Jay Shivram

About Me

Get to know the professional behind the numbers

I am a Tanzanian accountant based in Dar es Salaam with a background in accounting and experience in creating financial statements, managing tax processes, and posting financial transactions in Tally Software.

Throughout my career, I have handled various aspects of financial management, including ensuring accurate record-keeping, preparing reports, and staying compliant with tax regulations. My experience with Tally has enabled me to streamline processes and maintain organized financial data.

I am currently studying for the ACCA qualification through online resources while working full-time, demonstrating my commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Personal Details

Nationality: Tanzanian

Date/Place of Birth: 18th June 2003, Dar es Salaam

Languages

English

Highly proficient

Gujrati

Native speaker

Hindi

Native speaker

Kiswahili

Very good command

Hobbies

sports_cricket Cricket

photo_camera Photography

sports_tennis Badminton

computer Computers

smart_toy AI & Tech Exploration

menu_book Reading Literature

Projects

A few things I've built outside of work — hobby projects at the intersection of finance and tech.

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Personal Portfolio / CV Website

This very site. Built from scratch with plain HTML, CSS, and JS — no frameworks. Figured the best way to learn was to just build something real.

HTML · CSS · JS

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Precision Calculator

A calculator I built because I wanted something cleaner than what's out there. Nothing groundbreaking — just a focused little tool with a UI I actually like using.

Live App · GitHub

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Simple Chat Analyzer & Exporter

Parses and exports WhatsApp chat logs. I made it because I wanted to search through old conversations without endless scrolling — turns out others found it useful too.

Live App

savings

GoalVault – Savings Tracker

A savings tracker I put together to practice building something actually useful. You set a goal, log what you've saved, and watch the progress bar fill up. Simple, but it works.

Live App

Work Experience

My professional journey in accounting and finance

February 2023 – Present

Accountant

Mars Financial Consultants, Dar es Salaam

Creating financial statements, managing tax processes, and posting financial transactions in Tally Software
Ensuring accurate record-keeping and preparing detailed financial reports while adhering to tax regulations and deadlines
Streamlining accounting processes using Tally, maintaining organized and efficient financial data
Managing tax filings to ensure compliance with legal requirements
Filing taxes, VAT, PAYE/SDL, and Withholding Tax
Posting and updating Tally entries for various clients
Preparing annual financial reports for clients
Updating clients on their tax and financial position every quarter
Providing ICT support, troubleshooting technical issues, and assisting staff with technology-related challenges to ensure smooth operational workflow

Skills & Expertise

The professional skills I bring to the table

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Financial Reporting

Creating accurate financial statements and reports that comply with regulatory standards.

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Tax Management

Filing taxes, VAT, PAYE/SDL, and Withholding Tax while ensuring compliance.

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Tally Software

Expert in posting financial transactions and maintaining organized data in Tally.

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Microsoft Excel

Advanced skills in Excel for financial modeling and data analysis.

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Microsoft Word & PowerPoint

Proficient in creating professional documents and presentations.

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ICT/IT Skills

Self-learned strong ICT/IT skills including networking, system management, and troubleshooting.

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Team Collaboration

Working effectively in teams to achieve financial goals and objectives.

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Regulatory Compliance

Ensuring adherence to TRA, WCF, and NSSF regulations.

Education & Qualifications

My academic background and professional development

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

December 2022 – In Progress

Pursuing the ACCA qualification to develop expertise in accounting, finance, auditing, and taxation, aiming to become an ACCA certified accountant.

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Foundation in Accountancy (FIA)

January 2020 – December 2021

Completed the ACCA Foundation in Accountancy (FIA), focusing on the fundamentals of financial and management accounting, business and technology (FBT), and preparing for the ACCA qualification.

High School Education

January 2016 – December 2019

Completed the Certificate of Secondary Education (CSEE) at Shabaan Robert Secondary School, gaining a strong foundation in core subjects to prepare for further education.

Tally Beginners Course

February 2020

Completed Basic training at Power Computers to master Basics of The Tally software.