Suaibu Keita
Finance Director
Banjul,B
Summary
Professional finance leader with extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis. Known for driving financial performance and fostering collaborative team environments. Reliable and adaptable, focused on delivering results through strategic financial management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Management Accounts Manager
Gambia International Airlines The Gambia
Banjul, B
11.2009 - 08.2017
- Preparing quarterly management accounts for management perusal
- Preparing Monthly payable ledger reconciliation to the Nominal ledger
- Sending accounting transaction posted on a batch to live transaction
- reviewing all bank reconciliation, accruals and prepayments
- preparing the final accounts and attending management meetings
- trained 6 interns on successful posting and carrying reconciliation on the Access Accounting software
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Boosted client satisfaction by effectively managing accounts and addressing concerns promptly.
Finance Director
Gambia International Airlines
Banjul, B
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
- Enhanced stakeholder communication by producing clear, concise, and timely financial reports that supported informed decision-making.
- Spearheaded the implementation of new accounting software solutions, improving data accuracy and streamlining operations across departments.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient budgeting and forecasting systems.
- Mentored junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
- Contributed to long-term planning discussions by providing insightful analysis on industry trends and competitor performance.
- Led successful negotiations on financing terms, resulting in lower interest rates and improved cash flow for the organization.
- Improved financial performance through thorough analysis of company expenditures and revenues.
- Reduced financial risk with comprehensive credit management strategies, strengthening the company''s financial position.
Credit Controller
Gambia International Airlines The Gambia
Banjul, B
11.2008 - 11.2009
- Monthly sales ledger debt reconciliation
- Monthly debt collection and reporting to management on the status of the company receivables
- Overdue debt collection and corresponding with the company lawyers to collect or pursue overdue debt
- Reviewed customer accounts for compliance with repayment obligations.
- Responded to disputes calmly and applied logical, knowledgeable approaches to devise solutions.
- Increased collection rates through proactive account management and regular follow-ups with clients.
Internal Audit Assistant
Gambia International Airlines The Gambia
Banjul, B
05.2007 - 11.2008
- Preparing monthly Internal Audit report for the Audit Director
- Enhanced overall audit efficiency by streamlining internal processes and adopting best practices.
- Assisted in the development of a comprehensive annual audit plan addressing all key risk areas within the organization.
- Evaluated company policies and procedures for compliance with regulatory requirements, reducing the likelihood of penalties or fines.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit presentations for senior management, ensuring key findings were communicated clearly and concisely.
Education
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Kwansei Gakuin University Japan
09.2017 -
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Birmingham Management Training College. Association of Chartered Certified Accountant(ACCA) and Oxford Brookes University(BSC in Accountancy) United Kingdom
01.2010 - 12.2012
Skills
Access Accounting software and Sage software
Timeline
Finance Director
Gambia International Airlines
03.2020 - Current
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Kwansei Gakuin University Japan
09.2017 -
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Birmingham Management Training College. Association of Chartered Certified Accountant(ACCA) and Oxford Brookes University(BSC in Accountancy) United Kingdom
01.2010 - 12.2012
Management Accounts Manager
Gambia International Airlines The Gambia
11.2009 - 08.2017
Credit Controller
Gambia International Airlines The Gambia
11.2008 - 11.2009
Internal Audit Assistant
Gambia International Airlines The Gambia
05.2007 - 11.2008
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