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Lindsay Chikobvu

@lindsaychikobvu

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Seasoned Accounting and Administration Professional with 15 years of experience.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values analytical skills and offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

I am a seasoned Accounting, Procurement, and Administration Professional with a robust track record spanning over 15 years in the professional services sector. My academic credentials are strong, featuring a Bachelor of Retail and Logistics with Honours and a Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management. Renowned for my meticulous attention to detail and quick adaptation to new concepts, I bring a vibrant energy to my professional endeavors.

My expertise is underpinned by a steadfast dedication to adhering to deadlines and a sharp analytical mind, further enhanced by my substantial organizational skills. I am highly skilled in communication, adept at unraveling intricate issues, refining processes, and driving innovation to boost job performance. With outstanding customer service prowess, my adaptability and reliability shine through in my work, whether in a team setting or when operating solo.

As a seasoned Accounting & Supply Chain Expert eager to apply my analytical, organizational, and creative problem-solving abilities, I am ready to make a significant impact on your team. I have a proven ability to manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance with procurement processes, and maintain high standards of operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Customer Experience Ambassador

Current

NicozDiamond Insurance Company

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Contributed to internal interviews, providing insights on customer experience to enhance internal communications and pinpoint customer pain points for effective solutions. Orchestrated departmental events focused on elevating customer experience awareness and best practices. Championed peer-to-peer recognition initiatives and delivered constructive feedback on employee training programs and intern

Customer Experience Internal Communications Problem Solving Event Management Strategy Development

Current

Accounting and Admin Officer

Current

NicozDiamond Insurance Company

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Managed procurement processes, including purchasing goods and services, tracking deliveries, and ensuring compliance with company policies and supplier dealership certificates. Handled accounting tasks such as preparing procurement requisitions, monthly statutory payments and returns, cashbooks, bank reconciliations, and general ledger journals. Oversaw administrative functions including office ma

Procurement Purchasing Supply Chain Management Accounting Bank Reconciliation Asset Register Maintenance Office Management Compliance

Current

Accounting Assistant

Current

TristarInsurance

Nov 2008 - Present (16 years 10 months)

Prepared bank reconciliations, captured payments, and managed banking activities. Conducted stock counts, updated stock bin cards, and prepared audit stock schedules and variance reports. Processed purchase orders, daily cash reconciliations, receipting, and manual tax sales invoices.

Accounting Bank Reconciliation Payment Processing Data Entry Financial Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe

Certificate of Proficiency, Insurance

Earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance. Gained foundational knowledge in insurance products, regulations, and industry practices.

Chinhoyi University of Technology

Masters, Supply chain management

Completed a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management. Focused on advanced concepts and strategies for optimizing complex supply chains.

Midlands State University

BCom, Retail and Logistics management

Grade: Honours

Obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree with Honours, specializing in Retail and Logistics Management. Studied core principles and practices relevant to the retail sector and supply chain operations.