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Dorica Lukama

@doricalukama1

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Entry-level accountant and auditor focused on accurate reporting, compliance, and client-ready financial insights.

Zambia

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking an accounting role where I can take ownership of accurate ledgers, reconciliations, and statutory returns, grow with audit-driven teams, and contribute to clear financial reporting that supports decisions.

I’m a results-driven accounting and finance graduate from the University of Zambia with hands-on experience across financial bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, audits, and client service. Through my studies and final year research on behavioural factors affecting Zambia audit firms, I developed a strong, practical understanding of what drives reliable reporting and effective audit work.

In my recent roles, I’ve supported end-to-end commercial and accounting processes: managing sales transactions (order processing, invoicing, customer account management), coordinating logistics-linked documentation, monitoring inventory, and maintaining accurate sales ledgers and account reconciliations. I also support compliance with tax regulations, including VAT on sales, and contribute to preparation of financial reports while monitoring cash flow and operational costs for budgeting.

My audit foundation comes from working with UHY Hacker Young Zambia, participating in external audits for prominent firms such as PwC and ATS Agro Chemical. I performed audit procedures, contributed to audit documentation and working papers, and helped identify control weaknesses with improvement recommendations—work that reinforced my accuracy, integrity, and adaptability in fast-moving, multicultural environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Commercial Assistant

Current

R.D.M Scientific Products Limited

Jan 2026 - Present (4 months)

Managed sales order processing, invoicing, and customer account management while coordinating dispatch planning and shipment tracking. Prepared quotations and sales documentation, monitored inventory levels, processed customer payments, and supported VAT compliance on sales transactions.

Sales Orders Invoicing Customer Account Management Inventory Management Accounts Receivable Management Accounts Payable Management VAT Compliance

Accountant A

Elias Trucking / Transport Company

Oct 2025 - Jan 2026 (3 months)

Prepared and maintained financial records, including ledgers, journals, and reconciliations, while managing accounts payable and accounts receivable. Produced monthly financial reports and management accounts, processed payments and collections, and filed statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, NAPSA) to meet regulatory requirements.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Financial Reconciliations Cash Flow Forecasting Reconciliations

Sales Consultant

Sanlam Life Insurance Company

Nov 2024 - Jul 2025 (8 months)

Conducted financial needs assessments and provided tailored insurance and investment solutions. Built client relationships, prospected and onboarded new clients, prepared proposals and policy documentation, and worked to achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets while staying compliant with product and regulatory requirements.

Client Relationship Management Sales Targets Proposal Writing Policy Documentation

Accounts Assistant

Lupuwamu Investment Ltd

Aug 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 4 months)

Prepared and submitted bid proposals on procurement platforms, including the Zambia Electronic Government Procurement (EGP) system and UN procurement portals. Handled preparation and filing of ZRA tax returns and supported procurement and administrative processes for business development.

Proposal Development Zambia EGP Submissions UN Procurement Portals ZRA Tax Returns Tax Compliance Procurement Support

Auditor

UHY Hacker Young Zambia

Jan 2024 - Oct 2024 (9 months)

Participated in external audits for prominent firms (including PwC and ATS Agro Chemical) by performing audit procedures to assess compliance and financial record accuracy. Contributed to audit documentation and working papers and identified control weaknesses with recommendations for improvement.

External Audit Procedures Working Papers Compliance Testing Financial Record Examination

Project Consultant

Jarash Construction Company

Jun 2022 - Oct 2024 (2 years 4 months)

Prepared and submitted bid proposals on the Zambia Electronic Government Procurement (EGP) platform to support the company’s tendering process. Organized submission documentation, ensured compliance for bid submissions, and coordinated with management to support timely and accurate tender delivery for construction projects.

Zambia EGP Platform Bid Management & Compliance Procurement Support Administration For Submissions

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of Zambia

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance

2021 - 2024

Activities and societies: Improved communication and teamwork through group projects and presentations.

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance (double major) through full-time study. Final-year research focused on behavioural factors affecting audit firms in Zambia.

Arakan Girls Secondary School

G.C.E. O' Level Certificate, Accounting (G.C.E. O' Level)

2015 - 2019

Grade: Distinction in Accounting (top of class)

Activities and societies: Active member of Debate and Jets clubs; served as Publicity Secretary in both clubs.

Earned a G.C.E. O' Level certificate with a distinction in Accounting, ranking top of the class. Was active in the Debate and Jets clubs, serving as Publicity Secretary.