José Kassiala
Luanda,Angola
Summary
Finance professional with expertise in accounting, financial analysis, and revenue review. Strong capabilities in project management, budgeting, and finance leadership. Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, investment decision-making, and operational expense analysis. Skilled in payroll, tax management, and team development, committed to driving strategic growth and efficiency.
Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand.
People-orientated Team Leader successful in delivering revenue and strategic initiatives. Aligns workplace culture with organisation mission and values. Looking for new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Offering strong leadership potential with background in team coordination and project management. Knowledgeable about fostering teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in dynamic environments. Ready to use and develop leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills .
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Team Leader Head of Finance Department
Bluesun Energy Angola
Luanda, Angola
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in reducing staff turnover through motivational initiatives.
- Supported team adherence to company policies by fostering on professional environment more than 50 customer
- Facilitated regular performance of 80% for Luanda Province Enviromental study reviews to pinpoint improvement areas for team members.
- Contributed to crafting actionable plans aimed at achieving business objectives within specified deadlines.
- Developed strategies for improved performance level across team.
- Handled employee grievances professionally, minimising potential workplace disputes.
- Improved customer satisfaction through close collaboration with team.
- Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of t team operations.
- Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within team.
- Followed opening, closing and shift changeover procedures for seamless operations.
- Led shifts and motivated team to drive sales.
Head of Accounts Payables and Taxes
Grupo Simples Oil,Lda
Luanda, Angola
03.2015 - 02.2019
- Managed bookkeeping and accounting systems with attention to detail.
- Completed data entry with precision and efficiency.
- Assisted team members in resolving accounts payable queries.
- Prepared and maintained vendor files, including payables and taxation documentation.
- Collaborated with departments to ensure timely and accurate billing.
- Checked data entries, calculations, and billing codes for correctness.
- Verified vendor accounts by reviewing documentation and contacting account holders.
- Processed monthly salaries for 700 employees accurately.
- Produced documents, reports, and presentations using ERP systems.
- Supported leaders in identifying non-value-added tasks.
- Processed customer payments and arranged payment plans.
- Addressed vendor and employee inquiries regarding invoices and purchases effectively.
- Compiled payroll reports and examined payroll registers to detect errors.
- Head of Finance for Social and enviromental projects
- Cabinda Province Phosphate mine head of finance and budgeting
- Benguela Province Catumbela Municipality ETA Water system head of Logistic and Finance
- Huambo Province-Longonjo Municipality Head of Finance and Logistic project ETA Water Treatment System
- Head of Budgeting and finance Project ETA Alto-Hama Municipality Huambo Provicne -Angola water System
Head of Account Receivable and Tax
Grupo Simples oil, lda
Luanda, Angola
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Assisted with invoicing and reconciliation of bank receivables from clients.
- Monitored days sales outstanding to improve cash flow.
- Analysed liquidity ratios on quarterly basis to support financial planning.
- Collaborated with clients to address and resolve issues effectively.
- Accurately maintained account books and accounting systems by entering data and proofreading thoroughly.
- Processed end-of-day paperwork to verify deposits and correct discrepancies.
- Reconciled operations database with accounting system information to assess monthly revenue
Accounts Assistant
Grupo Simples oil,lda
Luanda, Angola
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Verified and processed invoices from vendors and contacted suppliers regarding billing errors.
- Kept accounts receivable tracking database current with relevant client information, collection and billing progress and program changes.
- Prepared financial statements and expense documents for management teams.
Accounting Clerk
Nalco Angola
Malongo Base, Angola
01.2008 - 11.2008
- Collaborated with senior staff to produce accurate, current and timely financial reports and supporting documentation.
- Established and maintained automated and manual accounting records, post receipts and turn-ins, and performed dues-ins and dues-outs accounting.
- Petty cash controller giving all the necessary support for the day to day cash for small bills like fuel, offices expenses in small scale and other.
- Here I have started getting a DNA in accounts for Oil and Gas company, learning the procedures and get better point of view as I just came from Junior school.
Education
College - Account And Management
Instituto Médio De Economia
Cabassango, AngolaTraining - Angola New Taxation Law
Get Training Center
Luanda, Angola 01.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Triumphant College
Windhoek, NamibiaTraining For Angolan VAT - CA
OCPCA
Luanda, Luanda Province 01.2020 - 12.2020
Internal Training -
Grupo Simples Oil
Luanda 01.2014 - 02.2020
Skills
- Accounting and financial analysis
- Transaction and revenue review
- Balance sheet and profit analysis
- Office and project management
- Budgeting and finance leadership
- Stakeholder support and engagement
- Investment decision-making strategies
- Capex analysis
- Supplier and client management
- Payroll and tax management
- Operating expenses oversight
- Team leadership and development
Languages
Portuguese
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
French
Fluent
Custom Section
+244-941-416-699, +264-813725622
Training
- Training For Angolan VAT, OCPCA, 2020-01-01
- Training for Angola New Taxation Law, Get Training Center, 2014-01-01
- Other Internal Training, Grupo Simples Oil, 2014,215,2016,2017,2018,2019,2020
Timeline
Team Leader Head of Finance Department
Bluesun Energy Angola
04.2023 - Current
Training For Angolan VAT - CA
OCPCA
01.2020 - 12.2020
Head of Accounts Payables and Taxes
Grupo Simples Oil,Lda
03.2015 - 02.2019
Head of Account Receivable and Tax
Grupo Simples oil, lda
02.2014 - 02.2015
Internal Training -
Grupo Simples Oil
01.2014 - 02.2020
Training - Angola New Taxation Law
Get Training Center
01.2014 - 12.2014
Accounts Assistant
Grupo Simples oil,lda
09.2013 - 02.2014
Accounting Clerk
Nalco Angola
01.2008 - 11.2008
College - Account And Management
Instituto Médio De Economia
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Triumphant College