BUSAASI KAWABI FRED
Accountant
Kampala,203
Summary
To secure a challenging position in an equally challenging organization and exhibiting diligence at work at all times and be able to impact positively through team work towards the organization's growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accountant
Greatlakes Regional Distributors Limited
Kampala, Uganda
04.2012 - Current
- Managed department of 20 staff and handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- 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.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books
- 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
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts
Accountant
Express Exporters and Importers
Kampala, Uganda
09.1999 - 08.2013
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
Administrator / Financial Manager
Tick Forex Bureau (U) Limited
Kampala, Uganda
09.2003 - 03.2012
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
- Enhanced internal communication by creating centralized information hub accessible to all staff members.
Accountant
Uganda Oxygen Limited
Kampala, Uganda
04.1995 - 05.1997
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- 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.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books
- 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
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices
Accountant
Medicines Sans Frontiers (MSF) France
Kampala, Uganda
05.1994 - 03.1995
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Reduced invoice processing time with efficient data entry and verification of accounts payable transactions.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
Production Cost Assistant
BAT (U) Limited
06.1991 - 04.1994
- Managed month-end closing activities efficiently, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Supported annual budget preparation by providing detailed historical data analysis and projecting future trends in costs and revenues.
- Assisted with month-end closing procedures, journal entry review, balance sheet analysis and monthly management report preparation.
- Provided valuable insights into production efficiency by analyzing manufacturing process costs against industry benchmarks.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
Accounts Assistant
British American Tobacco Company -BAT(U) LTD
Jinja, Uganda
08.1990 - 05.1991
- Worked closely with senior staff on handling special needs accounts.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data verification and analysis.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication by collaborating closely with colleagues to resolve accounting discrepancies efficiently.
- Optimized cash flow management with regular monitoring of bank account balances and transactions.
- Strengthened financial recordkeeping by updating the accounting software system regularly and training staff members on its use effectively.
Accountant
New Mugisha Trading Company Limited
Mbarara, Uganda
08.1989 - 07.1990
- Reconciled bank statements monthly, identifying discrepancies for prompt resolution.
- Helped prepare month-end, quarterly and year-end closings.
- Documented business expenses and sales.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by assisting with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Prepared detailed journal entries as needed, supporting accurate record-keeping initiatives.
- Processed payroll accurately and on-time, ensuring employee satisfaction and adherence to labor laws.
- Provided clerical support to all accounting professionals in department.
Education
Second Class Honors degree of Bachelor of Commerce (B.COM) - Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com)- Accounting
Makerere University (MUK)
Kampala 03.2000 - 12.2005
No Degree - Higher Diploma
Cambridge Tutorial College of Britain
Jersey, Britain- On- Line 06.1997 - 07.1999
No Degree - Diploma in Business Studies (UDBS)
National College of Business Studies (NCBS)- Nakawa
Nakawa, Kampala 03.1987 - 04.1991
No Degree - Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)
Mbarara High School
Mbarara 01.1983 - 02.1987
No Degree - Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
Mbarara High School
Mbarara 01.1979 - 12.1982
Skills
Team player
Tax Preparation
Bank Reconciliation
Accounting and bookkeeping
Financial Reporting
General Ledger Entries
Financial Statements
Financial Statements
Data inputting
Additional Information
Note: All relevant certificates and supporting documents can be availed upon request.
Personal Information
- Passport Number: B00060306
- Date of Birth: 01/21/65
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Marital Status: Married
Disclaimer
I hereby, declare that all the information that is mentioned above is true to the best of my Knowledge and belief.
Languages
Runyankole, Luganda
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Swahili
Intermediate
B1
French
Beginner
A1
Japanese
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Accountant
Greatlakes Regional Distributors Limited
04.2012 - Current
Administrator / Financial Manager
Tick Forex Bureau (U) Limited
09.2003 - 03.2012
Second Class Honors degree of Bachelor of Commerce (B.COM) - Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com)- Accounting
Makerere University (MUK)
03.2000 - 12.2005
Accountant
Express Exporters and Importers
09.1999 - 08.2013
No Degree - Higher Diploma
Cambridge Tutorial College of Britain
06.1997 - 07.1999
Accountant
Uganda Oxygen Limited
04.1995 - 05.1997
Accountant
Medicines Sans Frontiers (MSF) France
05.1994 - 03.1995
Production Cost Assistant
BAT (U) Limited
06.1991 - 04.1994
Accounts Assistant
British American Tobacco Company -BAT(U) LTD
08.1990 - 05.1991
Accountant
New Mugisha Trading Company Limited
08.1989 - 07.1990
No Degree - Diploma in Business Studies (UDBS)
National College of Business Studies (NCBS)- Nakawa
03.1987 - 04.1991
No Degree - Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)
Mbarara High School
01.1983 - 02.1987
No Degree - Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
Mbarara High School
01.1979 - 12.1982
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