Gian Evans

Experience

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  Medical Stores Department

  Jun 2014 - Sept 2014

  Accounting Intern

  Medical Stores Department (MSD) was established by the Act of Parliament No.13 of 1993 as an autonomous department under the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children responsible for developing, maintaining and managing an efficient and cost effective system of procurement, storage and distribution of approved medicines and medical supplies required for use by all public health facilitiesResponsiblitiesAssist in government procurement activities, including vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and compliance with procurement regulations and guidelines.Prepared a marketing strategy draft for an efficient and cost effectivelogistics system of Procurement, Storage and Distribution of approvedessential medicines and medical supplies for public health facilities.Went around Iringa town spreading awareness on the effects of medicine/drugs abuse.Recording daily transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, and reconciling bank statements.Invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and timely payments. Show less

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  Barclays

  Jul 2015 - Oct 2015

  Accounting Intern

  Barclays Bank is a renowned British multinational bank that provides a wide range of financial services to individuals, businesses, and corporations worldwide. Established in 1690, Barclays has a rich history and has grown to become one of the largest banks in the United Kingdom and globally.ResponsibilitiesIdentify, evaluate, and mitigate risks by assisting in the assessment of creditworthiness, conducting risk analysis, and participating in risk management activities.Developing proficiency in recording financial transactions, managing accounts, reconciling statements, and understanding the bank's accounting processes.Enhance interpersonal and communication skills by interacting with team members, clients, and other stakeholders to effectively communicate financial information. Show less

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  College of Business Education

  Jul 2016 - Sept 2016

  Finance and Accounting Intern

  The College of Business Education (CBE) was established in Tanzania in 1965 to provide training for the country's commercial sector. It started with one campus in Dar es Salaam and later expanded to include campuses in Dodoma, Mwanza, and Mbeya. The college offers a wide range of programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a total of 51 programs available.ResponsibilitiesConducted bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and consistency between the company's financial records and bank statements.Prepared comprehensive internal audit reports to assess the organization's financial processes and identify areas for improvement.Utilized Sage Revolution, a specialized application, to generate accurate and detailed financial statements.Managed the processing of fees payments, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions. Show less

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  TANZANIA REVENUE AUTHORITY

  Jul 2017 - Nov 2017

  Accounting Intern

  The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) is the government agency responsible for tax administration and revenue collection in Tanzania. It is tasked with enforcing tax laws, ensuring compliance, and collecting various taxes on behalf of the government. TRA plays a crucial role in mobilizing revenue to fund public services, infrastructure development, and government initiatives.Responsibilities:Managing accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and timely payments.Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including recording daily transactions, managing accounts payable and reconciling bank statements.Proficient in applying accounting principles and standards to accurately record and analyze financial transactions. Show less

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  Tanzania Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics Services Agency (TEMESA)

  Nov 2018 - May 2022

  Accountant

  The Tanzania Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics Services Agency (TEMESA) was established by the government to take over the functions which were previously undertaken by the then Electrical and Mechanical (E&M) Division of the Ministry of Works. The Agency was created to further objectives of the Executive Agencies Act No. 30 of 1997 to make it provide efficient and effective electrical, mechanical, electronics services, reliable and safe ferry transport services and equipment hire services to government institutions and the general public.Responsiblities:Government Procurement: Assist in government procurement activities, including vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and compliance with procurement regulations and guidelines.Government Contract Management: Support contract management processes, including contract administration, monitoring contract performance, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and regulations.Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to support decision-making processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards.Budgeting: Collaborate with the finance team to develop and monitor budgets, track expenses, and provide analysis on budget variances to support effective financial management. Show less

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  Eddison Riker & Co

  Feb 2021 - Dec 2023

  Founder

  Specialized In•Tax Preparation and Advisory •Accounts Payable•Project Management•Client based statutory follow ups (NSSF, TIC, TRA, BRELA, HESLB, BOT, Insurers & Solicitors)•Maintenance of Books of Accounts - Cloud Accounting (QBO, ERP, SAGE)•Audit representation

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  Afya Pamoja

  Sept 2022 - May 2024

  Afya Pamoja is a GovTech non-profit registererd in both USA and Tanzania, building an SMS client feedback service for Tanzania's healthcare system. We are elevating citizen voices to support government decision-making across public health servicesResponsibilities:USA Tax Filing: Prepare and file accurate and timely tax returns in compliance with US tax laws and regulations, ensuring adherence to deadlines and minimizing tax liabilities.Unit Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and evaluation of unit costs to identify areas for cost reduction, optimize resource allocation, and improve operational efficiency.Non-Profit Grants Management: Manage the administration and financial aspects of non-profit grants, including budgeting, reporting, compliance, and monitoring to ensure effective utilization of grant funds.Management Accounting: Support management decision-making through the provision of financial analysis, cost analysis, budgeting, and performance evaluation to assist in achieving organizational objectives. Show less

  • Finance and Operations Associate

    Jan 2023 - May 2024

  • Finance Associate

    Sept 2022 - Dec 2022
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  Wezesha

  May 2024 - now

  Finance and Grants Management Associate