Hanlie Dixon
Centurion
Summary
Structured Accounting Manager skilled in leadership and team development, illustrated over 18 years of accounting and management experience. Meticulous and detail-oriented approach to task completion. Focused on correcting discrepancies to increase accuracy. Superior account reconciliation skill and passion for continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Clerk/Administrative Office Manager
Admin-e-Strators
04.2007 - Current
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable and receivables.
- Facilitated timely month-end closing activities by completing accurate journal entries and account adjustments.
- Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Improved cash flow management with diligent monitoring of incoming payments and timely collections followups.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software tools and accounting practices, ensuring continued professional development and growth.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries related to invoices, payments, or account balances.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Sage Pastel.
- Assisted executive management with special projects as needed to support overall business objectives.
- Collaborated with IT department in troubleshooting technical issues, improving overall system functionality.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
Assistant Manager
NWJ Jewellers Centurion Mall
09.2005 - 03.2007
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Manager
De Wet Jewellers Centurion
09.1998 - 02.2005
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's reputation and creating new business opportunities.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Education
Pastel Partner Certificate -
About IT
05-2009
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Uitsig
12-1998
Skills
Month-end reporting
Account reconciliation
Accounts payable/receivable management
Invoicing
Bank reconciliation
Audit support
Payment collection
Accounting software proficiency
Systems and software expertise
Database management
Customer relationship management (CRM)
Relationship building and management
Software
Microsoft Office,Point of Sale,Sage Pastel,Propharm and ComputAssist pharmacy software
, 4, Upper intermediatePersonal Information
Arts and crafts, Reading,Music
I enjoy doing Arts and crafts for example painting and pottery for relaxation in my free time.
I also developed interest in sewing of household and decorative items.
Love reading good books when I get the time and enjoy listening to different kinds of music, classic to modern.
Timeline
Accounting Clerk/Administrative Office Manager
Admin-e-Strators
04.2007 - Current
Assistant Manager
NWJ Jewellers Centurion Mall
09.2005 - 03.2007
Manager
De Wet Jewellers Centurion
09.1998 - 02.2005
Pastel Partner Certificate -
About IT
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Uitsig