MICHAEL NSUBUGA

Address: Kampala, Uganda, 00256

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0777700115, 0705797332

SUMMARY STATEMENT

I am a self-driven individual who enjoys a powerful career in Operations, Business Administration & Management,
Accounting & Financial Management, Process Optimization, and Concept Development. A confident and highly
organized operational professional with experience in a busy office and reception environment rapidly assimilating
and learning processes applicable to in-house operations, consistently impressing employers which has resulted in
fast track advancement to more senior positions. Highly competent in the design and development of effective
approaches, methods, and practices in project management, monitoring, and evaluations, dedicated to maintaining a
reputation built on quality, service, and uncompromising ethics. Meticulous in my approach to data collation and
presentation, I set up and maintain records, incorporating critical information and running high-quality reports and
analyses in the requisite style and format. My attention to detail and excellent time management skills means that
every task is completed efficiently and to the highest possible standard. I have a calm and patient disposition
meaning that I am able to work effectively under pressure and focus on the task at hand. I am proficient in working
in a team, but also work well independently. I am looking to take on new challenges and additional responsibilities.

STRONG / RELEVANT SKILLS

Financial reporting MS Office Suite Strong leadership skills

Taxation Google Workspace Spreadsheet Management
Budget analysis Office Administration Conflict management
Project Management & reporting USAID Policies Safety Management System
Grants management Quality Auditing Financial Management
Risk and compliance Procurement

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Employer: HLB JIMROBERTS CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS.

Position Held: Audit Supervisor
Dates: January 2023 TO DATE.
The overall responsibility of this job was to audit financial statements of our clients by ensuring compliance with all
tax regulation, and other applicable Acts and regulations, the Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles,
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs), International Accounting Standards (IASs) and the applicable
internal policies and procedures in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and Ethical Code
of Conduct. My portfolio has over 30 clients both NGOs and other sectors.
Key Achievements;
 Developed audit plans and led the audit team on different assignments across different sectors.
 Performed risk assessment of new and continuing clients and risk assessment of different areas of the
financial statements and activities.
 Developed audit strategies including designing procedures appropriate to mitigate the assessed risks.
 Assisted in developing budgets and timelines for upcoming audits, so all clients can be provided services
with the expected timelines without fail.
 Evaluated and enhanced internal controls to improve operational efficiency of different clients.
 Discussed with client’s management about audit observations, recommendations, and actions to be taken,
 Gathered the appropriate and sufficient audit evidence, prepared audit working papers, to support the basis
of opinion and future reference.
 Identified training needs and conducted training of staff in different areas of the job which included;
planning, execution and finalization of audit assignments, Taxation, ISAs and IFRs.
  Introducing new clients to the firm portfolio through marketing of the firm to potential clients and different
business groups.
 Liaison with clients during the audit and after to conduct customer satisfaction survey which in turn builds
customer loyalty or find solutions to existing challenges.

Employer: FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL (FHI) 360, EPIC PROJECT, USAID.

Position Held: Finance Assistant
Dates: June – October 2022.
The overall purpose of this job is to reconcile sub-ledger to general ledger account balances, prepare financial
statements and assess internal controls, including risk assessments, perform monthly balance sheet income statement
changes in financial position/budget variance analysis, assist with the design of budgets for review by management,
maintain fixed assets and schedules as well as supervise accounting staff.
Key Responsibilities;
 Review mobile money request forms to ensure that only eligible participants are paid as per approved
budgets, Initiate payments into the Beyonic system, ensure are successfully paid, and follow up on any
unsuccessful transactions.
 Review documents to confirm all necessary documents are attached as organizational policies require, and
performing reconciliations with the field team to ensure that all eligible participants are paid, and review
mileage documents to confirm that fuel reimbursements are accurate.
 Preparing periodic financial statements and reconciliations, preparing expenditure estimates for council,
providing technical support to council on financial matters, guiding and supervising, and controlling
revenue collection and expenditure.
 Verifying financial documents and payments to avoid forgeries and fraud, accountability systems and
procedures, auditing procurements and monitoring departmental programs, and preparing and
submitting work plans and budgets.
 Reviewing and recommending modifications to accounting systems and procedures, and managing
accounting assistants and bookkeepers.
 Participate in financial standards setting and forecast process, and provided input into the department’s
goal-setting process.
 Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule, assisted with tax audits and tax
returns, and direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
 Ensuring plan, assign, and review staff’s work supported month-end and year-end close process. Developed
and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

