Lamin Fs Demba

· Managed the company's financial resources, financial planning, and liquidity risks.

· Designed and implemented accounting and internal control systems for proper record-keeping.

· Conducted periodic reconciliation of overseas and local revenue of cargo tracking notes (CTNs).

· Handled procurements, tendering, and agency revenue account reconciliation.

· Prepared annual budgets, presented to the Board, and monitored financial performance against budget.

· Coordinated with external auditors for semi-annual and annual audits.

· Ensured timely payment of taxes and verified and run payroll.

· Advise CFO on accounting, tax, and treasury-related matters.

. Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

. Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Input financial data and produced reports using Quick Book Software.

· Reviewed daily general ledgers to ensure financial accuracy and transparency.

· Conducted departmental inspections to assess compliance and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on optimizing processes to improve customer satisfaction

· Led branch audits to evaluate the financial operations and integrity of individual branches.

· Reviewed and tested systems for compliance with established policies, identifying areas for improvement to streamline processes and enhance customer service

· Verified and secured bank stocks to maintain accurate inventory records.

· Managed the secure shipment of foreign currencies, ensuring strict adherence to international regulations.

· Performed detailed verifications of cashier and teller transaction batches to validate their accuracy.

· Scrutinized treasury transactions, conducted call overs to ensure compliance and financial accuracy.

· Oversaw bank-wide end-of-month cash counts to reconcile and validate cash holdings.

· Reviewed end-of-month general ledgers and bank fixed assets to ensure accurate financial reporting and asset management.

· Examined new account openings and associated documentation to guarantee compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations and internal policies.

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• Assisted senior accountants in the preparation of monthly financial reports for better decision making.
• Conducted payroll, inventory, cash and bank audits, and document accounting and internal control systems.
• Planned and reviewed auditing activities with a client-centric approach, focusing on delivering high-quality services that add value to our clients' operations.
• Managed periodical audits
• Optimized the audit process to increase compliance and efficiency
• Assisted senior accountants in the preparation of monthly financial reports for better decision making.
• Contributed to timely completion of financial audits by compiling necessary documentation and providing accurate information.
• Enhanced financial accuracy by diligently reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues.

• Assist in the annual preparation of financial statements.
• Prepared quarterly management reports and conduct variance analysis.
• Compiled and submitted reports to the Central Bank of Gambia.
• Ensured financial transparency through monthly bank reconciliations.
• Manage monthly staff payroll and contribute to the development of business strategic plans.
• Coordinate annual budget preparation and provide insights into revenue streams.
• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register
• Assisted in budget preparation for streamlined financial planning and forecasting.
• Increased efficiency with thorough maintenance of financial records and documentation.
• Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
• Contributed to improved cash flow management, preparing regular cash flow projections for review by senior finance staff.
• Supported year-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were properly recorded before the start of the new fiscal year.
• Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
• Input financial data and produced reports using Trust Bank Software.