Pastel/Pastel Evolution
Daniela Human
General Manager: Finance | Finance And Operations Manager | Executive: Group Financial And Operations Director
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Summary
Strategic Manager with experience leading and overseeing various business activities. Strong history of devising precise and targeted business operations plans, managing costs, reviewing performance and driving change.
Forward-thinking leader with expertise in setting goals, quality standards and growth initiatives while leading quick and efficient attainment of objectives.
Overview
3
3
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager - Finance
Workflow Managed Services (Pty) Ltd
Lonehill, Gauteng
11.2017 - Current
- Set up up the finance department.
- Established policies and procedure used to monitor and govern departments and employees. Structured and implemented, management and measure all KPA, KPI and business requirements within the business.
- Introduced efficiencies that enabled the department to function effectively and efficiently on a third of the original staff compliment.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
Finance and Operations Manager
HospiceWits
Houghton, Gauteng
03.2014 - 10.2018
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success
- Investigated and resolved departmental non-conformances.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase donar loyalty
Finance and Operations Director
Trennplast Group (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg, Gauteng
04.2009 - 01.2014
- Improved company revenue by collaborating with marketing, sales and service departments.
- Reviewed financial and operational reports on regular basis to make effective decisions.
- Negotiated contracts, pricing structures and delivery schedules.
- Boosted productivity and verified early completion dates by eliminating production bottlenecks.
- Mentored and supervised diverse workforce, managing scheduling, supervision and performance management.
- Delivered cost efficiencies and increased staff efficiency through the development of clear and defined milestones and goals, correct expectations, and communication
- Implemented a stock system encompassing over 45 000 SKU’s, ensuring the accurate management of stock, and enabling cost management and minimising financial loss/fraud.
Group Financial Manager
Famous Brands (Pty) Ltd
Midrand, Gauteng
05.2005 - 03.2009
- The Group comprised of 1502 franchised restaurants spread across its brand portfolio.
- I was responsible for the consolidation 36 legal entities and the publication of annual results on the JSE.
- Managed the acquisition of various brands both locally and internationally expanding the Famous Brands portfolio such as Wimpy UK and Tasha’s.
- Involved in the strategic decision to divest the non-core businesses resulting in a cash inflow for the Group.
- Assisted in the separation of the food services division in to two standalone Manufacturing and Logistic divisions to bring about much needed focus across two very specialised and capital-intensive business units.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Actively listened to franchisees, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Managed the relationship with franchisees, building loyalty and avoiding customer acquisition costs.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Financial Accountant
Group Five Roads and Earthworks (Pty) Ltd
Northriding, Gauteng
04.2002 - 05.2003
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses.
- Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
- Tracked contract revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Produced timely and accurate financial and progress reports and submitted for consideration during key decision-making process.
Operations and Financial Manager
Leo Burnett SA (Pty) Ltd
Sunninghill, Gauteng
01.2001 - 03.2002
- Established budgetary benchmarks and formulated financial management strategies by researching operating and historical financial records.
- Led financial planning and analysis by managing key metrics, analyzing data and providing support and insight for strategic planning.
- Led transformation of operational metrics, planning and systems for the media buying business model and revenue recognition.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Scienc - Accounting And Auditing
Unisa
South AfricaSkills
Managerial finance
Accounting and finance
Managerial skills
Management information systems
Work flow planning
Cost reduction strategies
Risk analysis and management
Staff Management
Business planning
Software
Microsoft Outlook
Quickbooks
Microsoft Office
JD Edwards
Comtu
Accpacc
Insight
Timeline
General Manager - Finance
Workflow Managed Services (Pty) Ltd
11.2017 - Current
Finance and Operations Manager
HospiceWits
03.2014 - 10.2018
Finance and Operations Director
Trennplast Group (Pty) Ltd
04.2009 - 01.2014
Group Financial Manager
Famous Brands (Pty) Ltd
05.2005 - 03.2009
Financial Accountant
Group Five Roads and Earthworks (Pty) Ltd
04.2002 - 05.2003
Operations and Financial Manager
Leo Burnett SA (Pty) Ltd
01.2001 - 03.2002
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Scienc - Accounting And Auditing
Unisa