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Goodson Lindire Sichali

Goodson Lindire Sichali

Lilongwe

Summary

Results-oriented accounting professional with several years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related settings. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Accountant

Saint John Of God Hospitaller Services Limited
Lilongwe
05.2025 - Current
  • Financial Management: Implementing financial policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Accounting and Bookkeeping: Maintaining accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
  • Financial Reporting: Preparing financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and budget variance analyses.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Developing and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
  • Cost tracking: Tracking project costs, including labor, materials, and expenses.
  • Internal Controls: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Financial analysis: Analyze financial data to inform project decisions and identify areas for improvement.
  • Cash Management: Managing cash flow, including forecasting and monitoring.
  • Project close-out: Ensuring accurate financial closure of projects, including final accounting and reporting.
  • Financial Analysis: Analyzing financial data to inform decision-making.
  • Compliance: Ensuring project financials comply with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Stakeholder communication: Providing financial updates and insights to project stakeholders, including project managers and sponsors.
  • Audit Support: Assisting with internal and external audits.

Assistant Management Accountant

Satemwa Tea Estates Limited
Thyolo
11.2021 - 04.2025
  • Developed strong working relationships with various departments within the organization.
  • Reviewed monthly closing activities including preparing reconciliations and account analysis.
  • Provided support to internal customers regarding financial transactions and inquiries.
  • Researched accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Verified accuracy of invoices for payment processing in accordance with company policies.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement of existing systems and processes related to finance and accounting operations.
  • Processed month-end close activities including accruals, deferrals, allocations.
  • Participated in the annual audit process by providing requested information to external auditors.
  • Assisted in the development of management reports for senior management review.
  • Coordinated the flow of financial documents between different departments within the organization.
  • Maintained fixed asset ledgers, depreciation schedules, and amortization records.
  • Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring accuracy of budget data.
  • Analyzed financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures.
  • Monitored compliance with internal controls over financial reporting process.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts between group companies.
  • Performed variance analyses on actual versus budget expenses.
  • Prepared journal entries and maintained general ledger accounts.
  • Supported monthly forecasting activities including revenue recognition and expense tracking.
  • Developed processes for improving financial reporting efficiencies.
  • Generated ad hoc reports as required by Management Accountant or other departments.
  • Supervised and delegated tasks for accounting technician teams and assisted with team tasks when necessary.
  • Developed, managed and maintained key company accounts.
  • Prepared and presented financial reports, budgets and statements.

Finance and Operations Manager

Brilliant Solutions Limited
Blantyre
11.2020 - 10.2021
  • Evaluated current systems for effectiveness in meeting business needs; identified areas for improvement.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures for relevance and accuracy; updated as needed.
  • Identified potential risks associated with various projects and initiatives; developed mitigation plans accordingly.
  • Monitored daily accounting activities such as journal entries, invoice processing, wire transfers.
  • Conducted research on industry best practices related to finance operations management.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all transactions; ensured timely filing of required tax returns.
  • Assisted with audits by providing requested documents and ensuring accuracy of information provided.
  • Provided leadership in developing strategies to improve profitability.
  • Assisted in various financial modeling activities, including new market investments and acquisition analysis.

Company Finance Officer

Hallmark Creations Limited
Blantyre
06.2015 - 10.2020
  • Ensured that all taxes due were paid accurately and promptly according to government regulations.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding accounting principles, practices, procedures.
  • Developed and maintained detailed financial models for long-term strategic planning purposes.
  • Assisted with the preparation of audited financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • Coordinated audits with both internal and external auditors to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
  • Implemented new accounting systems or software programs as needed.
  • Created ad hoc reports as requested by senior management team members or external stakeholders such as investors or lenders.
  • Evaluated existing internal controls to ensure their effectiveness in safeguarding assets from loss or misappropriation.
  • Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Conducted financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable processes while ensuring accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger system.
  • Worked with senior management to define standards, policies, procedures and organizational enhancements to meet company goals for finance.

Education

ACCA Professional - Accounting and Finance, Strategic Business Reporting, Strategic Business Leader, Advanced Financial Management, Advanced Audit and Assurance

ACCA
06.2025

CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement And Supply - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management

CIPS
09.2019

Bachelor of Accountancy - undefined

University of Malawi- The Polytechnic
07.2015

Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) - undefined

Mpiri Secondary School
12.2009

Skills

  • Cash Flow Management
  • Profit and loss analysis
  • Variance Analysis
  • Payroll Processing
  • Cost accounting
  • Stakeholder and Interpersonal Communication
  • GAAP, IFRS and IAS knowledge
  • ERP accounting: Sage 300
  • Tax Computation

Timeline

Financial Accountant

Saint John Of God Hospitaller Services Limited
05.2025 - Current

Assistant Management Accountant

Satemwa Tea Estates Limited
11.2021 - 04.2025

Finance and Operations Manager

Brilliant Solutions Limited
11.2020 - 10.2021

Company Finance Officer

Hallmark Creations Limited
06.2015 - 10.2020

ACCA Professional - Accounting and Finance, Strategic Business Reporting, Strategic Business Leader, Advanced Financial Management, Advanced Audit and Assurance

ACCA

CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement And Supply - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management

CIPS

Bachelor of Accountancy - undefined

University of Malawi- The Polytechnic

Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) - undefined

Mpiri Secondary School

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