Employer: PRICE AND KING CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS.

Position Held: Audit Supervisor
Dates: January 2020 – December 2021
The overall responsibility of this job was to audit financial statements of our clients by ensuring compliance with all
tax regulation, and other applicable Acts and regulations, the Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles,
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs), International Accounting Standards (IASs) and the applicable
internal policies and procedures in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and Ethical Code
of Conduct. My portfolio has 30 clients both NGOs and other sectors.
Key Achievements;
 Developed audit plans and led the audit team on different assignments across different sectors.
 Performed risk assessment of new and continuing clients and of different areas of the financial statements
and activities.
 Developed audit strategies including designing procedures appropriate to mitigate the assessed risks.
 Assisted in developing budgets and timelines for upcoming audits, so all clients can be provided services
with the expected timelines without fail.
 Evaluated and enhanced internal controls to improve operational efficiency of different clients.
  Discussed with client’s management about audit observations, recommendations, and actions to be taken,
 Gathered the appropriate and sufficient audit evidence, prepared audit working papers, to support the basis
of opinion and future reference.
 Identified training needs and conducted training of staff in different areas of the job which included;
planning, execution and finalization of audit assignments, Taxation, ISAs and IFRs.
 Introducing new clients to the firm portfolio through marketing of the firm to potential clients and different
business groups.
 Liaison with clients during the audit and after to conduct customer satisfaction survey which in turn builds
customer loyalty or find solutions to existing challenges.

Employer: ELDORADO COMPANY LIMITED.

Position Held: Assistant Head of Accounts
Dates: January 2015- December 2018
The overall purpose of this job was to improve operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the
effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes, receive payments and issue receipts, keep
track of all cash and credit transactions, explain, promote company services, provide a positive experience with fair,
friendly, and courteous services,
Key Achievements;
 Ensured preparation of final accounts, attending to audit queries and giving responses, handling all staff,
and personal emoluments.
 Prepared budget estimates for the quarters and performed analysis of actual to budget performance,
investigated variances and established applicable remedy.
 Maintained proper cash and bank accounts, managing cash replenishments and ensured banking of monies
on a daily basis and performing bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.
 Ensured monthly management accounts preparation, production of profit and loss, and completed and
maintained sales invoices and reports, Accruals, and prepayments.
 Ensured the compliance of administration, finance, and policies and procedures, ensuring that bank and
petty cash transactions are recorded on a daily basis, and Process correspondences of documents and
reports, as required.
 Ensured preparation of management accounts for management and other regulatory authorities on a
quarterly basis.
 Managing of the Payroll and ensuring all statutory deductions are accurately computed and remitted to the
appropriate regulator.
 Filing of the monthly returns which included PAYE, NSSF, Withholding tax, VAT among others by their
due dates.
 Maintaining and updating the receivables and payables accounts to ensure suppliers are paid on time and
the monies owing from customers are recovered.
 Posting into the accounting system; payment vouchers, journals and receipts and ensuring financial records
are kept safe in their respective files.

Employer: SAVE THE CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL, UGANDA.

