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George Jiji

George Jiji

Accountant
Lublin

Summary

. Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business Consultant/Accountant

Accurate Services
BULAWAYO
03.2013 - Current

STATUTORY COMPLIANCE

• Tax compliance

• Employee Insurance

BUSINESS TOOLS (Business Strategies)

• Design and construct Company Profile

• Business Plans / Business Proposal

• Financial Reporting/Bookkeeping & accounts

• Financial Projection

• Marketing Plans

• Turnaround Strategies

• Investments Advice.

PROJECTS MANAGEMENT

· Sourcing of funding for projects

· Business Partnerships and Joint Ventures facilitation

· Business Networking (local & international)

Head Finance & Business Development

Cuisine 4 Africa Group
Pretoria
01.2007 - 12.2012
  • Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
  • Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
  • Managed day-to-day operations within [Number]-person finance department for [Type] organization.
  • Set clear departmental objectives and developed effective strategies to achieve targeted goals.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive operational growth.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
  • Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing and hiring new department employees.
  • Evaluated project applications and verified with outline specifications to approve, reject and recommend adjustments.
  • Reduced process discrepancies through measured implementation of performance reporting and data systems.
  • Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
  • Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.

Accountant

JM & Partners Accounting Firm
BULAWAYO
01.2005 - 05.2007

· Senior Accounting Consultant Responsible for various accounting portfolios for different clients

· General Accounting function

  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
  • Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Itemized taxpayer expenses to identify maximum adjustments, deductions and credits.
  • Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.

Warehouse Supervisor

Delta Beverages
BULAWAYO
01.2004 - 12.2004
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Revised and developed procedures to reduce risk and achieve compliance.
  • Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
  • Started up and shut down processing equipment.
  • Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
  • Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.

Bank Teller/Supervisor of Operations

Peoples Own Savings Bank
BULAWAYO
07.1994 - 03.2003
  • Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
  • Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust, and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Provided customer records, account statements and copies of checks.
  • Logged cashier's checks and other transactions to maintain accurate account records.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Sold and cross-sold bank products to new and existing customers.
  • Audited fellow teller currency to contribute to dual-control procedures.
  • Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
  • Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

WSEI University, Lublin , Poland
10.2022 - Current

MBA - Business Administration

Zimbabwe Open University, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 12.2020

Higher National Diploma - Accounting And Finance

Bulawayo Polytechnic College, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
01.1997 - 04.2001

No Degree - Book Keeping And Accounts

Pitmans Examination Institute, London, UK
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Mpopoma High School, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
01.1986 - 12.1991

Skills

Business operations understanding

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Software

Proficient in the use of windows applications and accounting software such as Microsoft word, Excel Internet Email, Pastel, Quick Books

Timeline

WSEI University - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
10.2022 - Current
Zimbabwe Open University - MBA, Business Administration
01.2018 - 12.2020
Business Consultant/Accountant - Accurate Services
03.2013 - Current
Head Finance & Business Development - Cuisine 4 Africa Group
01.2007 - 12.2012
Accountant - JM & Partners Accounting Firm
01.2005 - 05.2007
Warehouse Supervisor - Delta Beverages
01.2004 - 12.2004
Pitmans Examination Institute - No Degree, Book Keeping And Accounts
04.2001 -
Bulawayo Polytechnic College - Higher National Diploma, Accounting And Finance
01.1997 - 04.2001
Bank Teller/Supervisor of Operations - Peoples Own Savings Bank
07.1994 - 03.2003
Mpopoma High School - High School Diploma,
01.1986 - 12.1991
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