Sara Majolie Kiyombo
83 Katherine street
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proven track record of managing accounts payables and receivables with a focus on maintaining seamless cash flow.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Accountant
Bamboo Rock Drilling
05.2023 - Current
- I manage three of our six regions which are : Namibia, Mali and Burkina Faso
- Handle and liaise with our clients : B2Gold in both Mali and Nambia and Byrnecut in Burkina Faso
- Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
- Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Monitored cash flow to maintain optimal liquidity and cash management.
- Prepared reconciliations and payments for different suppliers in different regions
- Prepared journal entries and entered into system using Sage.
- Utilized tax software to prepare and file tax returns.
- Managed supplier accounts and built lasting relationships with suppliers.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Performed Petty Cash checks and Slips
- Performed weekly bank reconciliations
- Recording of Suppliers invoices on Pastel
- Compiled financial data for company locations and assisted transition to computerized payroll systems.
- Assisted in merger integration efforts by aligning accounting policies and procedures between entities for seamless transition.
- Ensured compliance with regional tax regulations through diligent research and accurate reporting.
- Developed a strong understanding of local tax laws, enabling the accurate preparation of regional tax filings.
- Enhanced the accuracy of financial statements by identifying discrepancies in accounts payable/receivable ledgers and resolving them promptly.
- Crafted general journal entries and maintained daily accounts payable edits for numeros accounts.
- Managed company bookkeeping for three locations ( Namibia, Mali and Burkina Faso) .
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow and reducing outstanding debts.
- Conducted inventory audits to ensure accurate product counts, preventing stock discrepancies and ordering errors.
Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers DRC
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted, planned, and conducted strategic financial audits for various clients in the mining industry, including Frontier,Lamikal, Excellen Minerals, SMT, Teichmann Structures and T3 Projects
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
- Conducted tax reviews and compilations to identify potential exposure areas and provided suggestions.
- Initiated and completed tax review as well as administered VAT payment calculations and employee benefits( IPR,IERE,ONEM etc)
- Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and maintain readiness for expected tax liabilities.
- Managed different Financial Statement accounts
- Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns.
- Ensured effective management of accounts receivables, accounts payables, cost of sales, operating expenses, PPE, and payroll by using Aura Platinum
- Assisted in the preparation and analysis of Financial statements
- Evaluated audit statutory reports
- Contributed to the success of business development department by providing excellent customer service
- Implemented and spearheaded special projects from conception to completion under budget and on time
- Managed year-end client stock count for groups such as Ivanhoe Mines and ERG group in the DRC and other clients
- Facilitated audit of one UNHCR projects in the DRC (CNR) and delivered all required deliverables as per group instructions.
- Followed up to assess and report corrective action completion or progress.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Specialized Accountancy (ACCA)
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, GP12.2024
ACCA -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountant
Johannesburg, GP2024
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting - Accounting
Pearson Institute of Higher Education
Johannesburg, GP07.2019
Skills
- ACCA Ethics and Professional Skills Module
- Training in Sage Accounting 2018
- Microsoft Office, Word et Excel
- Report writing
- Account reconciliation processes
- Accounting principles
- Invoice Processing
- Payroll Processing
- Account Reconciliation
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Expense Tracking
- Auditing procedures
- Cash Flow Management
- Bank Reconciliation
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Advanced (C1)
References
Bamboo Rock Drilling
Chief Financial Officer : Herman CARSTENS
Email address: herman.carstens@bamboorockdrilling.com
Senior Financial Accountant : Mitsie SMIT
Email address: mitsie.smit@bamboorockdrilling.com
PwC
Manager : Michel NSENGA
• Email address: michel.nsenga@pwc.com /+243 810 932 479
Manager : Pathy MUKENGA
• Email address: pathy.mukenga@pwc.com / +243 810173202
Timeline
Regional Accountant
Bamboo Rock Drilling
05.2023 - Current
Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers DRC
10.2020 - 03.2022
Postgraduate Diploma - Specialized Accountancy (ACCA)
University of The Witwatersrand
ACCA -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountant
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting - Accounting
Pearson Institute of Higher Education
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