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Alieu Kamara

Alieu Kamara

Freetown

Summary

Highly skilled Accountant with comprehensive experience in financial forecasting, corporate finance and regulatory reporting. Possess strong analytical skills, adept at streamlining complex accounting processes to increase accuracy and efficiency. Noted for consistently improving financial operations and contributing to positive business performance. Proven ability to work collaboratively within team environments and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization proficiency in Microsoft Package, Advisor in Accounting Software (QuickBooks Online, Xero and Sage Certified.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bookkeeper

Highwoods Outsourcing
Freetown
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate financial records using accounting software for client transactions.
  • Processed invoices and payments, ensuring timely reconciliation of accounts.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline bookkeeping processes and improve efficiency.
  • Communicated with clients to resolve discrepancies in billing or payment issues.
  • preparing tax returns (VAT) using accounting Software.
  • Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Analyzed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
  • Conducted month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
  • Updated and maintained depreciation, amortization, and prepayment schedules.
  • Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
  • Performed financial calculations for amounts due, interest charges and balances.

Finance Officer

Road Safety Watch Sierra Leone (RSW-SL)
Freetown
06.2020 - Current
  • Managed financial records and transactions for Road Safety Watch Sierra Leone.
  • Conducted budget analysis to support funding allocation for safety programs.
  • Assisted in preparing financial reports for internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
  • Conducted financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Analyzed cash flow projections to assess liquidity needs and develop funding plans accordingly.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.

General Secretary

United Makiteh Descendants Association (UMaDA)
Freetown
01.2016 - Current
  • Prepared agendas and minutes for meetings, ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Implemented office procedures to enhance efficiency in daily operations.
  • Handled incoming calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Supported event planning and coordination for company functions and gatherings.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
  • Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Proofread documents before submission; corrected any errors found in grammar or punctuation.
  • Register interested members to the Association.
  • Implement policies to be approved by the entire membership.

Account receivable and payable officer

Oneness Enterprise
Freetown
09.2018 - 06.2023
  • Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate stock availability.
  • Communicated effectively with suppliers to resolve issues promptly.
  • Conducted regular inspections to maintain equipment functionality and safety standards.
  • Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a polite manner.
  • Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.

Education

National Youth Service Orientation Course - Regemental Training

Peace Mission Training Center (PMTC)
Freetown
02-2023

Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting

Institute Of Public Administration And Management
Freetown
04-2022

Institute of Certified Bookkeeper (ICB) - Accounting

Highwoods Institute
Freetown

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Accounting software
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Accounts receivable
  • Cash flow management
  • Team collaboration
  • Data analysis

Accomplishments

Team Lead of Bookkeepers at Highwoods Outsourcing

Head of Finance Committee at United Makiteh Descendants Association (UMaDA)

Certification

Bsc Applied Accounting

National Youth Service Orientation Course

Quickbooks Advisor

Xero Advisor

Sage Business Cloud Certified

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Bookkeeper

Highwoods Outsourcing
11.2023 - Current

Finance Officer

Road Safety Watch Sierra Leone (RSW-SL)
06.2020 - Current

Account receivable and payable officer

Oneness Enterprise
09.2018 - 06.2023

General Secretary

United Makiteh Descendants Association (UMaDA)
01.2016 - Current

National Youth Service Orientation Course - Regemental Training

Peace Mission Training Center (PMTC)

Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting

Institute Of Public Administration And Management

Institute of Certified Bookkeeper (ICB) - Accounting

Highwoods Institute

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