Norman Muzicha
Accounts Assistant Officer at CORAT AFRICA
Data Analytics at Data Science Academy - ALX
Kenya
Hi, I'm Norman Muzicha!
Accounts Assistant Officer at CORAT AFRICA
Meet Norman, a finance, accounts, procurement and data analyst professional with 2+ years of experience. I bring unique skills in the fields of financial, accounting, procurement, and data analyst precision. With a solid foundation in these and commitment to delivering measurable results and adding value to every project I undertake, I am dedicated to driving organizational success through data-driven approaches, whether it's optimizing financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, or enhancing procurement processes, I am ready to leverage my expertise to move your organization forward.
Experience
CORAT AFRICA
Accounts Assistant Officer
July 2023 - Present
Invoice Management by matching purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices for accurate payment processing.
Vendor Relations by maintaining good relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and avoid payment disputes.
Payment Processing by preparing and executing payments to suppliers, either via bank transfer, cheque, or other methods.
Expense Tracking - Track expenses related to the hotel’s operations, such as utility bills, maintenance costs, and consultancy fees.
Financial Reporting by assisting in preparing financial statements and reports related to accounts payable.
Compliance and Audits - Ensure that payments are made in compliance with company policies and legal requirements and assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation related to accounts payable.
Data Entry and Record Keeping by maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Collaboration with Other Departments by working closely with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth processing of supplier payments.
Organizing and maintaining procurement-related documentation such as preparation of Purchase Requisitions and Local Purchase Orders, invoices, delivery notes with accuracy and compliance policies.
Sourcing suppliers and conducting pre-qualification assessments in accordance with the company's policies and procedures.
Update and maintain procurement databases and tools to track orders, deliveries, and supplier information efficiently.
Participating in ongoing efforts to improve procurement processes including identifying cost-saving opportunities and inventory management.
Data analysis and market analysis to improve purchasing efficiency and industry best practices to support procurement decision-making.
Collaboration with other departments to manage department-specific expenses and budgets.
CORAT AFRICA
Accounts Assistant Officer
July 2023 - Present
Invoice Management by matching purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices for accurate payment processing.
Vendor Relations by maintaining good relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and avoid payment disputes.
Payment Processing by preparing and executing payments to suppliers, either via bank transfer, cheque, or other methods.
Expense Tracking - Track expenses related to the hotel’s operations, such as utility bills, maintenance costs, and consultancy fees.
Financial Reporting by assisting in preparing financial statements and reports related to accounts payable.
Compliance and Audits - Ensure that payments are made in compliance with company policies and legal requirements and assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation related to accounts payable.
Data Entry and Record Keeping by maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Collaboration with Other Departments by working closely with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth processing of supplier payments.
Organizing and maintaining procurement-related documentation such as preparation of Purchase Requisitions-(PR) & Local Purchase Order (LPO), Invoices, delivery notes with accuracy and compliance policies.
Sourcing suppliers and maintaining a good relationship and conducting pre-qualification assessments in accordance with company's policies and procedures.
Update and maintain procurement databases and tools to track orders, deliveries and supplier information efficiently.
Participating in ongoing efforts to improve procurement processes including identifying cost saving opportunities and Inventory management by ensuring optimal stock levels in the store by minimizing excess or absolute inventory.
Data analysis and market analysis to improve in purchasing efficiency and industry best practices to support procurement decision-making.
Collaboration with Other Departments - Coordinate with the hotel and consultancy arms to manage department-specific expenses and budgets.
CORAT AFRICA
Accounts Assistant- Payables ( Supply Chain Specialist)
July 2023 - Present
Accounts Payable Roles:
Invoice Management by matching purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices for accurate payment processing.
Vendor Relations by maintaining good relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and avoid payment disputes.
Payment Processing by preparing and executing payments to suppliers, either via bank transfer, cheque, or other methods.
Expense Tracking- Track expenses related to the hotel’s operations, such as utility bills, maintenance costs, and consultancy fees.
Financial Reporting by assisting in preparing financial statements and reports related to accounts payable.
Compliance and Audits-Ensure that payments are made in compliance with company policies and legal requirements and assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation related to accounts payable.
Data Entry and Record Keeping by Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Collaboration with Other Departments by Working closely with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth processing of supplier payments.
Procurement Roles:
Organizing and maintaining procurement related documentation such as preparation of Purchase Requisitions-(PR) & Local Purchase Order (LPO), Invoices, delivery notes with accuracy and compliance policies.
