Mohammed S. Kamara
Finance
Sejong
Summary
JOB OBJECTIVE: I seek to work in a financial position at an international trust institution . Bringing a huge financial background; over eleven (11) years of financial analysis, planning, and budgeting work experience within the private and public sectors, as well as strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills to effectively prepare, analyze, and review financial transactions and reports.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
27
27
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Part Time Lecturer
Thomas P. Fallah University College
10.2021 - Current
- Evaluate students through assignments, midterms, final exams, etc
- Perform responsibilities and responsibilities as may be assigned.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Adjunct Lecturer
African Methodist Episcopal University
07.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented Management curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Organized, prepared, and revised Management course materials and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
- Served as an academic advisor for students in the department, guiding them through course selection and career planning efforts.
- Taught undergraduate classes in Human Resource Management and Management Seminar.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, ensuring each student''s needs are met effectively.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
Financial Management Officer
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
09.2019 - Current
- Provides functional support to line ministries and agencies in the use of the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) platform.
- Provides first-level technical support in the resolution of issues logged by IFMIS sites at the service Desk before they are escalated to external support
- On–the–job training to users of the IFMIS system when need arises
- Provide support to users in processing transactions on the system.
- Records, interprets and communicated financial data and plans using FreeBalance.
- Assisted with design of financial management system to be compatible with Public Financial Management requirements.
County Treasury Officer
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Supervised the county treasury operations – ensured that all relevant procedures and rules were followed, all prescribed accounting and bookkeeping records were maintained as per standards.
- Reviewed spending entities’ payment requests to make sure they are in compliance with the GoL Financial Management laws.
- Supervised the disbursement of GoL checks to line ministries/agencies and vendors.
- Monitored the cash advances extended to line ministries/agencies
- Supervised the payment processes of line ministries/agencies and vendors.
- Developed strong working relationships with spending entities and vendors.
- Streamlined payment processes for increased efficiency, reducing processing times and errors.
- Made a monthly report to the Comptroller & Accountant General through the Director of the Treasury Services Unit
- Performed any other task as may be assigned by my bosses.
Check Writing Analyst
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
11.2015 - 12.2017
- Logged all vouchers emanating from the Accounting Services Unit through Treasury Services Unit
- Printed out checks out of IFMIS, match checks with respective vouchers, and make payment notification (drawdown)
- Printed deduction checks (statutory & non-statutory)
- Performed other tasks as may be assigned.
Logistics and Administrative Officer
Global Communities-Liberia
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Procurement
- Ensured that a transparent and responsive procurement process was implemented and maintained
- Ensured the implementation/maintenance of standard Global Communities/USAID procurement policies and procedures
- Ensured that procurement was carried out in accordance with Global Communities and donor-specific policies
- Coordinated with the Finance and administration and the program departments to ensure integrated internal controls, timely payment of vendors, and full, auditable supporting documentation
- Ensured that all supplies, services, and equipment required were delivered on time
- Establishment and maintenance of ethical, professional working relationships with supplies
- Routine communication, coordination, and planning with the relevant requesting staff/programs
- Warehouse Management
- Managed the warehouse supplies and document the receipt, handling, storage, release of all items
- Advised the Logistics Coordinator of potential inventory shortages
- Ensured the maintenance of the warehouse, fitting and equipment
- Implement and ensure clear safety procedures
- Maintain full and accurate inventory records
- Provided on-time, standard monthly reports to the Logistics Coordinator
- Fleet Management
- Managed the vehicle pool in the county
- Ensured that appropriate communications equipment (Cell phones, satellite phones, etc) were functioning to meet the operational and security requirements
- Ensured the correct and timely routine maintenance and repair of Global Communities vehicles and generators
- Ensured that all vehicles carry the required on-board documentation (vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, etc) and that all documents are up to date
- Inspected and recorded the condition of vehicles, by maintaining a weekly checklist and ensuring that vehicles logs are accurately filled.
Balance Sheet Management Officer
United Bank For Africa (UBA) Liberia Limited
10.2011 - 07.2013
- Monitored domestics and foreign investments portfolio to ensure that they were booked at approved rates in order to minimize interest expense
- Supervised the country’s Assets and Liabilities Management process to ensure a timely and efficient reporting system
- Managed the country’s assets and liabilities position to achieve optimal profitability while minimizing risk exposure
- Monitored the bank’s liquidity position continually and generate reports for management attention to ensure that the liquidity ratio position does not fall below the statutory requirement
- Ensured timely generation of financial information essential to inform management decision making
- Represented the bank at the Central Bank of Liberia’s weekly USD Auctions
- Performed any other duties as may be assigned.
Education
Master of Science - Master in Public Management
KDI School of Public Policy And Management
Namsejong-ro, Sejong-si 04.2023 - Current
MBA - Finance
Cuttington University School of Graduate & Professional Studies
Congo Town, Monrovia, Liberia 04.2001 - 05.2019
BBA - Management
African Methodist Episcopal University
34 Camp Johnson Road, Monrovia, Liberia 04.2001 - 05.2009
Skills
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Experience in financial management systems
Understanding of financial compliance
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Professionalism
Analytical Thinking
Analytical Skills
Knowledge of MS Office applications, including Excel and Word
Strong organizational and time management abilities
High verbal and written communication skills
Timeline
Master of Science - Master in Public Management
KDI School of Public Policy And Management
04.2023 - Current
Part Time Lecturer
Thomas P. Fallah University College
10.2021 - Current
Adjunct Lecturer
African Methodist Episcopal University
07.2021 - Current
Financial Management Officer
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
09.2019 - Current
County Treasury Officer
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
12.2017 - 09.2019
Check Writing Analyst
MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
11.2015 - 12.2017
Logistics and Administrative Officer
Global Communities-Liberia
09.2014 - 09.2015
Balance Sheet Management Officer
United Bank For Africa (UBA) Liberia Limited
10.2011 - 07.2013
MBA - Finance
Cuttington University School of Graduate & Professional Studies
04.2001 - 05.2019
BBA - Management
African Methodist Episcopal University
04.2001 - 05.2009