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Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
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Rashida Namusisi

Rashida Namusisi

Accounting & Finance
Kampala,Kampala central

Summary

Flexible worker looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills. Proficient in the use of computers, databases and spreadsheets. Dedicated worker with experience in Accountancy. Successfully modified financial policies, and procedures to support audit activities/ other Accounting roles. Consistently applies sound judgment to apply laws and ordinances to carry out duties. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Internal Audit Assistant

Africa Renewal
Kampala
08.2020 - Current
  • Performed analysis and research to compile data to submit to auditor for special projects.
  • Provided administrative and management assistance to auditor and directed activities in office.
  • Developed audit scopes and audit programs.
  • Supervised assigned accounting staff to evaluate performance and maintain standards.
  • Created thorough audit reports with results, recommendations and conclusions.
  • Evaluated program objectives and procedures and applicable regulations to perform thorough and complete audit.
  • Recommended strategies to correct unsatisfactory conditions and reduce costs.
  • Assisted auditor in developing timelines, budgets and audit plans for assigned projects annually.
  • Reviewed data points and trends to determine compliance.
  • Reviewed budget adjustments and transfers to maintain strict internal control.
  • Conducted audits of funds to meet proper accounting, reporting and disbursement requirements.
  • Detected internal control deficiencies and suggested corrective measures.
  • Compiled and evaluated digital and physical records to complete audits.
  • Assisted auditor in developing timelines, budgets and audit plans for 20 assigned projects in each year

Volunteer

Africa Renewal
Kampala
09.2017 - 07.2020
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
  • Participated in internal audit for different entities.
  • Compiled draft audit reports for the audited projects.
  • Carrying out follow ups on the previous audit findings and compiled a report after the responses/ feedback from the respective persons.
  • Made requisitions for the Internal Audit section.
  • Put on file all documents for the section like audit reports, monthly and Quarterly reports.
  • Research on new ideas in the area of auditing since it is a dynamic profession area.
  • Data collection for audit purposes from different organizational units.
  • Attending and participating in sectional, departmental and general staff meetings.
  • Compiled minutes for some of the sectional meetings.
  • Working with the field staff from different organizational projects.
  • Receiving audit responses for previous significant audit findings for updating the audit reports for such entities.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Internship Student

Renewal Sacco
Kampala
06.2015 - 07.2017
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
  • Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Answered and transferred incoming telephone calls, taking messages for various staff members.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Education

Accounting And Business Management

ACCA Global, United Kindom
08.2020 - Current
  • Pursuing professional development in Accountancy with ACCA global in the UK.
  • Currently on the second level which the Applied skills level of ACCA

Associate of Applied Science - Actuarial Science

Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
08.2010 - 06.2013

Skills

Control systems evaluations

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Interests

Volunteering

Travelling

Timeline

Internal Audit Assistant - Africa Renewal
08.2020 - Current
ACCA Global - , Accounting And Business Management
08.2020 - Current
Volunteer - Africa Renewal
09.2017 - 07.2020
Internship Student - Renewal Sacco
06.2015 - 07.2017
Makerere University - Associate of Applied Science, Actuarial Science
08.2010 - 06.2013
Rashida NamusisiAccounting & Finance