Muhammad Adil Shipkolye
Summary
Well-qualified financial systems officer for offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Officer
Tropical Paradise Co Ltd, Member Of Eclosia Ltd
Port Louis, Mauritius
02.2023 - Current
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Enhanced vendor relations through prompt communication and professional handling of inquiries or concerns.
- Maintained accurate financial records with meticulous attention to detail in data entry and account coding.
- Assisted with month-end closing procedures to ensure timely completion of financial reporting requirements.
- Contributed to audit preparation by gathering documentation, providing explanations, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Input all relevant transactions and supervised properly within accounting system.
- Managed accurate and timely processing of over [Number] invoices per month.
- Reduced errors in invoice processing by conducting thorough reviews and reconciliations of vendor statements.
- Ensured compliance with internal control policies through regular review and updates of department procedures manuals.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Improved cash flow management by monitoring aging reports and prioritizing payments based on due dates and discount opportunities.
- Process supplier invoices, cheque requests and expense claims into the accounts payable system on a timely basis.
- To ensure all invoices have been appropriately approved in accordance with the hotel's purchasing policies and procedures.
- Follow-up and clear on a timely basis, outstanding supplier invoices awaiting authorisation.
- Process cheque runs on a timely basis to ensure creditors are paid in accordance with credit terms and to take advantage of available discounts in line with AHML policies and procedures.
- Assist audit queries
Front Office Internal Controller
LUX Grand Gaube
Grand Gaube, Mauritius
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Double-checks guests' Arrival(s) and Departure(s) on Tour Operator vouchers and Fidelio system, to ensure that vouchers presented by clients, registration form and reservation voucher tally, and informs the Head Office of any transfers or changes accordingly.
- Determines all extras to be settled by the client from Fidelio, prior to his/her departure.
- Prints clients' invoices from Fidelio, attaches to Tour Operator vouchers and Fidelio summary listing, and despatches to Head Credit Controllers for invoicing and follow-up.
- Prints balanced reports, which includes client's name, room number, date of arrival & departure and extras to be settled, and forwards to the Head Office.
- Extracts Micros Sales Report. Identifies cash payments ensures that the amount tally with cash summary.
- Prepares a Daily Revenue Report from Night Audit Report as well as a Ten-Day Revenue Report and despatched both reports to the Head Office.
- Ensures that the General Manager and Financial Controller approve the adjustment of the Day Report before it is despatched to Head Credit Controllers.
- Ensures that foreign exchange balance tally with FOREX summary sheet.
- Banks all cash and Foreign Exchange (FOREX) and prepare “cash sales report” on a daily basis.
- Liaises with banks to resolve any credit card payments.
- Provides advice and assistance to Front Office Cashiers in dealing with customer complaints.
- Reports all inconveniences noted at the Front Office to the Assistant Financial Controller.
- Provides information to Head Credit Controllers as and when required.
Accounts Receivable Officer
Cim Finance Ltd
Port Louis, Mauritius
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Summarized receivables by maintaining invoice accounts, coordinating monthly transfer to accounts receivable account, verifying totals and preparing reports.
- Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Assisted in monthly closing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting for management review.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in team meetings and ongoing professional development initiatives.
- Conducted credit checks on new customers, mitigating risk of bad debts and potential losses.
- Reduced outstanding debts by implementing effective collection strategies and negotiating with clients.
- Educated clients on payment terms and policies, reducing misunderstandings and fostering clear communication lines.
- Reconciled customer accounts regularly, identifying discrepancies and resolving them quickly.
- Resolved valid or authorized deductions by entering credit memos.
- Prepared spreadsheets using formulas, V-lookup and other intermediate and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Analyzed aging reports to identify trends and patterns causing missed collections.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Contacted internal and external customers to obtain documentation to support invoices and claims.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Open University of Mauritius
Forest Side, Mauritius12.2024
High School Diploma -
London College of Accountancy
Port Louis, Mauritius12.2021
High School Diploma -
DROOPNATH RAMPHUL STATE COLLEGE
Pamplemousses12.2018
High School Diploma -
Ramsoondur Prayag SSS
Riviere Du Rempart, Mauritius12.2016
High School Diploma -
Port-louis SSS
Port Louis, Mauritius12.2015
High School Diploma -
Ramsoondur Prayag SSS
Riviere Du Rempart12.2013
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Person
- Time Management
- Audit Support
- Problem Solving
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Accounts Payable Officer
Tropical Paradise Co Ltd, Member Of Eclosia Ltd
02.2023 - Current
Front Office Internal Controller
LUX Grand Gaube
01.2023 - 02.2023
Accounts Receivable Officer
Cim Finance Ltd
12.2018 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Open University of Mauritius
High School Diploma -
London College of Accountancy
High School Diploma -
DROOPNATH RAMPHUL STATE COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
Ramsoondur Prayag SSS
High School Diploma -
Port-louis SSS
High School Diploma -
Ramsoondur Prayag SSS