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Nambwaya Robert

Finance Manager
Maputo

Summary

Results-driven Finance Manager experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting more than 15 years. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certificate

Work History

FINANCE MANAGER

MOZKEN LIMITADA (Hospitality Industry)
2 2021 - Current
  • As Finance Manager, I am tasked with core responsibilities of providing shareholders, General Manager, and other stakeholders with accurate and timely relevant financial information for timely decision making process.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
  • Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • 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.
  • Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
  • Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses.

HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT FUNCTION

HANANA STEEL LDA (Building And Contruction Goods)
03.2019 - 01.2021
  • As Head of Internal Audit of Hanana Steel Lda, I was tasked with examining, evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal control, risk management, governance systems and processes of the company in order to safeguard the company assets and its reputation at large.
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed audit plans that identified and addressed potential non-compliance issues, resulting in a 80% reduction in audit risks.
  • Evaluated the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls;to Identify and evaluate the potential for fraud and other irregularities; Developing and maintaining fraud free working environment.
  • Developed audit planning and audit programs; Performed financial audits; Developed and prepared working papers in line with audit methodology to attain the highest level of efficiency.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

FINANCE MANAGER

MOZKEN LIMITADA (Hospitality Industry)
11.2016 - 02.2019
  • As Finance Manager of MozKen Lda, I was tasked with financial planning, expenditure, cost reduction mechanisms and cash flow management to ensure seamless flow of business operations.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.

FINANCE OFFICER

MINI MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED (Management and Consultancy)
01.2014 - 10.2016
  • In charge of two related companies: Trident Estates (Real estate) and Africa Roads and Bridges Corporation (Construction)
  • Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Established strong relationships with key vendors, negotiating favorable terms to benefit the organization''s bottom line.

ACCOUNTANT

MARINO CLEARING AND FORWARDING LTD (Logistics)
03.2011 - 12.2013
  • Maintaining up to date books of accounts and ensuring management accounts are generated on time.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

EAST AFRICA TEA TRADE ASSOCIATION (Tea Auctioning Centre)
05.2010 - 11.2010
  • Relieving the Admin Manger and Financial Accountant on occasional basis.
  • Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
  • Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
  • Assisted with timely month-end closing procedures, resulting in accurate financial reporting.
  • Supported audit preparation efforts by compiling relevant documents and addressing auditor inquiries promptly.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

COLLECTTEAM ENTERPRISES EAST AFRICA LTD(Logistics)
Mombasa, Kenya
07.2009 - 06.2010
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Supported the accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
  • Enhanced team productivity by assisting with payroll processing, ensuring timely payment of employee wages.
  • Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and timely payments to vendors.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

MUNGA REGISTRARS-Auditing and Company Secretary
Mombasa, Kenya
2008.07 - 2009.06

Maintained both the firm and clients' books of accounts, carried out audit operations and prepared final audited accounts for annual return filings.

  • Apprehended preparations of final accounts from scratch to final levels.
  • Developed various audit programs for inventory counting, payroll audit and fixed asset audits.
  • Apprehended entire system for government online taxation platform-Kenya Revenue Authority.

Education

BBA - Finance And Banking

Moi University
Eldoret-Kenya
04.2001 - 04.2014

Certified Public Accountant-CPA-K - Accounting

Times Training College
Mombasa-Kenya
04.2001 - 04.2010

Skills

Proven track record of strategic financial application ie, the ability to put forward sound strategic recommendation based on the analysis and interpretation of the numbers

Affiliations

ICPAK (Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya), 2015

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 12/12/83
  • Marital Status: Married

References

  • Joseph Waweru Kimathi, Partner/Senior Auditor, Waweru and Associate, +254722-895000, kimathi52@yahoo.com
  • Evance Ouko, Finance Manager, ERITanzania/Rwanda Ltd, Dar-Salaam, +25578613636, eoukoouko@gmail.com
  • Farhana Alnoor, Administrator/Financial Accountant, Mini Bakeries (Msa) Ltd- Mini group, +254722-786495, farhana@minigrp.com

Reading Business Journals

I like to be kept updated on business trends especially on economical matters and how government policies affect businesses within a given country.



Accomplishments

  • Profit and Loss Management-.Negotiated suppliers' contracts leading to direct reduction of 30% costs without affecting the customer experience. Proposed various revenue generating avenues during low season to bridge the gap thus boosting the overall revenue by 20%.
  • Payroll Management-Introduced payroll reconciliation model eliminating.
  • Staff Training-Supervised and trained staff on the necessary finance and accounting skills enhancing their efficience levels; this led to timely production of financial reports. Afterwards, most of them received positive recommendations from Human resource manager thus winning promotions for more senior positions.
  • Credit Control- Negotiated with clients on payment terms insisting on 50% advance payment and 50% upon completion of service provision. This reduced the overall debtor aging from 90 days to 60 days.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs

Certification

CPA - Certified Public Accountant

Work Availability

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morning
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Quote

How many ideas have there been in the history of the human race that were unthinkable ten years before they appeared?
Fyodor Dostoevsky

Software

Pastel Accounting System

SAP Accounting System

Microsoft Navision Accounting System

Quick book Accounting System

Tally Accounting System

Wintouch Accounting System

Interests

Physical Integrity

Moral Duty

Timeline

HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT FUNCTION

HANANA STEEL LDA (Building And Contruction Goods)
03.2019 - 01.2021

FINANCE MANAGER

MOZKEN LIMITADA (Hospitality Industry)
11.2016 - 02.2019

FINANCE OFFICER

MINI MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED (Management and Consultancy)
01.2014 - 10.2016

ACCOUNTANT

MARINO CLEARING AND FORWARDING LTD (Logistics)
03.2011 - 12.2013

CPA - Certified Public Accountant

12-2010

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

EAST AFRICA TEA TRADE ASSOCIATION (Tea Auctioning Centre)
05.2010 - 11.2010

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

COLLECTTEAM ENTERPRISES EAST AFRICA LTD(Logistics)
07.2009 - 06.2010

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

MUNGA REGISTRARS-Auditing and Company Secretary
2008.07 - 2009.06

BBA - Finance And Banking

Moi University
04.2001 - 04.2014

Certified Public Accountant-CPA-K - Accounting

Times Training College
04.2001 - 04.2010

FINANCE MANAGER

MOZKEN LIMITADA (Hospitality Industry)
2 2021 - Current
Nambwaya RobertFinance Manager