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HAMILTON PASIPAMIRE

Nationality: Zimbabwean (S.A. Permanent Resident) EE/AA Status: African Male Permit: Reference Number: 9370/96 (D) JA ID Number: Passport No: CN634674 Address: 2 Harrow Court, 23 Harrow Road, Rondebosch, 7700, South Africa. Contact Tel: 021686 4138 (H) | 07896 64004 (M) Skype: hp.finance Email: hpasipamire@gmail.com LinkedIn: http://za.linkedin.com/pub/hamilton-pasipamire/26/aa/169

ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL

A versatile, driven and seasoned professional combining nine years progressively responsible financial reporting, analysis, financial management, processes, and systems experience to compliment sound interpersonal skills. Proven track record of delivering accurate financial reports to high standards and within prescribed deadlines. Tenacious and able to deal with ambiguity and effectively cope with change complemented by strong ability to

use rigorous logic and analytical methods to solve complex work problems with effective solutions. Flexibility, commitment and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and driven to succeed. Strong work ethic. Willing, relentless and versatile fast learner with ability to grasp the essence and structure of anything readily.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Monthly and Annual Financial Reporting | IFRS | Cash flows and Cashbooks | Financial Analysis and Strategy | Budgets and Forecasting | Cost Management | General Ledger | Reconciliations | Debtors and Creditors | Journals | Fixed Assets Register | Inter-group Accounts | Control Systems | Payroll | Taxation | Supervision | ERPs

ACHIEVEMENTS

Successful ERPs migration for FrangoKing Moçambique finance department [Key Team member] (July 2012).

Improved credit terms by 200% with key suppliers through communication and negotiation (7 to 21days). 50% reduction in debtors’ days & better cash inflows through efficient credit billing (60 to 30 days). Increased packed product sales volume through implementing direct selling strategy (150%). Improved profit by more than 10% through planned investment of free cash flows. Award for highest marks ACCA Paper 1.3 Managing People December 2001 in Zimbabwe.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Jan 2014 – Mar 2014 Temporary Project Accountant Gavelkind (Pty) Ltd (Financial Services | Funds Administration) I assist the Financial Manager to prepare financial statements and reconciliations for multiple international offshore fund administration companies. I am involved with investigating complex transactions involving multiple currencies (EUR, GBP, USD, CHF, NOK, ZAR etc.) and documenting processes and findings. Computer Systems Used: Sage Accpac ERP, Microsoft Excel

Jul 2013 - Dec: Relocated to South Africa. Seeking finance position with long term career development prospects.

Jan 2012 – Jun 2013 Contract Accountant (ERPs Migration & Audits) (Reporting to Finance Managers)

FrangoKing Moçambique, Nampula, Mozambique (http://www.africancentury.co.uk/ ).

Hands on role involved with financial reporting and analysis, KPIs, reviewing processes, external and statutory audits, systems advisory and driving the automation of firm wide accounting processes (to SagePastel Evolution) at African Century owned integrated poultry business producing, distributing and retailing day old chicks, poultry feed, live and frozen birds (chicken) in northern Mozambique. Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing annual & monthly financial statements (up to balance sheet) (IFRS) and variance analysis to forecasts. Monthly Overhead and Production Costs Analysis, interpretation of figures to draw insights and recommending

changes to improve systems and financial performance. Assisting with financial and statutory audits and liaison with external audit and assurance engagement teams. Prepare and process journals and monthly bank reconciliations incl. multi-currency accounts (ZAR, USD). Assisting with identifying errors and recommending or posting correction journals. Reconciling and confirming inter-group account balances periodically. Filing statutory returns (IVA, IRPS & INSS), and assisting with statutory compliance of loans and imports. Preparing daily expenditure analysis and weekly cash flow report, forecast, and analysis. Balance sheet, customer, and supplier account reconciliations (foreign accounts RSA, Euro, India, Brazil). Coordinated monthly stock count, stock reconciliations and preparation of stock valuation report. Loading monthly financial data on financial reporting system and supervising 5 Accounts Clerks. Assisting in ERP systems implementation and setting up secure document storage system (filing & archiving). Identify financial risks and contribute towards developing and implementing mitigating strategies e.g. creating

models and performing multiple linked reconciliations i.e. sales to banking, debtors, prepayments and stock. SagePastel Evolution migration finance input control lead, and junior staff systems training, and support.

