Hi, I’m
Othata Nkhii
Accountant
Gaborone,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional with broad experience in revenue management, payment processing, and project support. Skilled in managing financial records, analyzing revenue streams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Adept at supporting project teams through accurate financial reporting and budget oversight, enhancing decision-making and project execution. Proven track record of improving payment workflows and streamlining financial operations, contributing to operational efficiency and revenue growth. Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of liaising with cross-functional teams to align financial processes with broader organizational goals. Seeking an accountant position where financial expertise, and project support experience can drive sustainable growth and operational success.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
9
Certifications
2
Languages
Work History
Institute of Health Sciences (IHS)Gaborone
Principal Accounts Officer
02.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee the school’s financial operations to ensure compliance with governing body policies and directives.
- Deliver strategic financial policy advice, promoting robust fiscal management for stakeholders.
- Craft annual budget estimates in collaboration with school management to meet departmental financial needs.
- Monitor fiscal performance, presenting monthly financial reports to school management and regional offices.
- Administer payroll operations, including remuneration for temporary staff and managing non-teaching staff welfare.
- Facilitate regional handover processes for smooth transitions and effective organizational communication.
- Direct accounting operations, providing expert support and guidance to team members.
- Examine and authorize invoices, guaranteeing precise and prompt fulfillment of the school’s financial commitments.
Shakawe Senior SecondaryShakawe
Principal Accounts Officer
01.2010 - 02.2025
Job overview
- Oversee financial operations at the school, ensuring adherence to policies and directives from the governing body.
- Deliver strategic financial policy advice, promoting robust fiscal management for stakeholders.
- Craft annual budget estimates in collaboration with school management to meet departmental financial needs.
- Conduct monthly monitoring of income and expenditure, reporting to school management and regional office.
- Administer payroll operations, including payments for temporary staff and overseeing non-teaching staff welfare.
- Facilitate regional handover processes for smooth transitions and effective organizational communication.
- Supervise accounting operations, providing expert support and guidance to team members.
- Review and authorize invoices, guaranteeing precise and prompt fulfillment of the school’s financial commitments.
Maraka Junior Secondary SchoolLotlhakane-Kanye
Senior Bursar
01.2008 - 12.2009
Job overview
- Streamlined financial operations through prompt payment processing, diligent fund remittance, and meticulous record-keeping.
- Enhanced revenue collection and debt recovery by issuing regular payment reminders and preparing Casualty Returns.
Mosetltha Junior Secondary SchoolBobonong
Bursar
11.2005 - 12.2007
Job overview
- Develop and implement the annual manpower plan aligned with the School Establishment Register, ensuring all vacancies are promptly filled in collaboration with the School Head.
- Liaise with Procurement Officers to guarantee the seamless procurement and delivery of goods to the school.
- Oversee the collection of school revenue and ensure consistent remittance to the Revenue Office.
- Manage the preparation and processing of school payments, including supplier invoices and employee terminal benefits.
Education
EDUBEX-OTHM QUALIFICATIONSUnited Kingdom
Master of Arts from Project Management (Master’s Degree)
04.2001
Sheffield Hallam UniversitySheffield City, London
Bachelor of Arts from Honors in Accounting and Finance
12-2022
University Overview
- Degree Awarded with Honors in Accounting and Finance, Second Class-First Division
- GPA: 2.1 GPA
Botswana Accountancy CollegeGaborone
No Degree from AAT Level 4
04.2001
Automotive Trade Technical CollegeGaborone
No Degree
04.2001
Madirelo Trade And Testing CentreGaborone
No Degree
04.2001
Skills
Financial reporting
Revenue forecasting
Budget planning
Payment processing
Audit preparation
Financial analysis
Regulatory compliance
Invoice management
Data analysis
Workflow optimization
Documentation management
Decision-making support
Risk management
Process improvement
Cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder engagement
Project financial oversight
Transaction auditing
Vendor record management
Interpersonal communication
Record reconciliation
Expense tracking
Accounting software proficiency
Cost accounting
Project accounting
Variance analysis
Intercompany transactions
Grant accounting
Self motivation
General ledger entry
Certification
Introduction to Trauma and Basic Counselling Lijoka Investment (Pty) Ltd Oct 2021
LINKS
- Ms Gaborekwe Tlou: shakawesss@gmail.com
- Dr Tapiwa Gande: tapiwag@bac.ac.bw
- Overseer Mokiya Mokiya: mokiya1976@gmail.com
- Christopher Ramogaladi: ramogaladic@gmail.com
Timeline
Principal Accounts Officer
Institute of Health Sciences (IHS)
02.2025 - Current
Principal Accounts Officer
Shakawe Senior Secondary
01.2010 - 02.2025
Senior Bursar
Maraka Junior Secondary School
01.2008 - 12.2009
Bursar
Mosetltha Junior Secondary School
11.2005 - 12.2007
EDUBEX-OTHM QUALIFICATIONS
Master of Arts from Project Management (Master’s Degree)
04.2001
Botswana Accountancy College
No Degree from AAT Level 4
04.2001
Automotive Trade Technical College
No Degree
04.2001
Madirelo Trade And Testing Centre
No Degree
04.2001
Sheffield Hallam University
Bachelor of Arts from Honors in Accounting and Finance