facilitated statutory audits, including external audits, Revenue Authority audits, and Customs audits, resulting in clean reports and zero compliance issues.

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Clientele Sectors: Manufacturing, Wholesale, Distribution, Professionals, and Construction.Services: Financial Audits, Compliance Audits, Operational Audits, and Other Services (Advisory, Tax, and Financial Due Diligence).• Managed the audit team (comprising one or two audit associates) with a focus on team performance, allocating responsibilities, and conducting performance evaluations.• Developed comprehensive Audit Plans by assessing client needs, preparing Audit Programs, and efficiently allocating resources, resulting in streamlined audit processes.• Performed rigorous Test Work, encompassing both Internal Control Testing and Substantive Testing, ensuring thorough examination and compliance.• Conducted audits to guarantee the accuracy and adherence of Financial Statements to relevant accounting frameworks, primarily International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).• Drafted precise Audit Reports by detailing observations and other sections of the audit report, effectively presenting findings to Those Charged with Governance (TCWG).• Led the Audit Finalization process, ensuring all audit findings were accurately documented and resolved.• Guided clients on proper accounting practices in alignment with IFRS, facilitating their adherence to regulatory standards.• Optimized the Audit Process, resulting in a 15% increase in compliance and efficiency, reducing the time required for audit completion.• Identified and evaluated risks of material misstatement in financial reports due to fraud, while also evaluating the effectiveness of internal control design and implementation.• Generated comprehensive reports on internal control frameworks and monitoring systems, proposing upgrades that led to a 20% increase in organizational effectiveness and regulatory compliance.

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Clientele Sectors: Real Estate, Not-for-profit, Charitable Groups - Small and Medium Sized Enterprises.Services: Financial Audits• Collaborated directly with clients to collect and verify necessary financial data, ensuring a smooth audit process and minimizing delays.• Conducted comprehensive financial audits under the supervision and guidance of the engagement audit senior, contributing to the successful completion of 20-25 audits during my tenure.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Msc In Professional Accountancy, Accounting

Association Of Chartered Certified Accountants - Acca, Accounting, Gpa 3.5