Handra Hand
Accountant / CA(SA)
Prince Alfred Hamlet
Summary
Resourceful Accounting professional with 15+ years of experience in accounting, audit preparation and reporting.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
Overview
28
28
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Self Employed Business Owner
NHS Accountants
Prince Alfred Hamlet / Remote
3 2008 - Current
- Expertly manage Accounting & Tax services for a diverse clientele, including individuals, companies, CC's, Trusts, and Homeowners Associations
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, including data capturing, month-end closing, reconciling accounts, and categorizing transactions.
- Handle payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Work with cloud-based bookkeeping systems to ensure seamless and efficient processes.
- Preparing financial statements for audit, review, and compilation engagements (GAAP and IFRS SME)
- Maintain strong communication with clients through Zoom, providing excellent customer service and support.
- Meet deadlines consistently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Act as the principal accountant for selected clients, overseeing Debtors, Creditors, Bank transactions, and reconciliations, while also drafting budgets and generating monthly management accounts
- Ensure punctual VAT return submissions and reconciliations and execute monthly Payroll operations with subsequent SARS submissions
- Calculate income tax and provisional tax liabilities, file income tax returns, review assessments, and proficiently handle SARS correspondence, including appeals and queries related to VAT, Income Tax, or PAYE
- Diligently review and compile financial statements to guarantee compliance with GAAP/IFRS SME standards
- Deliver accounting officer services for various entities and fulfilling all secretarial responsibilities for companies and CC's on CIPC.
- Establish strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Oversee business budget planning and administration
- Fixed asset management and maintaining up-to-date Fixed Asset Registers,
- Maintain accurate financial records
- Supervise, direct and review the work of relevant staff
- Preparing for annual audit and communication with external auditors
- Spearheaded comprehensive Independent Reviews for private entities, orchestrating the entire process from initial planning to client communication, ensuring delivery of tailored recommendations addressing accounting and review concerns, and culminating in the issuance of accurate reports alongside meticulously compiled financial statements
- Conducted thorough review procedures across all income statement and balance sheet categories, achieving full assurance on financial assertions
Education
CA(SA) - Accounting, Audit And Tax
SAICA
South Africa 01.2003 - 01.2006
B.Comm with Honours (Financial Accounting) - Accounting, Audit And Tax
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa 01.2000 - 12.2024
B.Comm Management Accounting - undefined
Stellenbosch, South Africa 01.1997 - 04.1999
Skills
Time Management
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Effective Communication
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Adaptability and Flexibility
Driven and self motivated
Work Planning and Prioritization
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration and Leadership
Strategic Decision-Making
Financial Management
GAAP / IFRS SME
Pro Active / Take inisiative
Advance knowledge of accounting
Accurate
Liaise with clients and building relationships
Work independently
Compile and review financial statements
Pastel / Sage / QuickBooks / Draftworx / Xero
Optimising accounting systems
Microsoft
Children
2 Children: 14 and 12
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/09/78
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Yes / Own transport
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
ENGLISH
AFRIKAANS
Timeline
CA(SA) - Accounting, Audit And Tax
SAICA
01.2003 - 01.2006
B.Comm with Honours (Financial Accounting) - Accounting, Audit And Tax
University of Stellenbosch
01.2000 - 12.2024
B.Comm Management Accounting - undefined
01.1997 - 04.1999
Self Employed Business Owner
NHS Accountants
3 2008 - Current