Caster Gwanya

• Maintained detailed records of all stock movements, providing valuable data for decision-making purposes.
• Maintained awareness of industry best practices in stock control and inventory management, incorporating relevant ideas into company procedures for continuous improvement efforts.
• Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting thorough stock audits and addressing discrepancies promptly.
• Determined and performed appropriate adjustments of authorized stock levels.
• Supported sales team by ensuring product availability, contributing to higher customer satisfaction rates.
• Assisted in budget preparation and forecasting activities by providing accurate inventory data and analysis of past trends.
• Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.

• Managed confidential employee payroll information with utmost discretion, ensuring accuracy in calculations, timely disbursement of funds, and compliance with relevant legal requirements.
• Strengthened internal controls by implementing standardized procedures for processing transactions and conducting regular reviews of financial records.
• Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve HR issues (overtime and leave days queries) and provide necessary support and recommendations and achieved a balanced resolution
• Assisted in the development of annual budgets by gathering historical data, analyzing trends, and projecting future expenses, ultimately supporting informed decision-making processes for strategic planning purposes.
• Ensured compliance with applicable regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on HR laws and payroll filing requirements, submitting reports accurately and on time.
• Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits by providing thorough documentation and promptly addressing auditor inquiries.
• Reduced outstanding account receivables through diligent follow-up on overdue invoices and establishing payment plans with clients.
• Supported senior finance staff with timely and accurate preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
• Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
• Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
• Safeguarded private information through meticulous record-keeping practices, adhering to company confidentiality policies at all times.
• Prepared weekly employee work schedules to meet operational needs.

• Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets of clients,
• Completed monthly cash checking functions -account tracking, payroll analysis and wage allocations.
• Creditors and Debtors reconciliation on weekly and monthly basis,
• Evaluation and assessment of Internal Controls and their effectiveness,
• Stocks control and reporting
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
• Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
• Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
• Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
• Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
• Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
• Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
• Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
• Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.

• Petty cash management & cash reconciliations for multiple currencies,
• Oversaw the local procurement process, reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager
• Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
• Enhanced overall financial management, providing timely and accurate reports to senior staff members.
• Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
• Supported year-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were properly recorded before the start of the new fiscal year.
• Processed daily financial transactions in support of finance team objectives.
• Minimized risk of errors by accurately processing invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
• Input financial and HR data and produced reports using Pastel and Belina Payrol Time Systems.
• Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information, safeguarding both company data and client privacy.
• Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
• Observed strict confidentiality rules to maintain data integrity and protect clients.

• Telling proper-taking deposits and managing withdrawals,
• Timely payments to service providers, cleaning, Internet services, electricity, water, postage services and security,
• Assisted with customer vetting process in bank accounts opening process and relaying recommendations to the Accounts Opening Officer,
• Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff,
• Client screening for credit worthiness and promptly forwarding findings and recommendations to the Credit Analyst for approval,
• Bank reconciliations, Mukuru.com services,
• Reimbursements of funds spent on business expenses making sure
• Prepared detailed financial analyses to support decision-making processes for upper management.
• Handled sensitive customer data with strict adherence to privacy regulations and company policies, maintaining trust and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of billing inquiries and disputes.
• Managed inventory control tasks, maintaining accurate stock levels to avoid shortages or overstock situations on office and canteen supplies
• Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations, conducting regular audits on internal procedures.
• Processed clients salaries schedules accurately and punctually, ensuring that employees were paid on time without discrepancies.

• Facilitated dialogue between parents, facilitators/Teachers and pupils as one family with core objective of improved success on pupils’ education,
• Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, promoting well-rounded educational experiences for students.
• Advanced literacy skills among students through the integration of reading comprehension strategies across all subject areas.
• Continuously refined teaching practice through professional development workshops and peer evaluations.
• Created lesson plans containing objectives, course contents, and method of instruction for scheduled classes.
• Contributed to school community by participating in extracurricular activities, clubs, and committees.
• Integrated and delivered basic financial management and accounting training programs to school administration team.

Status: In Progress

Status: Completed (2023)