Monica Adom
@monicaadom
Senior Accounting Consultant with expertise in financial analysis and reporting.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated accounting professional with extensive experience in financial analysis, reporting, and consultancy. My journey began with a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Derby, followed by my fellowship with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Over the years, I have honed my skills in various roles, including Senior Accounting Consultant at Lemuel Group and Senior Financial Analyst at De Beers Global Sightholder Sales.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed complex financial projects, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards and local regulations. My achievements include leading a project that automated sales invoice postings, significantly reducing processing time, and preparing comprehensive financial reports for executive management. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to drive financial performance and contribute to organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Accounting Consultant
Lemuel Group
Jul 2024 - Jul 2024 (0 months)
Responsible for reviewing trust accounts for high-net-worth offshore business accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records. Reviewed financial statements in accordance with Mauritian GAAP and IFRS, identifying errors and making management recommendations.
Treasurer
APSA Botswana
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Responsible for monthly management accounts and annual financial statements for a non-profit organization focused on diabetes education and awareness.
Senior Financial Analyst
De Beers Global Sightholder Sales
Jan 2023 - Jun 2023 (5 months)
Responsible for monthly reporting of the company’s closing inventory models, including preparing stock models for five months and presenting them to group finance. Ensured adherence to internal controls over financial reporting and coordinated departments for quarterly results presentations.
Assistant Accountant
De Beers Global Sightholder Sales
Jun 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 6 months)
Managed general ledger maintenance, sight reporting, accounts receivable and payables, and asset accounting. Led a project to automate sales invoice postings, developed an Excel tool for trial balance validation, and was the SAP expert during system migration.
Acting Management Accountant
De Beers Global Sightholder Sales
May 2021 - Apr 2022 (11 months)
Led the team through a clean year-end audit, prepared monthly CFO reports, managed external audits, and provided cashflow variance analysis.
Accountant
Letshego Holdings Limited
Jul 2017 - Apr 2024 (6 years 9 months)
Assisted subsidiaries in budgeting, completed consolidated income statements, and helped save tax penalties through account reconciliation.
Accountant in Charge
De Beers Holdings Botswana
Jun 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 6 months)
Responsible for general ledger, monthly management accounts, fiscal year audits, and preparing financial statements and budget templates.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Accounting
2019 - 2024
Pursued the ACCA qualification, gaining comprehensive knowledge in accounting, finance, and management, and achieved Fellow status in 2024.
University of Derby
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Accounting and Finance
2010 - 2013
Grade: First Class
Completed a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with First Class honors, focusing on financial principles, accounting practices, and analytical skills necessary for the finance industry.
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