MOSES BANGURA

Accountant & Accounts Receivable Manager

About

Highly analytical and results-driven Accountant and Accounts Receivable Manager with over six years of experience optimizing financial operations and ensuring compliance. Proven expertise in comprehensive financial reporting, robust accounts receivable management, and timely collection of outstanding payments. Adept at leveraging strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational efficiency, drive profitability, and maintain impeccable financial integrity.

Work

The Farmington Hotel
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Accountant & Accounts Receivable Officer

Liberia

Summary

Currently serves as Accountant & Account Receivables Manager, managing comprehensive financial operations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing revenue streams.

Highlights

Assisting in the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing critical insights that informed strategic decisions and contributed to enhanced cost management, profitability, and revenue growth.

Managed the full accounts receivable cycle, from accurate invoice creation and dispatch to diligent monitoring and collection of outstanding payments from diverse clients, significantly improving cash flow.

Implemented and enforced robust internal control procedures and conducted regular bank and financial statement reconciliations, safeguarding company assets and ensuring impeccable data integrity.

Assessed creditworthiness and established appropriate credit limits for guests and businesses, effectively mitigating financial risk and ensuring prompt resolution of overdue accounts.

Generated comprehensive accounts receivable reports (aging, collections status, revenue projections) and collaborated cross-functionally to optimize cash flow and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Home Suites Hotel
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Finance & Accounts Assistant

Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone

Summary

Supported essential financial operations, managed accounts processes, and ensured accurate record-keeping for a prominent hotel in Sierra Leone.

Highlights

Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries and daily transactions, underpinning reliable financial reporting.

Processed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoice payments to suppliers/vendors and efficient collection from customers, contributing to smooth financial operations.

Supported comprehensive reconciliation of bank statements, credit card transactions, and various accounts, consistently ensuring alignment with financial records and enhancing data accuracy.

Administered petty cash and daily cash banking procedures, including deposit preparation, ensuring appropriate usage and accurate recording of all receipts.

Assisted in the meticulous gathering of data for financial statement preparation and contributed to payroll processing and tax filing preparations, ensuring compliance.

Education

Fourah Bay College – University of Sierra Leone
Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone

BSc (Hons)

Accounting & Finance

The West African Examinations Council
Sierra Leone

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Albert Academy Secondary School
Sierra Leone

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)

Albert Academy Secondary School
Sierra Leone

Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)

UMC Primary School Brookfileds
Sierra Leone

National Primary School Examination (NPSE)

Languages

English

Fluent

Certificates

International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Issued By

British Council

Skills

Financial Operations

Accounts Receivable Management, Financial Reporting, Reconciliation, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Management, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Invoice Processing, Payment Collection, Credit Management, Payroll Processing, Tax Preparation, General Ledger, Financial Statements.

Data & Systems

Accounting Software, Financial Data Management, Record Keeping, Data Accuracy.

Business Acumen

Cost Management, Profitability Analysis, Revenue Growth, Financial Compliance, Risk Mitigation.

Professional & Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Accuracy, Professionalism, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Leadership Potential, Adaptability, Project Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Negotiation, Stakeholder Communication.

References

Mr. Bassam Abdallah

Financial Controller, The Farmington Hotel - Liberia | +231 88 812 3222 | Bassam@thefarmingtonhotel.com

Mr. Francis Nyambura

Cost Controller, The Farmington Hotel - Liberia | +231 88 115 4229 | FrancisNyambura@thefarmingtonhotel.com

Mr. Tarnue Ballah Johnson

Accounts Payable Officer, The Farmington Hotel - Liberia | +231 77 743 3208 | Accountpayable@thefarmingtonhotel.com