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Gambwa Isaac Andrew

Gambwa Isaac Andrew

Kampala

Summary

Highly motivated and results-oriented with 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and credit control. Skilled at collaborating with managers, resolving variances, and driving revenue growth. Adept at problem-solving, data analysis, and strategic thinking. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Supervisor

Elance Restaurants
01.2024 - Current
  • Managing all the restaurant operations, ensuring efficient staff performance, expedited order fulfillment, and positive supplier relations within the organization.
  • Maintained impressive 80% accuracy of financial transactions, overseeing error-free processing of cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent quality of food and service.
  • Handled guest complaints professionally, resolving issues to enhance overall satisfaction levels.
  • Coordinated team members with focus on productivity, efficiency and enhancing customer experience.
  • Supervised staff to confirm that all food and beverage orders were promptly and accurately prepared.
  • Monitored health and safety standards to maintain a clean, safe working environment.
  • Enhanced team performance with regular evaluations and constructive feedback.
  • Provided ongoing coaching for employees, nurturing professional growth opportunities within the organization.
  • Coordinated with kitchen employees and front of house personnel to consistently drive smooth operations.
  • Identified and addressed customer complaints to promote satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Increased repeat business through excellent customer service, maintaining strong relationships with patrons.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop new menu items that boosted sales revenue.

Accountant

Bodawerk International Ltd
01.2020 - 11.2023
  • Managing all the financial transactions, including fixed payments, variable expenses, bank reconciliations, budgets, filing tax returns, and ensuring the overall financial health of the organization.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • 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.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet the needs of customers.
  • Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
  • Improved data collection, financial analysis, and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
  • Conducted thorough internal audits to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.

Accountant

Picfare Industries Ltd
02.2017 - 12.2019
  • Supporting business by assisting to the production of accurate financial and management accounting information on which financial decisions are based
  • Also involved in compiling financial reports and analyses, whilst working to strict deadlines.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • 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.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Participated in due diligence activities related to mergers and acquisitions, ensuring a smooth transition of acquired assets into the company''s existing financial systems.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets that aligned with company goals while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.

Accountant

One Acre Fund
11.2015 - 02.2017
  • Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports
  • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes result in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • We detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet the needs of customers.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
  • Collaborated with the accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on a short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits, and reconciled accounts.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Maintained the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes result in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
  • We detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet the needs of customers.
  • Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
  • Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
  • Improved data collection, financial analysis, and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
  • Reviewed business operations and obligations to help the organization function at an acceptable level.

Trainee Consultant

SNV Netherlands International Organization
08.2014 - 11.2015
  • Responsible for handling customer complaints, calling end users, data entry, advising the company on how to improve their sales, visiting end users in the field, handling customer complaints in the field, asset management, and advising the company on how to increase their sales base.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
  • Evaluated client feedback to identify areas of improvement within the consulting process and implemented necessary adjustments.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials to ensure consistent knowledge transfer among trainees.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized and effective consulting services.
  • Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues.
  • Aligned closely with business owners and employees to gather information and gain operational insight.
  • Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements, and process improvements to the organization's systems and programs.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.

Research Assistant

University of East Anglia
08.2012 - 08.2014
  • Implementing a sampling strategy, recruiting 2000 experimental participants as advised by the UK team, implementing the economic experiments and household surveys as designed by UK team, data entry in line with the UK team's instructions.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting and Finance Option) -

Uganda Christian University
Mukono, 108
07.2012

Advanced Certificates of Education -

Hilton High School
Mukono
12.2008

Certificates of Education -

Nabumali High School
Mbale, 209
12.2006

Primary Leaving Education -

Bumuluya Primary School
Mbale, 209
11.2002

Skills

  • Proficient in excel spreadsheets and popular accounting software's like SAP, Quick books, Tally
  • Team oriented with high attention to detail Ability to deal effectively with month end closing deadlines
  • Exceptional organizations skills
  • Experienced in handling bookkeeping activities and fixing accounting errors
  • Proficient with MS Office suite, QuickBooks, SAP and Tally
  • Experienced in accounts payable, account receivable, and processing invoice payment
  • Ability to work with integrated accounting financial software and reporting system
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills
  • Customer Service
  • Team Coordination
  • Hospitality
  • Guest Relations
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Task Delegation
  • Team Management

Languages

English
Luganda
Lugisu

Phonenumber

0774693024/ 0752767889

Placeofbirth

Mbale

Currentlocation

Kampala

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 08/02/90

References

  • Mrs. Janet Nafuye, District Agricultural Officer, Sironko District, +256(0)772-948304, buhulejan@yahoo.com
  • Dr. Arjan Verschoor, Principal Investigator, University of East Anglia, +44(0)1603592806, A.Verschoor@uea.ac.uk
  • Ms. Kayegi Winnie, Nurse, Gulu Regional Referral Hospital, 0773721251, kayegiwinnie95@gmail.com

Watching TV, Travelling, making friends, learning more

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skillsare honed through interacting with diverse people. (adapts "making friends")
  • Adaptable and resourceful, with a willingness to learn new things. (adapts "travelling" and "learning more")

Timeline

Restaurant Supervisor

Elance Restaurants
01.2024 - Current

Accountant

Bodawerk International Ltd
01.2020 - 11.2023

Accountant

Picfare Industries Ltd
02.2017 - 12.2019

Accountant

One Acre Fund
11.2015 - 02.2017

Trainee Consultant

SNV Netherlands International Organization
08.2014 - 11.2015

Research Assistant

University of East Anglia
08.2012 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting and Finance Option) -

Uganda Christian University

Advanced Certificates of Education -

Hilton High School

Certificates of Education -

Nabumali High School

Primary Leaving Education -

Bumuluya Primary School

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