Computer Packages Used: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), SagePastel Evolution, QuickBooks

Reason for leaving: Fixed Term Contract successfully completed.

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Sept 2009 – Dec 2011 Financial and Management Accountant (Reporting to General Manager) Footwear and Rubber Industries, Zimbabwe (Manufacturing | Production). Responsible for monthly financial reporting, financial analysis, costing, budgets and forecasting, and providing effective leadership to finance team, knowledgeable and accurate information to teams and senior managers. Strengthened skills in planning, analysis and dealing with cross functional teams. Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting monthly and annual business performance (to balance sheet) and preparing audit schedules. Oversee, implement and maintain effective accounting and internal control processes and procedures. Statutory Reporting (VAT, PAYE, Social Security etc.) and Adhoc performance reports to board.

Analysing financial statements and business information e.g. costs, GL accounts & Cost-Volume-Profit. Approving and allocating funds for expenditure, petty cash control and cash books management. Prepare comprehensive annual budgets, monthly forecasts and variance analysis. Monthly General ledger and control account (incl. payroll) reconciliations (balance sheet reconciliations). Management Payroll processing and supervising Wages Clerk. Responsible for working capital management (loans, debtors, creditors, WIP and stock). Product, batch, contract, job and process costing responsibility and Pricing approval. Recovering receivables’ (Debt collection), credit control, risk assessment and management. Effective relations with suppliers, customers, other stakeholders and query investigation and resolution. Identifying business needs to set priorities and recommending appropriate action. Coaching and motivating teams to perform to high standards.

Computer Packages Used: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Pastel Partner, Berlina Payroll

Reason for leaving: Company in voluntary liquidation.

Jan 2008 – Aug 2009 Management Accountant (Reporting to Group Accountant) Arizona Spur Steak Ranch, Zimbabwe (Food & Beverages | Restaurants) Managed financial matters for franchised steak house with full responsibility for cost control, stock, cash and internal controls. Worked closely with Operations Management to maintain high quality and service levels. Duties and Responsibilities:

Producing monthly Income statement and weekly cost of sales reports. Preparing sales mix reports and stock variance analysis and reporting. Inter group account reconciliation and credit billing and recovery. Stock control and management of inventory including variance analysis. Raw material cost management to control costs, maintain quality and enhance profitability. Managed accounts and store teams (20+) to ensure quality and productivity. Restaurant compliance management to franchise standards, company policies and procedures.

Computer Packages Used:

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Pastel Partner, Micros-Fidelio Reason for leaving: Career growth opportunity and diversity of experience. Nov 2004 – Dec 2007 Terminal Accountant (Finance & Administration Executive) (Reporting to Terminal Manager) BP & Shell Oil and Gas Terminal | Depot (Triangle), Zimbabwe (Oil & Gas Distribution | Marketing | Logistics). Finance and administration lead for oil and gas terminal (depot) overseeing monthly financial and statutory reporting, internal controls, terminal cash flows, logistics (fleet scheduling and control), and customer service. Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepared monthly management accounts up to balance sheet and statutory accounts (VAT, PAYE, & NSSA). Developed comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reporting pack, and maintained tax schedules. Prepared accurate cash flow forecasts and recommended appropriate finance / investment strategy. Working capital management and planned capital expenditure to maintain and expand operations. Forecasting, planning and analyzing shifts in demand to ensure efficient, coordinated and timely delivery. Organized assets and distribution team to achieve targets, maximize efficiency and client satisfaction. Customer relationship management through timely and proactive communication. Prepared customer statements for Third Party Stock balances and agreed with clients. Compliance management to organization policies and procedures (SHEQ) (Maintained high HSE standards). Monitored and implemented business unit internal control systems and recommended improvements. Daily stock reconciliations and variance analysis, investigation, and reporting (Monthly stock counts lead). Communicated with client management personnel to schedule critical supplies & update progress on lead times

and long term / forward contracts. Computer Packages Used:

