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FLORENCE  MAVENGERE

FLORENCE MAVENGERE

DEBTORS & CREDITORS CLERK
Durban

Summary

Results-driven professional with comprehensive experience in adminstrative and accounting management, focusing on building strong client relationships and driving business growth. Adept at resolving client issues, and aligning services with client needs. Proven success in fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic environments, showcasing excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

ACCOUNTS MANAGER

SEACO INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
02.2022 - Current
  • Implemented efficient billing procedures to reduce outstanding receivables and improve cash flow.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
  • Preparing and sending invoices to customers, ensuring all details are accurate and comply with company policies.
  • Payment Tracking and regularly monitoring and recording incoming payments, updating the accounting system accordingly.
  • Contact customers with overdue accounts to request payment and negotiate payment terms when necessary.
  • Regularly reconcile accounts receivable with the general ledger to ensure accuracy.
  • Regular customer correspondence and addressing customer inquiries related to billing and payments, acting as a liaison between the company and its clients.
  • Increased account profitability by identifying areas for cost reduction without sacrificing quality or service levels.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, leading to increased repeat business.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by effectively managing accounts and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to identify new opportunities, driving revenue growth.
  • Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, reducing costs and improving profit margins.
  • Optimized internal communication between departments to address client inquiries efficiently and accurately.
  • Maximized revenue through strategic upselling of products or services to existing clients.
  • Resolved complex customer issues, maintaining professionalism and preserving long-term relationships.
  • Software4U Accounting system.
  • Entering all courier waybills on excel spreadsheet
  • Sending of monthly & weekly customer statements
  • Remittance reports and preparation of recons
  • GRV all supplier invoices, passing credit accordingly,processing supplier & customer claims
    and ensuring goods are returned to suppliers
    Switch board duties
  • Prepare documents for license renewals
  • Prepare & submit Vat documents to auditors
  • Receipt all payments from customers in the receipt book
  • Prepare & complete month end procedure on S4U system
  • Family trust fund returns
  • Reading meter & sending reading information

Receptionist Administrator

ATTORNEY LOGAN NAIDOO & ASSOCIATES
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Answered incoming calls, directing clients to individuals addressing specific needs.
  • Handled complaints and questions, and re-directed calls to other team members.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Boosted company image by providing friendly, professional, and timely assistance to all visitors, clients, and vendors.
  • Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
  • Oversaw office equipment maintenance to support continuous and uninterrupted operations.

Business Administrator

TASC TRAINING & CONSULTING
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for optimal pricing terms while maintaining high-quality training or services received in return.
  • Drafted proposals for training programs.
  • Coordinated company-wide events, including conferences, meetings, and workshops, ensuring seamless execution and positive attendee experience.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
  • Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources.
  • Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
  • Developed monthly reports.
  • Developed strategic plans and initiatives.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients and vendors, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution.

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Zimbabwe U.M.P District
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • Enhanced data quality by implementing rigorous monitoring and evaluation processes.
  • Managed relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
  • Streamlined reporting procedures for improved efficiency and information dissemination.
  • Communicated key findings to decision-makers, influencing strategic direction based on evidence-based analysis.
  • Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
  • Utilized various software platforms to analyze data trends, generating actionable recommendations for program improvements.
  • Integrated lessons learned from previous projects into future planning efforts, fostering an environment of continual growth and adaptation.
  • Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.

Finance and Administration/Programmes & Logistics

: United Nations World Food Programme UNWFP (Bulawayo Field Office)
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Participated in peer code reviews, providing constructive feedback aimed at improving the quality of team deliverables.
  • Implementation and maintenance of administrative procedures.
  • Support to effective and efficient functioning of the Office (office/operations/ administration).
  • Support to administrative and logistical services.
  • Support to office maintenance and assets management.
  • Support to events and activities organized by the Office.

• Perform duties such as photocopying, collection and distribution of incoming mail, outgoing mail, locating files etc.

• Oversee receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in-person requests for information.

• Draft meeting agendas, supplied advance materials, and executed follow-up for meetings and team conferences.

Education

BBA - Business Administration

HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY
SCOTLAND
04.2001 -

BTEC Higher National Diploma - Business Administration And Management

London School of Business And Management
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Victoria High School Masvingo
Zimbabwe
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Gokomere High School Masvingo
Zimbabwe
04.2001 -

Skills

Month-end reporting

Account reconciliation

Invoicing

Bank reconciliation

Accounts receivable management

Payment processing

Payment collection

Accounting software proficiency

Fixed asset management

Debt collection

Documentation and reporting

Systems and software expertise

Monitoring and evaluation

Drafting proposals

Timeline

ACCOUNTS MANAGER

SEACO INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
02.2022 - Current

Receptionist Administrator

ATTORNEY LOGAN NAIDOO & ASSOCIATES
01.2021 - 01.2022

Business Administrator

TASC TRAINING & CONSULTING
01.2018 - 12.2020

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Zimbabwe U.M.P District
01.2016 - 04.2018

Finance and Administration/Programmes & Logistics

: United Nations World Food Programme UNWFP (Bulawayo Field Office)
01.2015 - 12.2016

BBA - Business Administration

HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -

BTEC Higher National Diploma - Business Administration And Management

London School of Business And Management
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Victoria High School Masvingo
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Gokomere High School Masvingo
04.2001 -
FLORENCE MAVENGERE DEBTORS & CREDITORS CLERK