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Alicia Van Zyl

Alicia Van Zyl

Bookkeeper / Accountant
Benoni

Summary

Seasoned Accountant and Bookkeeper with a robust background at Metal Tank Industries, specializing in Pastel Payroll. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing financial accuracy through meticulous bank reconciliations and collaborative audits, resulting in improved operational efficiency. Recognized for exceptional time management and communication skills, consistently meeting strict deadlines.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant / Bookkeeper

Metal Tank Industries (Pty) Ltd
Benoni
01.2013 - 08.2024
  • Bookkeeping services to include the following, up until the Trial Balance.
  • HR - Salary and Wages on Pastel Payroll.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
  • VAT and PAYE.
  • Import and export.

The company has evolved to require a bookkeeper/accountant at the premises in Benoni and no longer requires a remote bookkeeper/accountant.

Bookkeeper

Marmenova
Edenvale
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Processed payroll for employees, including calculating wages, deductions, and issuing payments.
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • VAT and PAYE
  • Resigned due to a better work opportunity and a chance to grow and learn into a higher opportunity.
  • Contact Reference: Luigi, 011-455-4422.

Bookkeeper

Intaba - Indle
Bela-Bela
01.2008 - 12.2009
  • Bookkeeping services to include the following, up until the trial balance:
  • Bank processing.
  • Petty cash account balancing and managing.
  • Debtors and creditors: invoice processing and capturing.
  • Reconciliation of supplier invoices and monthly statements.
  • HR - Salary and Wages on Pastel Payroll.
  • Capturing of payments on Nedbank.
  • Processing of payments from Nedbank.
  • Import and export.
  • Preparing commercial invoices for export.
  • VAT and PAYE
  • Working hand in hand with auditors for monthly financials.

I resigned due to a better work opportunity, a chance to grow and learn, and to immerse myself in the big city.

Contact reference: Mr. Johan Marx (passed away).

Cashier

NWK Corperation
Bela-Bela
11.2005 - 12.2007
  • Oversaw cleanliness and orderliness of checkout areas.
  • Evaluated customer inquiries by maintaining effective communication.
  • Ensured secure packaging of items to protect delicate products.
  • Resolved item requests for customers by providing expert advice.
  • Ensured swift and precise transaction processing, boosting customer satisfaction.
  • Guided customers in locating products and shared detailed information on ongoing store promotions.
  • Provided friendly greetings and farewells to every customer.
  • Handled cash, cheque, and card transactions for payment processing.
  • Handled customer returns and handled transactions efficiently.

I resigned due to a better work offer and to expand my knowledge, learn, and grow into a new career path.

Reference: Estelle Benade.

Education

Matric -

Eden Private Christian School, Intec College
12.2005

Skills

  • Pastel Partner
  • Pastel Payroll Proficiency
  • Skilled in QuickBooks Management
  • Proficient in Word
  • Excel Proficiency
  • Auditing procedures
  • Accounts payable
  • Customer relations
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Accounts receivable
  • VAT compliance
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Payroll administration
  • Accounting and bookkeeping

Personal Information

Driving License: Code B

Languages

  • Afrikaans, First language
  • English, Upper intermediate

Hobbies and Interests

  • Outspoken
  • Energetic
  • Outdoors
  • Fitness
  • Hiking
  • Adventure Seeking

Locations

  • Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Johannesburg, Gauteng

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accountant / Bookkeeper

Metal Tank Industries (Pty) Ltd
01.2013 - 08.2024

Bookkeeper

Marmenova
01.2012 - 12.2012

Bookkeeper

Intaba - Indle
01.2008 - 12.2009

Cashier

NWK Corperation
11.2005 - 12.2007

Matric -

Eden Private Christian School, Intec College
Alicia Van ZylBookkeeper / Accountant