Ayanda Nathi Mahlasela
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at the National Development Agency, excelling in financial data analysis and report writing. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in Syspro and Microsoft Office, I bring strong organizational and analytical skills to drive impactful results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Clerk
National Development Agency
06.2008 - Current
- Complete weekly and monthly cashbook reconciliations; general ledger; and asset register.
- Organize budget documentation; track expenses to maintain tight business controls; and loaded approved budgets and budget reallocations on system.
- Stay on lease expiry date; liaise with landlord personnel on rental invoices; and arrange signatures from provincial offices.
- Oversee SARS payments; and analyzed staff travel claims prior to processing and payment.
- Track and journalize provincial & head office petty cash expenses and prepare replenishments.
- Process creditors and project invoices; prepare payments (including provincial); and ensure accuracy on payments.
Financial Accountant(acting)
National Development Agency
Johannesburg
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Supervised accounts clerks and interns, ensuring equitable distribution of tasks.
- Reviewed and approved invoices, project files, payroll, and third-party payments per regulations.
- Posted cashbooks and journals following thorough review and approval processes.
- Signed off on bank payment reports, reconciliations, and related documentation.
- Authored reports for internal and external stakeholders, including Treasury templates.
- Assisted in preparation of management accounts and annual financial statements schedules.
- Conducted policy reviews, updates, and presentations to stakeholders.
Administrator / EA
Trading and Projects
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Coordinated job cards and supervised 2 technicians, providing updates to Managing Director.
- Managed virtual office tasks as part-time Administrator, handling incoming calls from insurance and clients.
- Dispatched relevant personnel based on client needs and inquiries.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems through diligent document management and accurate record-keeping.
Logistics Clerk
AFGRI Operations Limited
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Received all warehouse shipments and logged into system, delivering high level of accuracy.
- Oversaw scheduling for day-to-day activities of transportation.
- Prepared weekly supplier payment reconciliation for releasing by Treasury department.
Finance Clerk
iNergy Automotive Systems
10.2004 - 06.2007
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month; and submitted reports to Finance Manager & Country Director for approval and releasing.
- Collaborated with Production and Inventory department to facilitate invoice verification and completion of goods received.
- Supported operations by managing petty cash expenditure; debtors' collection for 4 major motor manufacturers and creditors.
- In the absence of Bookkeeper; assisted with forex related duties on internal creditors.
Education
Diploma - Interior Design
Interior Design Institute (IDI)
Online12-2025
Post Graduate Diploma - Management
Regent Business School
Auckland Park04-2018
VAT Short Course - Taxation VAT
University of South Africa
Pretoria12.2007
Diploma - Cost and Management Accounting
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (PE Tech)
Gqeberha04-2003
Skills
- Dynamics GP and Business Central
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Word processing and spreadsheets
- Email management
- Syspro
- Xero accounting software
- Administrative support
- Clerical expertise
- Report writing
- Presentation development
- Research methodologies
- Bookkeeping practices
- Accounting principles
- Financial data analysis
- Independent work capability
- Team collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Punctuality
- Interpersonal communication
- Organizational abilities
- Analytical thinking
- Data management strategies
References
Available separately
Timeline
Financial Accountant(acting)
National Development Agency
09.2023 - 09.2024
Administrator / EA
Trading and Projects
01.2015 - 11.2015
Accounts Clerk
National Development Agency
06.2008 - Current
Logistics Clerk
AFGRI Operations Limited
06.2007 - 06.2008
Finance Clerk
iNergy Automotive Systems
10.2004 - 06.2007
Diploma - Interior Design
Interior Design Institute (IDI)
Post Graduate Diploma - Management
Regent Business School
VAT Short Course - Taxation VAT
University of South Africa
Diploma - Cost and Management Accounting
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (PE Tech)
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