Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
Hobbies and Interests
Extracurricular Activities
DRIVING LICENCE QUALIFICATION
References
Timeline
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Bhimesh Govind

Vacoas

Summary

Dynamic accountant with extensive experience at Mauritius Gymkhana Club, excelling in team supervision and financial reporting. Proficient in accounting software, including Microsoft Dynamics NAV, and skilled in payroll systems management. Known for fostering open communication and enhancing team performance, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial operations. Responsive to dynamic operating conditions. Detail-oriented and methodical with excellent mathematical skills, GAAP expertise and IFRS knowledge.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accountant

Mauritius Gymkhana Club
02.2023 - Current

Supervise a team of new joiners and juniors, enhancing development and integration.

Established an inspiring environment that promoted open communication among team members.

Oversee daily operations to ensure a smooth workflow and compliance with standards.

Coach and guide team members, improving skills and performance metrics.

Monitor team performance, addressing feedback, and resolving conflicts efficiently.

Review balance sheet transactions for accuracy, investigating anomalies before management submission.

Prepare monthly financial reports for club management and stakeholders, ensuring accuracy in costs and ledger entries.

Executed complex monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts to assist in budget preparation.

  • Oversee payroll processing, and ensure compliance with labor regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of club memberships and fee payments.

Margin Accountant

Technical Field Services International Ltd
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Efficiently processed timesheets, payroll, and payslips for offshore consultants.
  • Issued invoices to foreign clients, ensuring prompt payment collection.
  • Prepared weekly cash flow forecasts to address upcoming payment obligations.
  • Conducted analysis of cost versus revenue for financial insights.
  • Managed month-end accruals and reversals of revenue.
  • Resolved queries from consultants and accounting, controlling, and treasury teams.
  • Liaised with relationship managers to obtain signed contracts and customer information sheets.

Assistant Accountant

Saint Aubin Group
11.2020 - 04.2022
  • Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow reports for management review.
  • Coordinated with departments to maintain smooth business operations across functions.
  • Led accounts payable and receivable teams to ensure timely financial reporting.
  • Verified and approved payments prior to submission for signature.
  • Attended weekly meetings with management and operations managers to prioritize funds and payments.
  • Executed bank transfers and liaised with banks for confirmations.
  • Conducted three-way voucher matching with purchase orders, invoices, and goods received notes.
  • Performed inventory control through spot checks and reconciliations across all locations.

Assistant Accountant

Taylor Smith Group
01.2013 - 11.2020
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable processes for timely financial reporting.
  • Reconciled vendor accounts and ensured timely payment of bills and expenses.
  • Maintained accurate and organized financial records using accounting software.
  • Collaborated with auditors to provide necessary documentation for reviews.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for all accounting documents.
  • Prepared account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts.
  • Assisted in preparation of monthly financial statements and management accounts.
  • Computation & filing of company monthly and annual taxes & social obligations timely

Pyroll Officer

Taylor Smith Group
01.2007 - 12.2014
  • Manage employee records, including new hires, terminations, and changes.
  • Collaborate with HR to maintain accurate employee benefits information.
  • Processed payroll data and maintained accurate records of employee time, wages, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other information.
  • Process payroll for employees using advanced payroll software and systems.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations for payroll processing.
  • Reconciled payroll accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of data entry into the system.
  • Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and finance departments.
  • Ensure employees Taxes & Social Charges are filed in timely manner
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies by investigating issues and communicating with employees.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive payroll documents and records.

Accounts Payable Team Lead

Taylor Smith Group
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Trained new team members on accounts payable procedures and software tools.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance accuracy in invoice handling.
  • Developed and maintained vendor relationships for efficient payment processing.
  • Managed team workflow and delegated tasks among accounts payable staff.
  • Oversaw daily accounts payable operations and ensured timely invoice processing.

Senior Accounts Clerk

Taylor Smith Group
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently.
  • Maintained accurate financial records using accounting software.
  • Monitored budget expenditures to ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to improve workflow processes.
  • Trained junior staff on accounting procedures and software usage.
  • Performed monthly closing activities such as accruals, prepaid amortization, fixed asset depreciation calculations.
  • Actively participated in departmental meetings offering insight into potential solutions to identified problems.
  • Conducted regular reconciliations of bank statements and general ledgers.
  • Analyzed general ledger accounts on a periodic basis to identify trends or irregularities in account balances or activity levels.

Accounts Clerk

Taylor Smith Group
01.2006 - 12.2008
  • Processed invoices and payments for vendor accounts efficiently.
  • Communicated with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline invoicing procedures.
  • Managed petty cash transactions and ensured accurate documentation.
  • Reconciled bank accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of balances.
  • Monitored cash flow activity on a regular basis to ensure sufficient funds are available.
  • Verified and reconciled invoices with purchase orders.
  • Processed accounts receivable payments and deposits.
  • Compiled data for external auditors during annual audit process.
  • Performed administrative tasks to support strategic initiatives.
  • Tracked income and expenses for business using accounting software.
  • Maintained accounts payable operations by entering vendor bills, printing checks, bank transfers

Trainee

Mauritius Qualifications Authority
02.2006 - 03.2006
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Facilitated communication between departments regarding qualifications criteria and updates.
  • Operated cash registers and handled payments efficiently during peak hours.

Education

MBA - General

University of Technology
Mauritius
01.2022

ABE Level 6 Diploma - Business Management (QCF)

Association of Business Executives
UK
01.2015

O Level - Pass

University of Cambridge
01.2002

Certificate of primary education - Pass

Reunion Road Government School
01.1996

General Certificate of Education

University of Cambridge
UK

ACCA Level 1 - Module F1, Module F2, Module F3

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant
UK

Skills

  • Accounting software proficiency
  • Microsoft Dynamics NAV
  • SICORAX accounting
  • Material control expertise
  • Business Central knowledge
  • SAGE Evolution skills
  • Payroll systems management

Certification

2015 Microsoft Excel 2013 - Intermediate (Formaclic)

Languages

English, French and Creole

References

Upon Request

Hobbies and Interests

Playing keyboard, Travelling, Reading

Extracurricular Activities

Member in JCI International

DRIVING LICENCE QUALIFICATION

  • Private Car
  • Service Passenger Vehicle (Exceeding 43 Passengers)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accountant

Mauritius Gymkhana Club
02.2023 - Current

Margin Accountant

Technical Field Services International Ltd
04.2022 - 01.2023

Assistant Accountant

Saint Aubin Group
11.2020 - 04.2022

Assistant Accountant

Taylor Smith Group
01.2013 - 11.2020

Accounts Payable Team Lead

Taylor Smith Group
01.2010 - 12.2012

Senior Accounts Clerk

Taylor Smith Group
01.2010 - 12.2012

Pyroll Officer

Taylor Smith Group
01.2007 - 12.2014

Trainee

Mauritius Qualifications Authority
02.2006 - 03.2006

Accounts Clerk

Taylor Smith Group
01.2006 - 12.2008

MBA - General

University of Technology

ABE Level 6 Diploma - Business Management (QCF)

Association of Business Executives

O Level - Pass

University of Cambridge

Certificate of primary education - Pass

Reunion Road Government School

General Certificate of Education

University of Cambridge

ACCA Level 1 - Module F1, Module F2, Module F3

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant
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