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FOFANA KEVIN

Banker
Kampala,102

Summary

Reconciliation Supervisor with over four years of successful experience in reconciling suspense accounts for different transactions and reviewing and regulatory reporting. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the operations department. Strengths in drafting of work flow processes and general operations backed by training in the ACI back office operations

Overview

4
4
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Reconciliation Supervisor

SCB Operations
Kampala
01.2020 - Current
  • I am directly responsible for supervising, mentoring, and leading the reconciliation staff in ensuring reconciliations are completed based on required deadlines.
  • My duties are to collaborate with the auditors, ensured reconciliations are clear and reviewed journal entries.
  • Summary of achievements:.
  • Had a one-month attachment in Cash Management Operations (CMO), supported Risk and Control and managed the MIS and reporting for information technology operations.
  • This has enhanced my knowledge about the various processes in the different units, management of different stakeholders and positioned me for a leadership role.
  • Trained in ACI back-office operations which widened my perspective on operations of treasury activities and the inherent risks involved in every step of the process and the repercussions for side stepping the processes.
  • Managed the day to day activities of the team such that targets were met; this ensured that the right assistance was given in the various activities as well as eased the preparation of the cashbook.
  • Facilitated the processing of invoices by crosschecking the requisition forms with the procured items; this ensured that overheads were correctly coded as well as that the ordered items were actually procured in their right quantity.
  • Reviewed the unsubstantiated accounts and assisted the wider business in identifying unposted invoices, accruals, and prepayment transactions.
  • This helped to ensure accuracy.
  • Produced timely reconciliations or the company.
  • Ensured high expectations of quality in all deliverables; as a result, there is quality delivery of the company’s assignments.
  • Enhanced compliance to policies, procedures, applicable laws and regulations through scoping of compliance and safety in all engagements.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.

Reconciliation Officer and acting business planning manager

SCB operations
Reconciliation officer and acting business planning manager
02.2017 - 12.2019
  • While here, my duties were to perform verification and reconciliation of accounts, process and reconcile transactions, maintain appropriate files as well as process, verify and reconcile input documentation.
  • Summary of achievements:.
  • Trained in Operational Risk Fundamentals and this helped me during transaction processing to minimize operational errors and mitigate potential risks and losses that could arise as a result of not following the controls in place.
  • Monitored and performed the reconciliation of the company and clients; this eased the auditor’s job when they came in.
  • Ensured the organization and delivery of reconciliation information to the internal audit and reporting team such that the auditing process was smooth.
  • Carried out communication and coordination with various departments within the company and third parties; as a result, this helped to issue resolutions when need arose.
  • Effectively monitored the departments balance sheet accounts and ensured that there was correct assessment the transactions and books.
  • Acted as [Type] subject matter expert, answering internal and external questions and inquiries.
  • Communicated effectively with staff, including members of operations, finance and clinical departments.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.

Financial Markets Operations Officer

Standard Chartered Bank
Kampala
12.2014 - 01.2017
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
  • Collaborated with [department or management] to achieve [result].
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Live Capturer /team leader

Ernst and Young/Face Technologies
04.2014 - 11.2014
  • My duties while here are to create an inspiring team environment, set clear goals whilst delegating tasks in a bid to manage and effectively guide the team to achieve company goals and objectives.
  • Summary of achievements:.
  • Used automated machines to identify clients; this was done through finger print, computers, printers and scanners hence contributed towards a reduction in the duplication of civil servants on the government payroll.
  • Offered excellent customer service by being amicable in all dealings as well as escalate complaints when lodged.
  • As a result, this has reduced complaints among clients that improved efficiency.
  • Guided the public on the necessary requirements needed for one to go through the registration process and as a result, individuals came with all the needs which eased the process and reduced on the time spent doing validation.
  • Conducted team meetings to update members on best practices and continuing expectations which saw members always stay in line with regard to the company’s expectations hence increased productivity.
  • Generated and shared comprehensive and detailed reports about team performance, mission related objectives and deadlines.
  • This helped to communicate clearly company goals as well as helped members to identify their weaknesses and have them aligned to objectives within the set time frames.
  • Provided quality customer service by interacting with customers, answering queries and effectively handling complaints; this increased satisfaction and loyalty to the company which ultimately creates more business for the company.

Accounts Assistant

Uganda Hotels, Food, Tourism and Allied Workers’ Union
08.2013 - 03.2014
  • While here, I supported the finance department by completing routine clerical and accounting tasks by preparing financial documents, completing purchase orders, managing payroll, completing financial reports, assisting with budgets as well as managing the different ledgers.
  • Summary of achievements:.
  • Maintained accurate and up to-date records of all financial transactions, used accounting software to prepare accounts reports and prepared management reports.
  • Efficiently reconciled summary vouchers with cash received and as a result, attained success balancing the cash drawer after a hectic day.
  • This was by identifying discrepancies in cash against difference transactions.
  • Ensured that all project financial data were kept up-date and that interested parties got accurate and timely feedbacks/report; as a result, there was timely reporting at the organisation level and externally.
  • Maintained files including filing of general ledger journal vouchers, accounts payable documentation, and other miscellaneous filings; hence there was a proper filing system and books of accounts were kept for the organisation according to the International Financial Reporting system (IFRS).
  • Effectively maintained regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/ or to correct transactions; as a result, the organisation was able to have proper coordination across departments for the achievement of the overall organisation goals.
  • Provided early warnings to management on financial and budgetary issues where variation authorization may have been required; the organisation was able to operate with the plan activities and budget as a result.
  • Provided accurate coding at transaction level to ensure that expenditure monitoring was accurate and data was captured in the right cost and sub-cost centers; hence the organisation’s costs were allocated to the right cost centres hence proper tracking of expenditures and budget monitoring.
  • Prepared Project Accounts for audit as and when necessary; as a result, proper books of accounts were kept for audit during reporting to different stakeholders.

Accounts Assistant

07.2012 - 09.2012
  • Internee, Uganda Hotels, Food, Tourism and Allied Workers’ Union.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) -

Makerere University Business School
Kampala
08.2010 - 01.2014

ACI Treasury Certificate in Financial Markets Operations -

Financial Markets Association
06.2017 - 11.2017

Skills

Supervisor collaboration

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Accomplishments

  • Ongoing Trainings Google Data analysis professional certificate Big data certificate at Uganda Bankers Institute.
  • Special trainings.
  • Anti-Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing.
  • Operational Risk Fundamentals Training.
  • Customer Focus.
  • Health and Safety at work place.
  • Reputation Risk.
  • Personal Financial Management.
  • Operational Risk Management.
  • Turning Complaints into Complements.
  • Living with HIV/AIDS.
  • Signature verification.
  • ACI treasury back office operations.

Additional Information

Currently pursuing a certificate in Data analysis with the Google Data analytics professional certificate course in coursera and Big data analysis with the Uganda Bankers Institute

Timeline

Reconciliation Supervisor

SCB Operations
01.2020 - Current

ACI Treasury Certificate in Financial Markets Operations -

Financial Markets Association
06.2017 - 11.2017

Reconciliation Officer and acting business planning manager

SCB operations
02.2017 - 12.2019

Financial Markets Operations Officer

Standard Chartered Bank
12.2014 - 01.2017

Live Capturer /team leader

Ernst and Young/Face Technologies
04.2014 - 11.2014

Accounts Assistant

Uganda Hotels, Food, Tourism and Allied Workers’ Union
08.2013 - 03.2014

Accounts Assistant

07.2012 - 09.2012

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) -

Makerere University Business School
08.2010 - 01.2014

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