TRIUMPH KAKOMA

Results-Driven Finance & Accounting Professional

Lusaka, ZM.

About

Results-driven finance and accounting professional with proven success in optimizing financial operations and ensuring compliance. Demonstrated expertise in processing over 100 client invoices, improving billing turnaround by 30%, and achieving 100% accuracy in financial reporting. Adept at statutory filings, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, contributing to zero penalty risks and informed strategic decisions.

Work

Newrest Zambia

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Accountant

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

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Summary

Managed comprehensive accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and efficient processing for a leading catering service provider.

Highlights

Streamlined invoicing process for over 100 monthly client invoices (Emirates, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines) using Cegid, achieving 100% accuracy and reducing billing turnaround time by 30%.

Ensured 100% statutory compliance by accurately submitting VAT, Income Tax, and WHT returns via the ZRA system, eliminating late penalty risks.

Developed and maintained Excel-based receivables trackers and payment follow-up plans, significantly reducing aging balances and improving collection efficiency.

Collaborated cross-functionally with Operations to reconcile delivery notes and client meal orders, effectively reducing invoice disputes.

Managed finance dashboards, performed comprehensive account reconciliations, and accurately recorded payments in Cegid and Winrest.

HK Creations

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Data Analyst

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

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Summary

Provided critical data analysis and social media management, supporting marketing strategies and enhancing brand reputation for a creative agency.

Highlights

Developed insightful data-driven reports for Zanaco's marketing campaigns, directly influencing strategic marketing decisions.

Managed comprehensive social media presence for HK Creations, encompassing content planning and graphic design using Photoshop, enhancing brand visibility.

Implemented a structured content calendar to maintain consistent posting schedules, optimizing audience engagement.

Engaged professionally with the public across digital platforms, effectively upholding and enhancing brand reputation.

Collaborated cross-functionally with creative teams to ensure all messaging was cohesively aligned with brand objectives.

Education

University of Lusaka

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
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Bachelor Accounting & Finance Grade:

ZCAS

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
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Diploma (ACCA RGF Level 4) Accounting and Business Grade:

ZCAS

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
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Diploma (ACCA RQF Level 3) Financial and Management Accounting Grade:

Kasenengwa Boarding Secondary School

Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
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Certificate General Secondary Education Grade:

Languages

English

Certificates

ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RGF Level 4)

ZCAS

ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 3)

ZCAS

Skills

Functional Competencies

Accounting Knowledge, Financial Reporting, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Numerical Accuracy, Financial Process Improvement, Independent Work, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Task Prioritization, Data Interpretation, Variance Analysis, Adaptability, Written Communication, Verbal Communication.

Technical Tools & Software

Microsoft Excel (Formulas, Pivot Tables, Financial Modeling), Microsoft Word (Document Formatting, Reporting), Microsoft PowerPoint (Financial Presentations, Dashboards), Cegid (Invoice Generation, Meal Order Processing), Document Management Systems, Cloud-Based File Systems, Basic Data Entry, Bookkeeping Tools, Outlook, Gmail, Adobe Photoshop.