Felistar Angela Nandawula
Kampala
Summary
Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accounts Manager
Byaru International Limited
12.2021 - Current
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department.
- Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles.
- Coordinate and complete the monthly and annual client's company audits, Payrolls, VAT returns, Company accounts, Income tax returns and corporation tax returns.
- Spearhead staff efforts to ensure compliance to regulatory bodies like HMRC and URA
- Monitor budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Collaborate with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to support business decisions.
- Collaborate with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Review and analyze payrolls, VAT Reports, accounts reports for accuracy and compliance.
- Oversee, supervise and exemplarily lead the accounting and tax department team.
- Support Managing Director with special projects and additional duties.
Tax and Accounts Associate
Libra Advocates, Taslaf Advocates
7 2019 - 11.2021
- Ensured quality controls over the financial transactions and financial reporting.
- Corresponded with various departments, discussed company plans and advised management on cost cutting strategic paths to take.
- Performed reconciliations of account receivables and payables through identifying and resolving outstanding balances to provide accurate monthly financials.
- Performed all expense and revenue related record-keeping
- Liaised with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
- Developed and documented business and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
- Prepared the payroll and remunerated all staff as per their contracts and additionally, computed monthly deductions that is; PAYE, NSSF, staff loans, among others
- Spearheaded the tax management team and coordinated the filing of returns in a timely and prompt manner to avoid penalties.
- Oversaw, supervised and exemplarily led the accounting department team.
- Coordinated leave days for the finance team to ensure continuity of business operations.
Administration and Accounts Assistant
Ashland Motors Africa Limited
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Gathered financial information and prepared supporting source documents to support smooth financial reporting.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing and data entry.
- Worked with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Provided excellent customer service while handling various billing inquiries from clients, fostering strong client relationships.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Supported the accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration within the accounting department.
Education
Masters in Financial Services - Financial services
Makerere University
01.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelors of International Business - International Business
Makerere University Business School
04.2013 - 04.2016
Skills
Analytical and Presentation skills
Use of the QuickBooks Accounting Software
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Teamwork
Computer applications like MS Office and data base management
AP and AR management
Timeline
Accounts Manager
Byaru International Limited
12.2021 - Current
Masters in Financial Services - Financial services
Makerere University
01.2019 - 04.2022
Administration and Accounts Assistant
Ashland Motors Africa Limited
02.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelors of International Business - International Business
Makerere University Business School
04.2013 - 04.2016
Tax and Accounts Associate
Libra Advocates, Taslaf Advocates
7 2019 - 11.2021
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