Devendra Persaud
Senior Financial Assistant
Leonora
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented professional with solid understanding of financial principles and practices. Adept at data entry and financial record keeping, with proficiency in Excel and other financial software. Capable of contributing to financial accuracy and smooth operations within team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Financial Assistant
Assuria GY
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed office inventory and ordered new supplies when items were running low.
- Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
- Minimized risk of errors by accurately processing invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Managed accounts payable processes, ensuring prompt payment of invoices while avoiding duplicate payments or late fees.
Accounts Supervisor
National Hardware Guyana Limited
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Lead and manage the accounts payable team, including training and evaluation of staff performance
- Assign and review daily tasks to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments
- Overseeing the processing of vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies
- Implement and enforce procedures for invoice approvals, payment processing and record-keeping
- Performing of regular reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers and statements (with the use of accounting software.)
- Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers, addressing inquiries, resolving disputes and negotiating payment terms
- Reviewing of accounts payable reports including aging reports and payment schedules
- Assist in company's applications and compliance (NIS, GRA, Supplier Forms Etc.)
- Liase with other departments such as Audit and Admin to ensure the smooth flow of operations
Senior Accounts Clerk
National Hardware Guyana Limited
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Supervise and oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable
- Preparation and presentation of accounts receivables reports to Managers and Directors; the company's receivable report was brought up to date and income goal for the respective receivables was accomplished
- Approve financial transactions (payments and payroll) and ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations
- Posting and reviewing accuracy of internal transactions within accounting software
- Lead and mentor junior accounts clerks and staff, providing guidance and training on company/accounting procedures and best practices
- Delegate tasks and oversee the work of the accounts team to ensure timely and accurate completion of financial duties
- Perform and supervise regular bank and account reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies are solved promptly
- Assist in the preparation of external and internal budgets and forecast
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations
Accounts Clerk
National Hardware Guyana Limited
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Preparation of cheque and imprest payment vouchers for all payment types (utilities, contractors, building and vehicle maintenance invoices, etc.) and ensure they are paid on time
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliation of bank statements and internal records
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and company records
- Controlling of stationery inventory: Checking of stock monthly and preparation of payments to purchase stationery (cash and cheque.)
- Utilizing of accounting software (QuickBooks, Excel & ERP systems) efficient and effectively to process postings of invoices, cheques, vouchers, deposits, etc
- Processing of contractors' payroll within an Excel spreadsheet weekly; this includes the entire procedure of receiving timings to the end result of paying contractors directly at multiple locations
- Providing of general administrative support and organizing of filing systems for financial documents and records
Support Professional
Itel
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Actively listened to customers, handled shipping and receiving concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
- Used Microsoft Office and other software tools to create documents and other communications
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues and provide excellent service
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Education
Bachelor - Business Administration-Specialization in Logistics and Supply Chain
JAIN Online University
01.2023 - Current
International Foundation Certificate - Business (SCQF Level 6)
JAIN Online University
01.2022 - 01.2023
CILT- Logistics and Transport Certificate - undefined
Nations Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System Training (CA-EBS) - undefined
GOAL & 3T Enermech
01.2022 - 01.2026
Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (T-BOSIET) - undefined
GOAL & 3T Enermech
01.2022 - 01.2026
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate - undefined
St. Roses High
01.2015 - 01.2020
Skills
- Organizational and Communication Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
- Time-Management
- Data Analysis and Management
- Leadership and Teamwork
Timeline
Senior Financial Assistant
Assuria GY
10.2024 - 03.2025
Accounts Supervisor
National Hardware Guyana Limited
03.2024 - 07.2024
Senior Accounts Clerk
National Hardware Guyana Limited
08.2023 - 02.2024
Accounts Clerk
National Hardware Guyana Limited
02.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor - Business Administration-Specialization in Logistics and Supply Chain
JAIN Online University
01.2023 - Current
International Foundation Certificate - Business (SCQF Level 6)
JAIN Online University
01.2022 - 01.2023
Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System Training (CA-EBS) - undefined
GOAL & 3T Enermech
01.2022 - 01.2026
Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (T-BOSIET) - undefined
GOAL & 3T Enermech
01.2022 - 01.2026
Support Professional
Itel
03.2021 - 05.2022
CILT- Logistics and Transport Certificate - undefined
Nations Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate - undefined
St. Roses High
01.2015 - 01.2020
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