Jessica Davis
Accounting And Audit Clerk
Welkom
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience at Growthbridge Chartered Accountants, excelling in VAT reconciliations and payroll management. Proven track record in enhancing internal controls and financial reporting accuracy. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and adept at training junior staff, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all accounting processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Accounting & Audit Clerk
Growthbridge Chartered Accountants Ins
Welkom, South Africa
07.2021 - Current
- Prepared and submitted monthly VAT reconciliations for multiple clients in compliance with SARS requirements.
- Processed monthly payroll calculations and handled EMP201/EMP501 submissions for various clients.
- Compiled and drafted annual financial statements up to partner review and sign-off stage.
- Supervised, trained, and provided guidance to junior clerks, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm standards.
- Conducted on-site client support, including setup, training, and troubleshooting of accounting software packages.
- Identified irregularities, researched causes and resolved problems.
- Responded to routine requests for information from other departments, managers and customers.
- Researched cash variances, investigated root causes and corrected problems with detail-oriented approach.
- Verified calculations to minimize accounting errors and keep records compliant.
- Evaluated internal controls within organizations to determine the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies employed by clients.
- Reviewed and submitted accounting paperwork such as vouchers, invoices and statements with high accuracy.
- Input financial data and produced reports using software like pastel, sage and Xero
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
Accounting Clerk
Cornelissen & Partners Welkom
Welkom, South Africa
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
- Facilitated timely month-end closing activities by completing accurate journal entries and account adjustments.
Education
Bachelors in Accounting Science - Accounting
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Goudveld High School
Welkom, Free State 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint
Data input proficiency
Accounts receivable reconciliation
Accounts payable reconciliation
Cash flow analysis
Ledger account oversight
Efficient payroll management
Internal controls
Data interpretation
Accounting principles
Organization skills
Cash handling expertise
Financial reporting
Timeline
Accounting & Audit Clerk
Growthbridge Chartered Accountants Ins
07.2021 - Current
Accounting Clerk
Cornelissen & Partners Welkom
01.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelors in Accounting Science - Accounting
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Goudveld High School
04.2001 -