Sylvester Humper
South Croydon
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record in Accounting and Finance. Experienced in budget management, payroll management, bank reconciliation, accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions. Recently returned to the UK after Three months abroad, eager to leverage international experience and skills in a new role. My career journey encompasses diverse experiences, notably serving in a diplomatic mission, where I refined my financial acumen amidst the intricacies of international relations. Dedicated Accountant with ten(10) years of experience. Demonstrated history of meeting company goals and promoting best practices. Thrives under pressure and adapts to challenges with ingenuity and resilience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Financial Attaché
Sierra Leone High Commission
Banjul, The Gambia
10.2019 - Current
- Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial returns
- Ensured accurate calculation of wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions, including taxes and benefits
- Reviewed and verified timesheets, overtime, leave requests for compliance
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of financial data by conducting detailed reconciliations
- Provided insightful analysis of financial results to senior management to support decision-making
- Led the annual budgeting process, collaborating with departmental heads to develop realistic targets
- Coordinate with auditors to facilitate smooth and efficient audit procedures
- Implemented robust internal controls to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Participated in monthly, quarterly and annual audits.
- Safeguarded sensitive financial data in alignment with security protocols.
- Coordinated operations to integrate and align with outside departments and official policies.
- Analysed financial information to identify discrepancies.
- Examined financial documents to check totals, verify transaction accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Applied accounting and bookkeeping knowledge to identify areas of weakness and opportunities for improvement in financial systems.
- Participated in weekly meetings to discuss goals and areas of improvement.
- Reconciled expense reports and financial statements to enforce established cost controls.
Senior Accountant
Financial Management Account Unit
Accountant General's Department, Government of Sierra Leone
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports
- Monitored budget variances and provided recommendations to achieve cost savings and improve efficiency
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
- Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Assist with the preparation of Public Financial Account
- Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Provide general administrative support to the accounting department.
- Compiled financial data for forecasting and budgeting.
- Resolved reporting errors by conducting investigations and amending accounting entries in line with regulations.
- Conducted regular reviews and official audits to validate recordkeeping and controls.
Education
Professional Qualification -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Salford
Manchester 09.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
University of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone 09.2008 - 10.2012
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Creative thinker with keen eye for detail
- Self-motivated professional
- Accounts payable
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Staff supervision
- Communication skills
- Account reconciliation processes
- Invoice preparation
- Account reconciliation
Accomplishments
Best staff of the year 2020
Custom
- Advance Excel Training, Dfid, 2018
- Work Organization and Effective Management Skill, Lagos, Nigeria, 2016
- Participated in the Medium-Term Debt Strategy (MTDS), Hill Valley, 2013
Timeline
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Salford
09.2021 - 05.2023
Financial Attaché
Sierra Leone High Commission
10.2019 - Current
Senior Accountant
Financial Management Account Unit
01.2013 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
University of Sierra Leone
09.2008 - 10.2012
Professional Qualification -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
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