Hi, I’m
Charmaine Nortje
Accountant
Secunda / Johannesburg
Summary
I am an independent team leader, who takes responsibility and great
pride in my work. I can effeciently delegate tasks when needed. I
prefer to plan ahead to prevent future failures. I work well under
pressure and can adapt well when circumstances change. I am
committed to achieving set goals. I am driven and motivated by success.
I am a highly skilled accounting professional. My experience includes three years with PwC South Africa up to the position of audit senior.
My experience is built on a diverse portfolio of clients within the energy, utilities & mining sector including both retail, construction and manufacturing, some of which are listed on the JSE.
I have experience in areas such as financial statement drafting and extensive experience with IFRS.
I am highly driven to find more efficient ways of working that
result in time and cost savings. I have excellent Microsoft skills
and have completed a basic course in Aletryx, Power BI as well
as Pastel.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PwC South AfricaSecunda / Johannesburg
Senior Associate
01.2020 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Worked varied hours to meet seasonal and business needs.
- Improved customer satisfaction by quickly and effectively addressing inquiries and complaints.
- Identified and resolved complex issues by applying advanced analytical and troubleshooting strategies.
- Achieved client satisfaction and loyalty by establishing collaborative relationships, facilitating needs assessment.
- Assigned tasks to lower-level personnel based on qualifications and skills set.
- Planned and managed different projects
- Effectively led and participated in meetings both internal and with clients
- Adapted to high level of change to meet deadlines and client demands
- Evaluated VAT, PAYE and income tax calculations and the corresponding returns
- Monitored internal controls to ensure effeciency thereof
- Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
- Served as liaison, facilitating communication between management and associates.
- Prioritized tasks to meet tight deadlines, pitching in to assist others with project duties.
- Used Microsoft tools to create correspondence, edit spreadsheets and develop presentations.
- Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement.
- Maintained confidentiality on projects, with clients and regarding corporate data to alleviate data breaches.
Education
North West UniversityPotchefstroom Campus
B.com Chartered Accounting from Accounting
01.2015 - 12.2018
North West UniversityPotchefstroom Campus
Hons Chartered Accounting from Accounting
01.2019 - 12.2019
Skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Accomplishments
1. Passed the SAICA ITC in 2020 (first time pass)
2. Passed the SAICA APC in December 2021 (first time pass)
Timeline
Senior Associate
PwC South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2022
North West University
Hons Chartered Accounting from Accounting
01.2019 - 12.2019
North West University
B.com Chartered Accounting from Accounting
01.2015 - 12.2018
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