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Estelle KUYULA

Estelle KUYULA

Kinshasa

Summary

Professional with strong expertise in treasury management and financial strategies. Proven ability to drive financial stability, optimize cash flow, and manage risk. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to evolving business needs. Skilled in liquidity management and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Treasury Manager

Congo Equipment
12.2018 - 02.2023
  • Managed cash flow forecasting to ensure liquidity and operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily cash management processes including bank reconciliations and transaction approvals.
  • Developed and implemented internal controls to mitigate financial risks and enhance accuracy.
  • Analyzed cash position reports to inform strategic decision-making for investment opportunities.
  • Provided regular updates to senior management on cash management activities, progress against targets, and areas of potential risk or opportunity.
  • Improved cash handling procedures, reducing discrepancies through enhanced tracking systems.
  • Conducted regular audits of cash operations to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Established strong relationships with banking partners, leveraging expertise to enhance overall cash management capabilities.
  • Ensured timely processing of invoices, payroll disbursements, and other payments to maintain vendor relations and avoid late fees or penalties.
  • Negotiated favorable banking terms and conditions for company accounts, resulting in cost savings and improved financial flexibility.
  • Produced monthly departmental headcount reports and analysis.
  • Monitoring of staff accounts related to loans, guarantees, and various employee reimbursements.

Accounting Assistant

Congo Equipment
02.2017 - 12.2018
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Facilitated smooth financial audits by maintaining organized records and providing necessary documentation to auditors.
  • Contributed to cash flow management, monitoring incoming and outgoing transactions.
  • Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements, contributing to transparent and accurate financial reporting.
  • Reduced late payments by implementing more effective accounts payable system.
  • Processed monthly salary advance for over 200 employees, ensuring timely and accurate compensation.
  • Improved team productivity by organizing and maintaining digital and physical financial records.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using SAP.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.

Accounting Intern

Congo Equipment
12.2015 - 12.2016
  • Assisted with month-end closing and reporting duties.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various accounting software programs such as Excel and SAP, enhancing overall efficiency in daily tasks.
  • Supported month-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  • Maintained cash register operations, balancing drawers at the beginning and end of shifts.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration And Management - Top of The Year With High Honours

ECOPO
Lubumbashi, DR Congo
10-2015

Skills

  • Cash management expertise
  • Bank relationship management
  • Foreign exchange management
  • Cash flow forecasting
  • ERP system experience
  • Financial reporting
  • Internal controls implementation
  • Payment processing expertise
  • Electronic banking systems
  • Excel proficiency

Accomplishments

Led the digitalization of payments at Congo Equipment in collaboration with senior management and the Treasury team - Best Employee – Congo Equipment | April 2022

Affiliations

Flory Mbuyi
Chief Accountant - Congo Equipment, Lubumbashi
+243829778968, fmbuyi@congo-equipment.com


René Lunda

Assistant Chief Accountant - Congo Equipment, Lubumbashi

+243817087411, rlunda@congo-equipment.com

Additional Information

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Volunteering


Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Treasury Manager

Congo Equipment
12.2018 - 02.2023

Accounting Assistant

Congo Equipment
02.2017 - 12.2018

Accounting Intern

Congo Equipment
12.2015 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Business Administration And Management - Top of The Year With High Honours

ECOPO

Volunteering

General Secretary – Family Business Conference (2016–2021) annual conferences on family businesses in Africa, with a focus on the DRC.

  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects.
  • Organized and followed up on internal meetings.
  • Drafted meeting minutes and ensured information flow.
  • Handled administrative and legal document archiving.

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