Simbarashe Thomas Saranewako
@simbasara
Experienced accountant with a strong commitment to financial integrity.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished accountant with five years of experience in accounting and finance. My expertise spans cash management, bookkeeping, tax calculation, and reporting for various business clients and organizations. I pride myself on my strong work ethic and commitment to integrity and accurate record-keeping.
Currently, I serve as an Accountant and Public Officer at Dinson Colliery (Pvt) Ltd, where I prepare financial reports, manage statutory returns, and assist in budgeting and forecasting. My previous roles have equipped me with a solid foundation in financial reporting, account reconciliation, and payment processing, ensuring that all transactions are meticulously recorded and compliant with regulations.
With a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Accountancy from Chinhoyi University of Technology and proficiency in various accounting software, I am well-prepared to contribute effectively to any finance team. I am eager to leverage my skills and experience to help organizations achieve their financial goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accountant and Public Officer
Dinson Colliery (Pvt) Ltd
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Responsible for completing and submitting statutory returns, preparing financial reports, and processing payments. Conducts account reconciliations and assists in budgeting and forecasting. Ensures accurate record-keeping and compliance with financial policies.
Accountant and Public Officer
Dinson Colliery (Pvt) Ltd
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Responsible for completing and submitting statutory returns, preparing financial reports, and processing payments. Conducts budget variance analysis and reconciles accounts, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with financial regulations.
Accountant
Obbridge Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd
May 2023 - Jan 2024 (8 months)
Managed petty cash and prepared budget variance analysis. Processed payments and reconciled accounts, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with financial policies.
Accountant
Obbridge Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd
May 2023 - Jan 2024 (8 months)
Managed petty cash and prepared budget variance analysis. Responsible for processing payments and reconciling accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and authorized.
Accounts and Revenue Officer
Chirundu Local Board
Dec 2022 - May 2023 (5 months)
Handled cash till balancing, tax return processing, and payment plan design for taxpayers. Assisted in financial reporting and compliance monitoring for local businesses.
Graduate Trainee-Finance
Chirundu Local Board
Apr 2021 - Jan 2022 (9 months)
Performed accounting tasks including billing, collections, and record-keeping. Assisted with customer service and tax return processing.
Accounts and Revenue Officer
Chirundu Local Board
Dec 2022 - May 2023 (5 months)
Handled cash management and tax return processing. Established payment plans for delinquent taxpayers and prepared financial reports for management, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Accounting Officer
Air Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd
Feb 2022 - Nov 2022 (9 months)
Responsible for cargo revenue accounting, preparing sales breakdowns, and reconciling accounts. Managed tax returns and maintained accounting ledgers.
Accounting Officer
Air Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd
Feb 2022 - Nov 2022 (9 months)
Focused on cargo revenue accounting, prepared sales breakdowns, and reconciled accounts. Managed tax returns and maintained accounting ledgers to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Graduate Trainee-Finance
Chirundu Local Board
Apr 2021 - Jan 2022 (9 months)
Assisted in various accounting functions including billing, collections, and record-keeping. Provided customer service and supported taxpayers with tax return filings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Bachelor of Science Honour Degree, Accountancy
2017 - 2020
Grade: 2.1
Activities and societies: Participated in various accounting projects and developed exemplary communication skills.
Bachelor of Science Honour Degree in Accountancy with a 2.1 classification. Gained experience in various accounting software including Pastel, Oracle, Sage Evolution, and QuickBooks. Developed strong analytical and numerical skills.
Howard High School
ZIMSEC Advanced Level, Advanced Level
2013 - 2015
Completed Advanced Level studies with a focus on subjects that prepared for further education in accountancy. Achieved 3 A' level Passes.
Howard High School
Advanced Level, General Studies
2013 - 2015
Completed Advanced Level studies with 3 A' level passes under the ZIMSEC curriculum.
Mazowe High School
Ordinary Level, General Studies
2011 - 2013
Completed Ordinary Level studies with 10 O' level passes under the ZIMSEC curriculum.
Mazowe High School
ZIMSEC Ordinary Level, Ordinary Level
2008 - 2013
Completed Ordinary Level studies with a strong academic performance, achieving 10 O' level Passes.
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