Dorah Mercy Mukisa
Kampala,Kira
Summary
Results-driven Accounts Assistant with background in finance and accounting. Demonstrated ability to manage financial records, prepare invoices, and handle payments. Strong communication skills paired with competence in using financial software tools. Noteworthy contributions include streamlining processes for improved efficiency and accuracy of reports.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Assistant
Chemiphar (U) Ltd
Kampala
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Managed daily transactions and reconciled discrepancies, enhancing the reliability of financial data processing.
- Processed invoices and payments promptly, contributing to improved cash flow and vendor relationships.
- Supported month-end closing activities by gathering necessary documentation, facilitating timely financial reporting.
- Implemented filing and documentation systems, increasing efficiency in retrieving financial records and supporting audits.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline accounts payable processes, reducing processing time and enhancing accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions, reinforcing accountability and transparency in financial operations.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance knowledge of accounting software, improving overall team productivity and effectiveness.
- Prepared and processed invoices, payments and bank deposits.
- Assisted in accounts receivable, payable and general ledger activities.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Processed company receipts, sales invoices, and payments from customers and suppliers.
- Completed reconciliations of various accounts including petty cash, credit cards and bank accounts.
- Ensured accuracy of data entry into accounting systems by verifying documents against source information.
- Performed daily cash flow monitoring activities including maintaining adequate cash levels to meet obligations as needed.
- Participated in month end closing process by preparing journal entries and accruals.
- Supported external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documents promptly.
- Reconciled bank statements on a regular basis.
- Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
Accounts clerk- Trainee
Uganda Registration Services Bureau
Kampala
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Processed and recorded financial transactions accurately, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial reports, contributing to timely decision-making and improved budget management.
- Maintained accurate ledgers and reconciliations, facilitating error reduction and improving overall accuracy of financial data.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline data entry processes, resulting in reduced processing time and increased productivity.
- Supported audit preparations by organizing documentation and providing necessary information, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Generated invoices and monitored accounts receivable, contributing to enhanced cash flow management and timely collections.
- Reviewed expense reports for accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
- Verified and reconciled invoices with purchase orders.
Education
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Institute of Certified Public Accountants Uganda, Kampala
02.2026
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Kyambogo University
12.2023
Diploma - Accounting And Finance
Kyambogo University
12.2019
Naalya Secondary Schools- UACE
11.2016
Bishop Cipriano Kihangire SS
11.2014
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Audit support
- Compliance adherence
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Accounting software proficiency
- Budget management support
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Certificate of participation at 2023 NSSF CAREER EXPO, 01/01/23
- Certificate of attendance of soft skills training under work Readiness Program of SG+ project, 01/01/23
REFERESS
- Leni Phillip, Senior Accountant, Chemiphar (u)ltd, phillip.leni@gmail.com, 0704808093
- Mrs. Akullu Esther, Records Officer at URSB, esther.akullu@ursb.go.ug, 0772188214
- Mr. Julius Mbabazi Head of Laboratory at Chemiphar(u) ltd Julius.mbabazi@gmail.com, 07721553932
Languages
English
Name
Accounts Associate
Hobbies and Interests
- Working out
- Adventuring
- Reading
- Making friends
Disclaimer
Dorah Mercy Mukisa, I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the information herein above provided is a true and correct description of myself, my qualifications and experience., ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Chemiphar (U) Ltd
01.2024 - Current
Accounts clerk- Trainee
Uganda Registration Services Bureau
01.2023 - 12.2023
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Institute of Certified Public Accountants Uganda, Kampala
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Kyambogo University
Diploma - Accounting And Finance
Kyambogo University
Naalya Secondary Schools- UACE
Bishop Cipriano Kihangire SS