Sokhna Sall
Dakar
Summary
Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep organization financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective. Ready to bring nearly a decade of experience and take on challenging new role. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping organization operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Assistant
World Food Programe (WFP)
06.2023 - Current
- Supported finance team by processing approximately 100 invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
- Monitored grant funding activities, ensuring compliance with allocation requirements and deadlines for reporting purposes.
- Identified and monitored budget expenses for accuracy and signs of fraud.
- Strengthened internal controls, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
- Presented complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders in an easily understandable format, encouraging informed decision-making across the organization.
- Enhanced communication between departments with regular financial updates and insights related to grant-funded projects.
- Reconciled daily summaries of transactions to balance cash drawers and maintain accurate account of assigned banks.
- Conducted regular reviews of aged accounts receivable reports, ensuring timely follow-up on past due balances.
- Enhanced client relationships through effective communication and prompt resolution of billing inquiries or disputes.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Finance Officer (Voluntary)
UK MURID COMMUNITY
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
- Improved budget planning and forecasting with thorough analysis of historical data and market trends.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing new accounting software and procedures.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing more effective accounts receivable and payable strategies.
- Reduced overhead costs for the department through efficient budget management and expense tracking.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding financial matters, reducing risk of fines or penalties.
- Enhanced financial transparency with monthly clear reporting and communication to executive leadership.
- Improved NGO program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Established efficient systems for data collection and analysis, informing decision-making processes within the organization.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented a tax management strategy that increased tax reliefs
- Implemented monthly donor reporting to build trust and transparency that leads to an increase of 150% contributions
Accountant Assistant/ Financial Controller
Google Ireland
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Analyzed financial data and generated reports that provided key insights into the financial health of the company
- Produce accurate reports including forecasting revenue, costs and profitability, P&L accounts and budgets packs
- Ensuring the implementation of efficient control systems for forecasting and controlling expenditure including payroll and gross margin.
- Negotiated and established relationships with external vendors to reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and successfully implemented initiatives resulting in a X% reduction in operating expenses
- Developed and implemented a system to track, monitor, and analyze financial performance indicators, resulting in a 25% increase in efficiency
- Managed a budget of $5million and ensured that all expenditures were within budget and complied with organizational policies
- Reconciled financial accounts and identified discrepancies, resulting in improved accuracy of financial statements
- Analyzed financial data and generated reports that provided key insights into the financial health of the company
Junior Accountant
Tesco plc
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Created and implemented a set of internal controls to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and reduce the risk of fraud and errors
- Negotiated and established relationships with external vendors to reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and successfully implemented initiatives resulting in a X% reduction in operating expenses
- Developed and implemented a system to track, monitor, and analyze financial performance indicators, resulting in a X% increase in efficiency
- Increasing client portfolio by 50%, successfully managing weekly and monthly transaction recording
Finance Assistant
Vodafone
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Supported finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Increased efficiency with thorough maintenance of financial records and documentation.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Supported year-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were properly recorded before start of new fiscal year.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Proactively identified potential risks within organization's finances, alerting management to concerns as needed.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of East London
London06.2022
BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance -
University of East London
London06.2021
Higher National Diploma -
University of Paris Descartes
Paris01.2012
A-Levels: Economics & Social -
Lycee Jacques Monod
Paris01.2010
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounts Receivable
- Budgeting and Planning
- Variance reporting
- Account Reconciliation
- Annual budgets
- Month-end close
- Management Reporting
- ERP System Knowledge
- Proficient in Quickbooks, Sage 50
Languages
French, Wolof
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Finance Assistant
World Food Programe (WFP)
06.2023 - Current
Finance Officer (Voluntary)
UK MURID COMMUNITY
01.2021 - Current
Accountant Assistant/ Financial Controller
Google Ireland
11.2019 - 08.2022
Junior Accountant
Tesco plc
01.2019 - 10.2019
Finance Assistant
Vodafone
01.2016 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of East London
BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance -
University of East London
Higher National Diploma -
University of Paris Descartes
A-Levels: Economics & Social -
Lycee Jacques Monod
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