Calvin Ndove
Norton
Summary
Seasoned Accountant bringing more than 10 years of experience directing accounting systems for diverse business groups. Industrious and cost-conscious with excellent project management abilities. Advanced understanding of industry standards and accounting laws.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Accountant
Green Resources AS , Mozambique
11.2019 - Current
- Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Prepared financial statements and reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
- Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
- Led organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting initiatives.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Formulated strategic plans and supported tactical initiatives to execute cost-savings deliverables.
Senior Accountant
Green Resources As , Mozambique
11.2012 - 10.2019
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Accountant
Gamstar Petroleum , Zimbabwe
10.2009 - 11.2012
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Maintained Fixed asset register.
- Prepared Monthly Management reports.
- Prepared Audited annual Financial reports.
Divisional Accountant
Hunyani Forests , Zimbabwe
08.2008 - 09.2009
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
Finance Trainee
Hunyani Forests , Zimbabwe
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Verified financial journals for clarity and completion under supervisor direction.
- Drafted financial reports to support comprehensive investigations.
- Assisted with account reviews and preparation for account reviews.
- Drafted reports on stock and bond health for periodic client communications.
- Tracked and documented expenses to support budget administration.
- Prepared journals for month-end and year-end processes.
- Prepared Tax and payroll returns.
- Researched accounting issues and proposed solutions to avoid repeat occurrences.
- Inventory control.
- Prepared creditors and customers aged reports.
Accounts Clerk
SMM Holdings , Zimbabwe
04.2005 - 07.2007
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Sage line 500.
- Maintained petty cash.
- Prepared inter-company invoices and debit notes.
Education
Master of Science - Professional Accountancy
University of London
03.2018
Professional Qualification - Accounting And Finance
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
11.2010
Skills
- Annual Budget Preparation
- Tax Return Preparation
- Financial Data Analyzation
- Regulatory Filings
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Compliance Requirements
- Accounting Policy and Control
- Financial Planning
- Budget Forecasting Expertise
- Financial Statements
- MS Office Suite
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Cash Analysis
Affiliations
Ordem Dos Contabilitase Auditores De Moçambique (OCAM)
Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA)
Languages
Shona
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Portuguese
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Chief Accountant
Green Resources AS , Mozambique
11.2019 - Current
Senior Accountant
Green Resources As , Mozambique
11.2012 - 10.2019
Accountant
Gamstar Petroleum , Zimbabwe
10.2009 - 11.2012
Divisional Accountant
Hunyani Forests , Zimbabwe
08.2008 - 09.2009
Finance Trainee
Hunyani Forests , Zimbabwe
08.2007 - 07.2008
Accounts Clerk
SMM Holdings , Zimbabwe
04.2005 - 07.2007
Master of Science - Professional Accountancy
University of London
Professional Qualification - Accounting And Finance
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
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