Kasiet Makenova

KASIET MAKENOVA 220, 430 Essa Road, Barrie, ON L9J 0M1, Canada -- Profile Skilled Financial specialist with over 10 years of experience in development of budgets and forecast, audit support, accounts reconciliations and collections. Proficient in preparing and analysis of monthly financial statements, conducting statistical and variance analysis, managing accounts receivable/payable, preparing trial balance of books and bank accounts reconciliations, journal entry with strong understanding of accounting principles. Possess ability to adapt to changes and to multitask, strong communication skills, a commitment to professionalism, and a desire for self-improvement. Work Experience Finance officer, Finance, Contract and Audit Section 2011 – 2023 European Union Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek Responsibilities: Verification of financial transactions strictly following guidelines and procedures Compiling financial statements and trial balance sheet Processing invoices and payments Preparation of financial, reconciliation and balance reports using dashboards and spreadsheets Preparation, analysis and processing of documents for financial operations Drafting and distributing correspondence Inter-service coordination and consultation External and internal audit Achievements: Lead development of more than 3 new financial reporting methods to measure productivity and efficiency (KPI, statistical and budget balance). Regional Finance Manager 2007 – 2011 NGO “HelpAge International” in Eastern Europa and Central Asia Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic Responsibilities: Co-ordinate and oversee the budgeting, forecasting and mid-year financial review Vendors’ Invoices entering, posting and filing Collect customer payments in accordance with payment due dates. Bank and cash reconciliations report Journal entry on a daily basis Manage accounts payable and receivable Month-end and Year-end reporting Staff recruitment by developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates Coordinate smooth operation of monthly payroll, facilitating timely employee payments. Achievements: Established and maintained effective procedures and systems for financial management as well as effective accounting systems for the recording of all financial information. Trained and mentored junior finance team members Project Accountant 2007 – 2007 NGO “HelpAge International”, Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic Responsibilities: Establish and maintain effective accounting systems for the recording of all financial information Vendors’ Invoices entering, posting and filing Manage accounts receivable/payable Prepare monthly financial accounting reports Journal entry on a daily basis Manage cash flow, ensuring that regular and accurate transfer requests are made. Bank and cash reconciliation Petty cash maintenance Inventory maintenance Liaise with Audit staff (internal and external) ensuring that any recommendations and changes are fully implemented. Achievements: Effective accounting and budget monitoring systems were set. Strong analytical skills, independent work helped to achieve high results moving from the position of accountant to regional financial manager. Education Bachelor's degree in English Language 1999 – 2011 Equivalent to a Canadian Bachelor’s degree as evaluated by WES Canada Kyrgyz State National University Bachelor's degree in Computer Informational System for Business 1994 – 1998 Equivalent to a Canadian Bachelor’s degree as evaluated by WES Canada International University of Kyrgyzstan Accountant certifications Certified ProAdvisor 2021 QuickBooks Online Certification (INTUIT) QuickBooks Certified Accounting Practitioner qualification (CAP) 2007 Certified International Professional Accountant certification program (CIPA) Languages and skills Russian: Native speaker English: Advanced