martin ssemmanda
@martinssemmanda
Experienced accounting and finance professional driving accurate financial controls.
UgandaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven accounting and finance professional with over seven years' experience in financial reporting, reconciliation, liquidity management, and regulatory compliance within the insurance and healthcare sectors. I excel at optimizing financial processes, strengthening internal controls, supporting audits, and delivering data-driven insights that improve operational performance.
Known for high integrity, strong analytical ability, and effective stakeholder management, I have a proven record of managing bank relationships, enforcing expense strategies (accruals, prepayments, 3-way match), and improving revenue and cash collection processes. I am committed to continuous learning (ACCA and CPA ongoing) and contributing meaningfully to organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accounts Assistant
Sanlam General Insurance Uganda Ltd
Dec 2021 - Present (4 years)
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, manage liquidity and weekly cash projections, and ensure regulatory compliance (VAT, NSSF, PAYE, WHT) while coordinating external audits and improving payment processes for commissions and claims.
Finance Officer
International Hospital Kampala
Dec 2017 - May 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and variance reports, reconciled vendor accounts, managed petty cash across clinics, and improved revenue allocation processes, reducing unallocated payments by 40%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AAAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Professional Qualification (ACCA), Accounting
Progressing through the ACCA professional qualification; pursuing certification in accounting and finance standards.
Institute of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) - Uganda
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Qualification, Accounting
Undertaking the CPA professional qualification to achieve certified public accountant status.
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