Curriculum Vitae

Adolph Shipena

56 Rockview Estates, Hochland Park.Mobile +264 (0) 812 710 319

Box 3566, Windhoek, NamibiaEmail:

Profile

An Accountant with over 11 years of work experience in Corporate Finance and Banking, acquired in environments with high commercial astute and innovation.

Conceptual with strong analytical and evaluative skills as well as a commitment to high standards of excellence and continuous improvements.

Education

  • Currently enrolled for MBA, University of Stellenbosch, since 2010
  • Bachelor of Accounting, University of Namibia, 2006
  • Diploma in Credit, University of South Africa, 2008
  • Certificate in Banking, Institute of Bankers South Africa, 2004
  • Certificate in Supervisory Effectiveness, Maccauvlei SA, 2005
  • Grade 12 (STD 10), Gabriel Taapopi Secondary school, 1994

Languages

English, Oshiwambo and Afrikaans

Relevant experience

  1. Group Financial Manager, Shali Group (January 2011 to Date)

Responsibilities are to:

  • Design, implement and maintain accounting systems that generatessufficient information to assist management in making informed Business Decisions.
  • Provide accurate and timeous management reports on a regular basis
  • Ensure Tax planning and compliance
  • Manage and co-ordinate the Financial month/year-end process
  • Assume Responsibility for the accounting records in compliance with IFRS and GAAP
  • Liaise with external auditors for annual audits
  1. Operations Officer, Evatelo Investments (July 2010 to January 2011)
  • Responsible for Office Administration, Budgeting, Accounting and Book Keeping, Reporting as well HR Management
  1. Accountant: MobileHomes Operation, MTC (June 2006 – June 2010)
  • Tasked with providing Monthly Management Reportson Retail activities
  • Provide Technical Accounting advice and support to retail staff and management to ensure sound practices and adherence to GAAP and IFRS
  • Budgeting and Budget Variance Analysis as well as cost control on various Cost Centers
  • Ensure VAT accuracy on retail transactions
  • Reviewing and maintaining the integrity of ERP Systems
  • Ensure monthly reconciliation of General Ledger accounts
  • Supervising the management of the Cash Book and accurately guide staff on correcting anomalies
  • Representing Accounting Division at New IT Finance related Projects to ensure systems optimization, compliance and customization
  • Staff supervision and support toensure conducive working environment
  • Liaising and Assisting with Annual Statutory Audits
  1. Treasury and Accounts Payable Assistant Accountant, MTC (May 2003 to June 2006)
  • Assisted with day to day Cash Flow management
  • Reconciliation of Supplier Statements, Matching Invoices and Preparation of Payments
  • Reconciliation and Payment of Utility Accounts i.e. Municipalities and Regional REDS
  • Tasked with capturing of Bank Statements on the Accounting System
  • Ensure VAT accuracy on Invoices and Payment Requisitions
  • Administration of Stop Orders and Debit Orders i.e. Escalations, Renewals, Cancellations etc
  • Preparation of Working Papers for Audits,liaising and assisting with year-end audit materials
  1. Credit and Administration Officer, FNB Namibia (1994 to 1998)
  • Tasked with the evaluation of credit applications with reference to risk factors such as Financial Analysis, Financial Structuring, Credit Evaluation and Assessment as well as Collaterals Evaluation
  • Revision of Risk Exposure
  • Responsible for achieving credit control assessment targets
  • Administration of overdraft facilities

IT Skills

  • Microsoft Words
  • Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
  • Microsoft Power Point
  • Have been Involved in the successful development andimplementation of ERP SystemsatMTC since 2003
  • Recently Successfullydeveloped and implementeda LAN and Accounting System at Shali Mining Pty Ltd

Referrals

  1. Mr. Willem Shali, CEO, Shali Group, Tel: 061 256 259
  2. Mr. George Tobias, MD, Evatelo Investments, Cell: 0811241744 or 0813196190
  3. Ms. Toini Shilongo, HR Manager, MTC, Tel: 061 280 2000
  4. Mr. Freddy Koujo, Manager Environmental Management, City of Windhoek. Tel: 061 290 2911

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