Simiao Bila

Simião Bila (Simi) Maputo, Mozambique WhatsApp: - Email:-LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simiao-bila/ Upwork Profile:https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01d293e94efb2483c5 MAIN SKILLS Cloud-based accounting solutions Budgeting and financial management IFRS/GAAP compliance Data entry and Bank reconciliation Financial reporting Accounts Receivables and Payables PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced bookkeeper with over 5 years specializing in cloud-based software like QuickBooks, Xero, and Wave. Expertise in budgeting, financial management, and ensuring IFRS/GAAP compliance for over 70 global clients. Known for attention to detail, strong communication skills, and achieving consistent 100% job success as a Top Rated freelancer on Upwork. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Freelancer: NCIC - IT YNAB and Quickbooks Desktop Expert (Remote) May 20, 2023 – March 26, 2024 (10 months) • Provided expert guidance on using YNAB for effective budgeting and financial management. • Assisted in setting up budgeting systems, ensuring accurate tracking of income and expenses. • Developed budgeting strategies to improve client’s financial health and accountability. • Cleaned up and updated QuickBooks Pro Desktop for accurate financial records. • Conducted monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and prepared monthly financials. • Managed Accounts Receivables and Payables. • Coordinated with CPA to ensure compliance with tax regulations. Freelancer: Polaris Dental Care QuickBooks Bookkeeper for a Group of Dental Offices (Remote) March 2021 – January 2022 (10 months) • Conducted bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial reporting. • Performed data entry for transactions, ensuring timely and accurate financial records. • Verified and matched transactions to maintain integrity in financial statements. Freelancer: Scandinavian School in Maputo QuickBooks Accountant for Small Business (Remote) June 2021 – August 2022 (1.4 years) • Set up the chart of accounts in QuickBooks Online to align with business needs. • Registered opening balances and prepared main accounts for accurate financial tracking. • Managed invoicing, payments, and receipts, ensuring timely entries and reconciliations. • Reconciled bank accounts and advance accounts for suppliers and employees. • Prepared and submitted financial reports supporting effective decision-making. Freelancer: Smith Made LLC, NUVANEX LLC, JAPHOEN LLC Accounting Clerk (Remote) April 2020 – April 2023 (3 years) • Managed approximately 1600 monthly transactions using QuickBooks Online, ensuring accurate classification of expenses and income. • Prepared monthly financial reports including bank reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate financial information for decision-making. • Developed and maintained financial filing systems for easy retrieval of records. EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree in Information Sciences Eduardo Mondlane University, School of Communications and Arts Graduated: 2023 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Management Institute of Transport and Communications of Maputo Completed: 2014 CERTIFICATIONS AND COURSES ● Certificate in Bookkeeping using QuickBooks Online (Proadvisor - 2020) ● Certificate in Bookkeeping using Xero Online (Proadvisor - 2020) ● Certificate in Internal Audit and Account Supervision (Sept. 2018–50 Hours)