XERO Accounting Software
Amanda Mazalu
Accountant/Financial Accountant
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Summary
Nearly qualified ACCA member and skilled professional ready to excel in leadership role with focus on results-driven performance. Committed to leveraging knowledge and expertise to develop effective solutions that drive organisational success. A proactive leader known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing demands while maintaining high standards. Passionate about enhancing financial processes and contributing to overall business growth through meticulous attention to detail and strategic problem-solving.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Team Lead
DNM Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
04.2021 - 12.2025
- Responsible for leading a team of 5 consultants serving the purpose of an outsourced accounting function and working directly with the top management to meet the strategic goals of the organisation.
- Implementing training programmes for accountant trainees, improving their skillsets and productivity.
- Monitoring key performance indicators to assess team efficiency and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborating closely with senior management to align team objectives with organisational growth and financial targets.
- Strategising with management in reducing operational costs by 40%.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Audit Trainee and Team Lead
Pamag Inc
Johannesburg
07.2020 - 12.2024
- Reporting directly to Audit Partner and Managers contributing to the development of audit plans and monitoring of ISQM1 standards at both firm and engagement levels.
- Assisted in preparing comprehensive reports outlining audit procedures performed, findings identified, and recommended corrective actions for clients to implement.
- Ensured timely completion of audit tasks by efficiently managing workload under tight deadlines without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Gained valuable experience in various industries by working on diverse client engagements.
- Leveraged technology tools such as Excel spreadsheets, data analysis software, and audit-specific applications to enhance audit effectiveness.
- Supported senior auditors in planning engagement strategies based on clients' risk profiles and business objectives.
- Performed detailed testing of account balances, transactions, and disclosures to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Reviewed client documentation, including invoices, bank statements, and contracts, to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Accounting Consultant
DNM Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Part of a team of accounting consultants responsible for the daily accounting tasks of a range of clients.
- Preparing annual financial statements and monthly management accounts to support proposed advisory solutions to different clients.
- Preparing and computing tax assessments for companies (VAT201, IRP6), trusts and individuals.
- Delivering a payroll function that covered both HR duties and payroll tax duties (submission of EMP201/EMP501 tax reconciliations).
- Interviewed clients by telephone or in-person to gather financial information.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with tailored financial advice, addressing specific needs and concerns.
Education
Professional Accountant - ACCA nearly qualified
12-2026
- Strategic Professional level finalist (Final exams in progress)
- Strategic Business Reporting and Strategic Business Leader achiever
- Advanced Financial Management (in progress)
- Advanced Auditing and Assurance (in progress)
Bachelor of Business Science - Accounting
11-2016
- Financial and Management Accounting and Reporting
- Auditing and Taxation
- Corporate Finance
- Business Law
- Business Statistics
Skills
Financial reporting & Tax support
Audit process management
Strategic collaboration
Client relationship management
Team management
Software
Intuit QuickBooks
Syft Analytics
SimplePay Payroll
DraftWorx
Sage Payroll
Sage Business Cloud Accounting
Excel
Timeline
Team Lead - DNM Consulting (Pty) Ltd
04.2021 - 12.2025
Audit Trainee and Team Lead - Pamag Inc
07.2020 - 12.2024
Accounting Consultant - DNM Consulting (Pty) Ltd
07.2018 - 03.2021
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants - Professional Accountant, ACCA nearly qualified
Monash South Africa - Bachelor of Business Science, Accounting
Qualities
- Leadership
- Dependability
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Team spirit