Almaz Tesfaye
Bole Medhanealem Street, House 45
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
+251 911 234 567
almaz.tesfaye@email.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/almaz-tesfaye

Work Experience

Lead Fund Accountant
Addis Capital Management Solutions - Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
January 2021 - Present
- Oversee the fund accounting operations for a portfolio of alternative investment funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Implemented a new documentation process that reduced errors by 30% and improved overall efficiency in fund reporting.
- Collaborate with investment management teams to provide financial advisory services and support strategic business development initiatives.
- Mentor junior accountants, enhancing their skills in fund accounting and risk management practices.
- Conduct regular audits of fund activities to ensure adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) regulations.

Senior Fund Accountant
Nile Financial Services Ltd. - Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
June 2018 - December 2020
- Managed the accounting and reporting for multiple mutual funds, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients, providing insights on fund performance and investment strategies.
- Led a project to streamline the settlement process, resulting in a 25% reduction in processing time.
- Conducted training sessions on corporate actions and regulatory requirements for the accounting team.

Fund Accounting Associate
East Africa Investment Partners - Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
March 2015 - May 2018
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and reports for various investment funds.
- Supported the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring all documentation was complete and compliant.
- Collaborated with the risk management team to identify and mitigate potential financial risks.
- Participated in the procurement process for financial services, contributing to cost-saving initiatives.

Academic Background

Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Addis Ababa University - Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Graduated: May 2014

Skills
- Fund Accounting
- Alternative Investments
- Financial Advisory
- Risk Management
- Anti Money Laundering (AML)
- KYC Compliance
- Corporate Actions
- Documentation and Reporting
- Business Development
- Time Management
- Service Improvement
- Trading and Investments
- Regulatory Requirements
- Mentoring and Team Leadership