Awonke Oliphant
Cape Town
Summary
Professional Summary
Detail oriented and organised professional with experience in Accounts Payable and Office Administration. Skilled in processing invoices, managing payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with company procedures. Strong administrative background with the ability to coordinate office operations, handle communications, and support daily business functions efficiently. Known for accuracy, time management, and the ability to work well under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
Signal Hill Products
Cape Town
06.2025 - Current
- Processed and verified supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Matched invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes (3-way matching).
- Captured invoices in the accounting system and maintained up-to-date records.
- Prepared and processed payments, ensuring that suppliers were paid on time.
- Reconciled supplier statements and resolved discrepancies efficiently.
- Communicated with vendors and internal departments to address invoice or payment queries.
- Assisted with month-end closing, including accruals and reporting support.
- Maintained organised financial documentation for audit purposes.
Administrator
Coca-Cola Peninsula Bevareges
Cape Town
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed day-to-day office operations to ensure a smooth and efficient working environment.
- Handled incoming calls, emails, and correspondence in a professional manner.
- Maintained filing systems and accurate record-keeping (both physical and digital).
- Scheduled meetings, appointments, and coordinated calendars for staff.
- Ordered office supplies and managed inventory levels.
- Assisted with basic bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing, expense tracking, and reconciliation.
- Supported HR functions such as onboarding documentation, employee records, and other related tasks.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and general administrative documents.
- Ensured office equipment was maintained and arranged repairs when necessary.
Education
Grade 12 (Matric) -
New Eisleben High School
Cape Town, WC01-2021
Skills
- Customer engagement
- Customer service-oriented
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Communication proficiency
- Banking system navigation
- Data entry precision
- Self-motivation
- Strategic thinking
- Ms Office
References
Signal Hill Products (Pty) Ltd
- Fikiswa Sam
- 0631890492
Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages
- Juan Cronje
- 0636482157
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
Signal Hill Products
06.2025 - Current
Administrator
Coca-Cola Peninsula Bevareges
05.2024 - 05.2025
Grade 12 (Matric) -
New Eisleben High School