Dean Fredericks
Cape Town
Summary
Experienced in day-to-day accounting processes and applicable regulations. Dedicated to maintaining accurate records with attention to detail and financial knowledge. Experienced in managing financial records and preparing accurate reports. Excel at streamlining accounting processes and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Consistently deliver timely and accurate financial information to support business decisions. Enthusiastic professional with strong analytical skills and knack for problem-solving. Excellent communicator who excels in team environments and collaborates effectively to meet objectives. Versatile background in various roles has honed attention to detail and adaptability, making valuable asset in financial settings. Confident in handling responsibilities with integrity and dedication to continuous improvement. Trustworthy Scheme Accountant with 29 years of practical experience and dedicated work ethic. Self-motivated to consistently provide first-class results in line with stringent targets and deadlines.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheme Accountant
Liberty Health (Pty)Ltd
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2023 - Current
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies.
- Managed financial accounts, reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow to maintain accurate records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximising cash flow.
- Settlement of inter-company and inter-country balances.
- Responding timeously to queries from both internal and external parties.
- Ensure that billing timelines are maintained within the SOP.
- All deliverables relating to internal and external audits are executed within agreed time frames, as requested.
- Ensuring daily compliance with data protection laws and adherence to the provisions of all applicable and role-specific laws, regulations, company policies, standards, and processes when dealing with all information from internal and external partners.
- All balance sheet and income statement reconciliations are completed within the agreed timeline.
Finance Assistant
Liberty Health (Pty)Ltd
Cape Town
12.2009 - 12.2022
- Claims Run - Prepare, load and balance.
- Receipts - load and reconcile.
- Investigating and clearing Balance sheet discrepancies.
- Reconciliation of risk share premium and claims for Francophone countries.
- Strictly adhere and apply treaty conditions.
- Queries resolved within SLA.
Senior Accounts Adminstrator
Old Mutual Healthcare
Cape Town, South Africa
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Investments – Asset limitations, update investment schedule, calculate interest on investments, and update effective interest rates.
- Updating daily receipts.
- Reconciled bank statements against ledger entries to maintain accurate financial records.
- Processed invoices and expense claims, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and staff.
- Kept accounting spreadsheets up to date with customer information, payments and other finances for organisational purposes.
- Maintained an organised filing system for all financial documents to ensure ease of access and compliance with data protection regulations.
- Promptly and periodically followed up on unpaid invoices by calling accounts to request payment.
- Responded to financial inquiries from staff and management, offering advice and guidance on accounting matters.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared cash flow forecasts, and alerted management to potential liquidity issues.
- Prepared monthly financial reports, highlighting discrepancies and potential areas for cost-saving.
- Consistently met and exceeded department targets.
Accounts Administrator
Old mutual Healthcare
Cape Town
05.1997 - 08.2006
- Managed accounts receivable, maintaining accurate records of all receipts.
- Reconciled bank statements against ledger entries to maintain accurate financial records.
- Processed invoices and expense claims, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
- Investigate discrepancies between system and bank.
- Kept up to date records of invoices and other accounting documents for audit purposes.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education -
Damelin
Cape TownSkills
- Financial reporting
- Regulatory compliance
- Cash flow management
- Audit coordination
- Bank reconciliations
- Bookkeeping
- Cash flow projection
- General ledger accounting
- Accounts payable management
- Accounts receivable management
- Client relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
Languages
Afrikaans
Advanced
C1
English
Advanced
C1
References
- Aslam Dhansay - Head of Operational Finance [2020 - 2025]
- Liyakat Sirkot - Acting Head of Operational Finance [Current]
Timeline
Scheme Accountant
Liberty Health (Pty)Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Finance Assistant
Liberty Health (Pty)Ltd
12.2009 - 12.2022
Senior Accounts Adminstrator
Old Mutual Healthcare
09.2006 - 10.2009
Accounts Administrator
Old mutual Healthcare
05.1997 - 08.2006
Certificate of Higher Education -
Damelin