Microsoft Office (Excel & Word), MicroTOPAZ, Basic SAP, Pastel Partner Reason for leaving: Family related

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Jan 2003 – Oct 2004 Assistant Accountant (Reporting to Hotel Accountant /Financial Manager) Cresta Hotels, Zimbabwe (Hospitality – Hotels | Food & Beverages) [Internship at Innscor Africa Ltd (Bakers’ Inn | Bread Division) Jun 2004 – Sept 2004] I supported the Hotel Accountant delivering management reports, reconciliations, forecasting and processing payments. I developed a solid foundation in accounts, working capital control and relationship management. I was attached to flagship Bread Manufacturing plant to broaden reporting, budgeting and audit experience. Duties and Responsibilities: Preparing monthly financial statements up to trial balance and balance sheet with budget variances. Implemented techniques to project decision outcomes (sensitivity & cost-volume-profit analysis). Prepared quarterly, annual and ad-hoc budgets as per given assumptions. Prepared daily cash flow, weekly business forecasting and revenue projections. Intercompany, creditors’ & debtors’ reconciliation, recovery and settlement (Meeting cash flow targets). Processing month end journals (payroll, standard, accruals & prepayments). Preparing statutory returns (VAT & PAYE) for approval. Daily banking and cashier reconciliations (Front Office), cash management and treasury investment. Supplier and customer relationship management to ensure reliable and consistent supplies.

Computer Packages Used: Microsoft Office (Excel & Word), Accpac, Micros-Fidelio, Pastel V6

Reason for leaving: Career growth opportunity Jan 1998 – Dec 2002 Teacher (Reporting to School Head) Ministry of Education, Mpopoma High School (Education | Training)

Planning, documenting and delivery of structured learning materials to high school pupils to ensure sufficient syllabus coverage, pupil comprehension, understanding as well as application of key concepts, skills and techniques, and reporting / appraisal of pupil progress and level of comprehension. Recommending remedial action where if required. Reason for leaving: Career change to Accounting & Finance

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Jan 2001 – Dec 2005 Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA – Fundamentals Part 1 & Part 2) [BCom Equivalent]

Courses Passed: Preparing Financial Statements, Financial Information for Management, Managing People, Information Systems, Corporate and Business Law, Business Taxation, Financial Management and Control, Financial Reporting, and Audit and Internal Review. ACCA (Professional) - Passed: Advanced Performance Management and Business Information Management. Current Studies: ACCA (Professional Level) Final Qualifying Examinations Governance, Ethics and Risk, Corporate Reporting, and Business Analysis (Estimated – Jun 2014). Jan 2001- Dec 2005 BSc (Hons) Applied Accounting* Joint award with ACCA Part 2 (Dissertation Stage) Oxford-Brookes University (United Kingdom) 1996-1997 Diploma in Education - University of Zimbabwe 1994-1996 National Certificate - Engineering & Skilled Worker [Fitter – Class One] 1988-1991 GCE Ordinary levels - Waddilove High School (8 subjects passed)

OTHER SKILLS

Languages English (Full professional proficiency) Portuguese (Working proficiency – Conversant) Shona, IsiNdebele & IsiZulu (Proficient)

Systems Summary: Pastel Evolution | Pastel Partner | MS Excel | MS Word | Sage Accpac ERP | Sage Pastel Payroll |

QuickBooks | Berlina | Micros-Fidelio | Basic SAP understanding

Other: Valid Passport to Jan 2022 | RSA Permanent Resident (awaiting I.D.) | Int. Driver’s License [light vehicle]

REFERENCES

Munashe Zhou Raymond Madzamba Sarah Tsitsi Dinha Regional Manager Finance Manager Former Finance Director Delta Corporation International Facilities Services FrangoKing Moçambique E: m.zhou@delta.co.zw E: madzamba@yahoo.com sarah.gett@gmail.com T: +263 773 700 663 T: +258860474365 | 843015796 T: +258 842 688 588