Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
References
Strength and Qualities
Aspirations
Certification
Timeline
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Irene Shirley Legwabe

Bookkeeper
Booysens

Summary

Dedicated Bookkeeper and Receptionist with excellent experience in industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
1
1
Language
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Receptionist

Thompson Maher & Associates
Johannesburg
01.2024 - Current
  • Making copies, binding documents, scanning, and saving documents on the drive.
  • Helping the Tax Department with tax mandates.
  • Helping the admin department with CIPC registration.
  • Going to the master’s office to submit and collect late estate and trust documents.
  • Assist the tax department with the filing of tax returns.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.

Picker and Packer

MTN
Johannesburg
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Displayed excellent attention to detail, ensuring all orders were picked and prepared accurately according to customer specifications.
  • Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
  • Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
  • Kept accurate records of picked items to assist in inventory control and tracking.
  • Verified proper labeling and identification on all orders before shipment.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Assisted in reducing product damage through careful handling of items during the picking process.

Scanner

Ghekko Stocktaking Specialist
Johannesburg
05.2019 - 09.2021
  • Maintained high accuracy levels with thorough quality checks on scanned documents.
  • Enabled remote access to documents, scanning and uploading files to secure cloud-based repository.
  • Supported company compliance efforts by updating digital filing systems in line with regulatory requirements.
  • Minimized errors through careful attention to detail during the document preparation process prior to scanning.
  • Gathered, sorted and scanned documents to enter into computer system.
  • Assisted in training new employees on scanner usage, contributing to a skilled workforce.

Accountant Assistant

Exposure Marketing and Communication cc
Johannesburg
06.2013 - 03.2018
  • Supported senior accountants in preparing accurate financial statements for timely submission.
  • Performed monthly bank reconciliations to maintain accuracy of financial data and prevent potential issues.
  • Optimized cash flow management strategies through diligent monitoring of incoming funds, outgoing expenses, and working capital requirements.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by consistently reviewing transactions and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation for all accounting activities, ensuring easy access to vital financial information when required for audits or reviews.
  • Contributed to a significant reduction in outstanding receivables by diligently following up on overdue payments from clients.
  • Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
  • Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
  • Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
  • Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.

Education

Learnership - Wealth Management At NQF Level 5

Corporate College International
Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2004

Matric - Grade Twelve

Namedi Secondary School
Soweto, South Africa
12-2000

References

Johanna, Morodi, Supervisor, +27 84 667 8146, Thompson Maher & Associates

Strength and Qualities

  • Self-driven, goal oriented
  • Have a flair for figures
  • Team player
  • Ethical, objective
  • Patient and Trainable

Aspirations

  • To pursue more challenging and demanding opportunities and broaden my experience to become a better and well equipped professional.
  • To make a positive contribution and impact to an organization that promotes learning, growth and development in a performance driven environment

Certification

Sage Partner Practitioner VER.14

Timeline

Receptionist

Thompson Maher & Associates
01.2024 - Current

Picker and Packer

MTN
08.2021 - 12.2023

Scanner

Ghekko Stocktaking Specialist
05.2019 - 09.2021

Sage Partner Practitioner VER.14

05-2015

Accountant Assistant

Exposure Marketing and Communication cc
06.2013 - 03.2018

Learnership - Wealth Management At NQF Level 5

Corporate College International
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

University of Johannesburg
01.2001 - 12.2004

Matric - Grade Twelve

Namedi Secondary School

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