MOSES BANGURA
Accountant & Accounts Receivable Manager
About
Highly analytical and results-driven Accountant and Accounts Receivable Manager with over six years of experience optimizing financial operations and ensuring compliance. Proven expertise in comprehensive financial reporting, robust accounts receivable management, and timely collection of outstanding payments. Adept at leveraging strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational efficiency, drive profitability, and maintain impeccable financial integrity.
Work
The Farmington Hotel
|Accountant & Accounts Receivable Officer
Liberia
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Summary
Currently serves as Accountant & Account Receivables Manager, managing comprehensive financial operations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing revenue streams.
Highlights
Assisting in the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing critical insights that informed strategic decisions and contributed to enhanced cost management, profitability, and revenue growth.
Managed the full accounts receivable cycle, from accurate invoice creation and dispatch to diligent monitoring and collection of outstanding payments from diverse clients, significantly improving cash flow.
Implemented and enforced robust internal control procedures and conducted regular bank and financial statement reconciliations, safeguarding company assets and ensuring impeccable data integrity.
Assessed creditworthiness and established appropriate credit limits for guests and businesses, effectively mitigating financial risk and ensuring prompt resolution of overdue accounts.
Generated comprehensive accounts receivable reports (aging, collections status, revenue projections) and collaborated cross-functionally to optimize cash flow and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Home Suites Hotel
|Finance & Accounts Assistant
Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone
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Summary
Supported essential financial operations, managed accounts processes, and ensured accurate record-keeping for a prominent hotel in Sierra Leone.
Highlights
Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries and daily transactions, underpinning reliable financial reporting.
Processed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoice payments to suppliers/vendors and efficient collection from customers, contributing to smooth financial operations.
Supported comprehensive reconciliation of bank statements, credit card transactions, and various accounts, consistently ensuring alignment with financial records and enhancing data accuracy.
Administered petty cash and daily cash banking procedures, including deposit preparation, ensuring appropriate usage and accurate recording of all receipts.
Assisted in the meticulous gathering of data for financial statement preparation and contributed to payroll processing and tax filing preparations, ensuring compliance.
Education
Fourah Bay College – University of Sierra Leone
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BSc (Hons)
Accounting & Finance
The West African Examinations Council
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
Albert Academy Secondary School
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
Albert Academy Secondary School
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)
UMC Primary School Brookfileds
National Primary School Examination (NPSE)
Languages
English
Fluent
Certificates
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Issued By
British Council
Skills
Financial Operations
Accounts Receivable Management, Financial Reporting, Reconciliation, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Management, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Invoice Processing, Payment Collection, Credit Management, Payroll Processing, Tax Preparation, General Ledger, Financial Statements.
Data & Systems
Accounting Software, Financial Data Management, Record Keeping, Data Accuracy.
Business Acumen
Cost Management, Profitability Analysis, Revenue Growth, Financial Compliance, Risk Mitigation.
Professional & Interpersonal Skills
Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Accuracy, Professionalism, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Leadership Potential, Adaptability, Project Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Negotiation, Stakeholder Communication.
References
Mr. Bassam Abdallah
Financial Controller, The Farmington Hotel - Liberia | +231 88 812 3222 | Bassam@thefarmingtonhotel.com
Mr. Francis Nyambura
Cost Controller, The Farmington Hotel - Liberia | +231 88 115 4229 | FrancisNyambura@thefarmingtonhotel.com
Mr. Tarnue Ballah Johnson
Accounts Payable Officer, The Farmington Hotel - Liberia | +231 77 743 3208 | Accountpayable@thefarmingtonhotel.com