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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Hazel Jambo

Hazel Jambo

Accountant
Vorna Valley

Summary

Methodical and adaptable accounting professional with a track record of success in financial management, reporting, and tax compliance. Expert in dealing with complex financial information and leveraging analytical techniques to maintain compliance.

Attentive to detail, trends in financial data and changing laws.

Proficient in various accounting software including Pastel, Sage, QuickBooks online, Xero, Draftworx, and Caseware.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Accountant

Brendmo Inc
01.2021 - Current

As an Accountant at Brendmo Inc, I have utilized my skills in financial reporting, Audit, Accounting software expertise and communication to ensure accurate financial records and analysis.

I have collaborated with team members and utilized my ability to work in a team to ensure smooth operations and effective coordination within the accounting department.

  • Prepared accurate and timely financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations
  • Conducted financial forecasting to anticipate potential challenges and opportunities, thereby providing accurate financial information for decision-making
  • Utilized advanced skills in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, Sage, QuickBooks online, Xero) for efficient financial management, to maintain accurate financial records and streamline financial processes
  • Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting using accounting software such as CaseWare and Draftworx
  • Conducted meticulous reconciliations, identifying and addressing discrepancies between financial records and supporting documentation, and notifying management where necessary
  • Prepared comprehensive monthly management accounts for 25 clients, offering insights into their financial performance
  • Enhanced team productivity and knowledge by leading regular training sessions on accounting best practices and software updates.
  • Oversaw adherence to PAYE, Income Tax, and VAT regulations, minimizing the risk of penalties and interest
  • Conducted thorough VAT reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance; Submitted VAT returns to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) through E-filing, maintaining a record of successful submissions.
  • Provided detailed tax analyses based on client specifications, addressing specific requests
  • Processed both Income Tax and Provisional Tax returns, staying updated on tax regulations and changes.
  • Conducted comprehensive audits for a diverse range of clients, demonstrating adaptability in understanding unique industry-specific financial landscapes.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.

Trainee Payroll Accountant

Gulf (Pvt)Ltd
10.2019 - 11.2020
  • Generated payroll reports that provided detailed insights into payroll trends, allowing for informed decision-making
  • Assisted in managing payroll data to ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries and benefits
  • Assisted in the preparation of payroll journal entries
  • Maintained vacation history in payroll data details to employees as requested
  • Assisted in preparation, processing and maintenance of payroll, salary and compensation
  • Assisted in keeping employee details up to date and informed them about deductions, additions, bonus, etc.
  • Collected, calculated and entered payroll data into the system
  • Reviewed payroll data and contributed in resolving discrepancies
  • Assisted with the payroll reconciling payroll discrepancies and ensured all payroll data is accurate and up-to-date

Education

Bcompt Accounting Sciences -

Univeristy of South Africa
2017

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical reasoning

Tax return filing

Financial statement analysis

General ledger accounting

Compliance management

Trust reconciliations

Bank reconciliations and balancing

Budget forecasting expertise

Full-cycle accounting

A/P and A/R reconciliations

Variance analysis

Financial statement preparation

Accounting and bookkeeping

Pastel, Sage online, QuickBooks online, Xero,

Data analysis

AJS, Microsoft Excel,

Auditing

Audit support

CaseWare, Draftworx

Syft Pro-Advisor

Cloud accounting

Complex problem solving

Effective time management

Customer relations

Tax management

Superior attention to detail

Adaptability

Fast learner

Languages

  • English

Accomplishments

  • Recognised by management and my peers for outstanding behaviour, resulting in being awarded Employee of the year for the year 2023 and 2024
  • Recognised by management for staying abreast with industry changes, resulting in being awarded the Rising star of 2023.
  • Coordinated multiple webinars.
  • Improved client google based reviews by successfully handling client work and attending to specific client needs and requests to their utmost satisfaction.
  • Supervised team of 4 staff members.

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Accountant

Brendmo Inc
01.2021 - Current

Trainee Payroll Accountant

Gulf (Pvt)Ltd
10.2019 - 11.2020

Bcompt Accounting Sciences -

Univeristy of South Africa
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