Position Held: Procurement Volunteer
Dates: May 2014 – June 2014
The overall purpose of this job was to support the preparation of procurement plans and their
implementation/monitoring and organize procurement meeting processes including the preparation and conduct of
RFQs or RFPs, receipt of quotations, bids, or proposals, and raising the purchase request form for all requests.
Key Achievements
 Ensure preparation of submissions to the Contract, Asset, and Procurement Committee (CAP) and
Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP).
 Maintained Implementation of the internal control system which ensures that Purchase orders are duly
prepared and dispatched. Timely corrective actions on POs with budget check errors and other problems.
 Ensured preparation and presentation of reports on procurement, sourced potential new suppliers, kept
abreast of significant market trends and developments in purchasing and related fields, Identification, and
recommendation of sources of procurement.
  Analyzed and evaluated procurement requests submitted by different units and consulted with unit
managers to ensure that specifications, costs, and delivery schedules are adequate and appropriate.
 Conducted and coordinated negotiations with suppliers with regard to procurement conditions and
procedures and other relevant issues such as resolving contractual problems, price reductions, quality,
delivery schedules, and payment terms.
 Follow-up with suppliers on the timely delivery of items. Prepares and verifies all pre-vouchers ensuring
timely and accurate payment. Controls and certifies invoices corresponding to field purchase orders.
 Posting of procurements in to the system for generating procurement report.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

2021 – Ongoing, Master’s Degree In Business Administration, Uganda Management Institute (UMI)-
Research level.
2018, Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (CPA), Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda.
2011, Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, Kyambogo University.
2007, Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E), Kikaaya College School.
2005, Uganda Certificate of Education (U.C.E), Lubiri Senior Secondary School.

CORE COMPETENCIES & ABILITIES

Collaboration
I work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicit input by genuinely valuing others'
ideas and expertise; am willing to learn from others; place team agenda before personal agenda; support and acts in
accordance with a final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares
credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Conceptual Analytical and Evaluative Skills:

I have the ability to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use
of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet, and other databases. I have the
ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan my own work, and manage conflicting priorities.
I show pride in work and in achievements; demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matter; am
conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; am motivated by
professional rather than personal concerns; show persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
remains calm in stressful situations.

Professionalism:
I was involved much in Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, and approaches relevant to corporate
sustainability, Leadership and People Management, Capacity Building, Customer Care Support, Civil Society
Development, Social Service Delivery, Teamwork & Team Building Dynamics, Target setting, and Category
Management. I have the ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems, and
ability to conduct data collection using various methods.

Inspire and Empower Others

With different ideologies, passion, compassion, and working styles, effective management and leadership always
inspire others. Whether it’s team members or donors or stakeholders, people look up to me as motivation and
inspiration. Am a professional at my tasks and yet am compassionate towards people, I accept and enjoy diversity,
be it within the team or outside the organization. Am always accountable to teams and the beneficiaries. I know how
to motivate others also, understand and behave in ethical manners, reflecting on the organizational policies,
processes, and even day-to-day functioning.

Strong Communication
I speak and write clearly and effectively; listen to others, correctly interprets messages from others and respond
appropriately; ask questions to clarify, and exhibit interest in having two-way communication; tailors language,
tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people
informed.

Computer Tools, Knowledge, and Applications

ERP, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, Beyonic, Tally, Quick books, EFRIS, Filing
returns, and Email Management, Zoom meetings and other conference platforms.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Maintain advanced oral fluency in English and Luganda.

Conversational ability in English, building on an existing passive fluency.
Ability to write with expert proficiency, particularly in English and Luganda.

English, Advance, Luganda, Native, Kiswahili, Basic.

REFERENCE

1. MR. OKELLO ENOCK

Regional Finance Coordinator
FHI360 Epic Project
Telephone: 0782 359 556
Email: [email protected]

2. MR. MUKASA ROBERT

Audit Manager
Price and King Certified Public Accountants
Telephone: 0701 219 225
Email: [email protected]

3. MR. SAMUEL OKURAPA

Partner
HLB Jimroberts Certified Accountants
Telephone: 0772 388 112
Email: [email protected]

CERTIFICATION

I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this data correctly describes me, my
qualifications, and my experience.
Signed,

Michael Nsubuga