Sourcing suppliers and maintaining a good relationship and conducting pre qualification assessments in accordance with company's policies and procedures.
Update and maintain procurement databases and tools to track orders, deliveries and supplier information efficiently..
Participating in ongoing efforts to improve procurement processes including identifying cost saving opportunities and Inventory management by ensuring optimal stock levels in the store by minimizing excess or absolute inventory.
Data analysis and market analysis to improve in purchasing efficiency and industry best practices to support procurement decision-making.
Collaboration with Other Departments- Coordinate with the hotel and consultancy arms to manage department-specific expenses and budgets.
Finley Africa Co LTD
Account Receivable/Collections Officer
January 2023 - June 2023
Contacting delinquent customers via telephone and email and maintaining consistent follow-up in accordance with established performance matrix.
Use of Microsoft Excel and Skip Tracing tools in locating debtors' employment stations for debt recovery.
Updating, bookkeeping & posting of debtor's account books for accuracy and future references.
Maintaining a complete and accurate record of all collection efforts on the debtor’s account in the current ERP system.
Meeting or exceeding individual cash targets and call volume as assigned on a monthly & quarterly basis.
Finley Africa Co LTD
Account Receivable/Collections Officer
January 2023 - June 2023
Contacting delinquent customers via telephone and email and maintaining consistent follow up in accordance with established performance matrix.
Use of Microsoft Excel and Skip Tracing tools in locating debtors' employment stations for debt recovery.
Updating, bookkeeping & posting of debtor's account books for accuracy and future references.
Maintaining a complete and accurate record of all collection efforts on the debtor’s account in the current ERP system.
Meeting or exceeding individual cash targets and call volume as assigned on a monthly & quarterly basis.
FINLEY AFRICA CO. LIMITED
Accounts Receivable/ Collections Officer
January 2023 - June 2023
Contacting delinquent customers via telephone and email and maintaining consistent follow up in accordance with established performance matrix.
Use of Microsoft Excel and Skip Tracing tools in locating debtors' employment stations for debt recovery.
Updating, bookkeeping & posting of debtor's account books for accuracy and future references.
Maintaining a complete and accurate record of all collection efforts on the debtor’s account in the current ERP system.
Meeting or exceeding individual cash targets and call volume as assigned on a monthly & quarterly basis.
Invesco Assurance Co LTD
Finance and Accounts Intern
November 2021 - June 2022
Bookkeeping using Turnquest accounting software to ensure all the paid claims and their respective cheque numbers are accurately recorded and posted in the company's accounting system.
Identifying unposted paid claims in the previous years claims files, highlighting, and handing over for processing and posting.
Documentation and compiling all posted warrants & claims printing, approving and filling for future reference.
Attending assigned duties especially daily report offering and departmental duties.
Accounting for all the claims paid, payments and expenses as required by the finance department.
Accurate allocation of the daily cheque numbers of the claims paid to the head finance officer for verification.
Invesco Assurance Co LTD
Finance and Accounts Intern
November 2021 - June 2022
Bookkeeping using Turnquest accounting software in ensuring all the paid claims and their respective cheque numbers are accurately recorded and posted in the company's accounting system.
Looking and identifying unposted paid claims in the previous years claims files highlighting and handing over for processing and posting.
Documentation and compiling all the posted warrants & claims printing, approving and filling for future reference.
Attending all the duties and roles ascertained by the supervisor, especially daily report offering and the departmental duties.
Accounting for all the claims paid, payments and expenses inquired by the finance department.
Accurate allocation of the daily cheque numbers of the claims paid to the head finance officer for verification.
INVESCOASSURANCE CO, LTD
Finance and Accounts Intern
November 2021 - June 2022
Bookkeeping using Turnquest accounting software in ensuring all the paid claims and their respective cheque numbers are accurately recorded and posted in the company's accounting system.
Looking and identifying unposted paid claims in the previous years claims files highlighting and handing over for processing and posting..
Documentation and compiling all the posted warrants & claims printing, approving and filling for future reference.
Attending all the duties and roles ascertained by the supervisor, especially daily report offering and the departmental duties.
Accounting for all the claims paid, payments and expenses inquired by the finance department.
Accurate allocation of the daily cheque numbers of the claims paid to the head finance officer for verification.
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Skills
Data Analytics
Investment Analysis
Finance & Accounts
Supply Chain and Logistics Services