Jishina Oriee
Newcastle
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
Certificates
Summary
Organized office professional with strong understanding of bookkeeping principles combined with a solid background in motor industry. Skilled at using MS Office and Google Workspace to create exceptional reconciliations and spreadsheets. Proficient with accounting systems and related computer software programs. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Skills
- Google & Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Outlook)
- Knowledge of all Labour Laws eg, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Workmen's Compensation Act
- Organization
- Time Management
- Flexible
- Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Knowledge of age analysis of accounts and understand general ledger structure
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Adaptable
- Bookkeeping and double-entry
- Budgets and forecasting
- Payroll
- Data Analysis
- GAAP
- Quickbooks
Work History
Accounting Clerk
Stucky Motors- Mercedes-Benz Newcastle
10.2023 - Current
- Based at Head Office for the Stucky Motors Group of Companies i.e Automotive Dealerships- Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Chery & FAW
- Managed accounts payable clerks in all branches
- Implemented new control spreadsheet for accounts payable clerks to use, thus increasing efficiency of payments and minimizing room for error
- Tracked expenses to comply with budgets.
- Generated comprehensive reports for senior management, covering key financial metrics.
- Processed payments and documents such as daily and monthly creditors, settlements, internal transfers and property companies.
- Daily posting of payments against invoices on system, generating remittances and emailing these out to requested persons.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Verified items billed against items ordered and reconciled differences through follow-up with Accounts Payable Clerks.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Assisted in budget preparation and compiling daily payments forecast to control expenditure and maximize profitability.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Google Sheets.
- Reconciled company bank, credit cards and petty cash accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Loaded payments accurately using companies business banking profiles
Accounts Payable Clerk
Audi Centre Newcastle
Newcastle
03.2017 - 09.2023
- Based at Head Office at Audi Centre Newcastle, managing accounts payable for the group of
companies i.e Audi, VW, Suzuki, Shell etc
Achievements:
Improved accounts payable processes and achieved 50% more efficient payment times
Managed and updated financial accounts and permanent records for more than 300 current
suppliers
Implemented a more efficient filing system for Accounts Payable, improving accessibility and
organization.
Handling accounts payable for fourteen companies with a budget into the millions
Interacted with suppliers by phone, email or in-person to provide information on accounts
payable
Paid vendors by monitoring discounts and paid ad hoc employee salaries/wages/loans
Processed vendor and supplier payments on a weekly basis
Paid settlements due on vehicles, lead commissions, refunds due to customers accurately and on
time
Accurate reconciliation of invoices against supplier statement and reconciling age analysis,
general ledger, and supplier accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accounts are correctly
balanced
Reconciled accounts, handed information required to auditors and updated financial records
with accuracy
Requested for missing documentation from responsible persons as well as verifying copy
documents before processing
Trained and mentored new team members and managers on accounts payable systems and
policies to build cohesive groups and promote operational performance
Drafted professional memos and letters to support business objectives and growth
Maintain supplier banking details on internet banking profile
Reviewed order data to verify transactions and delivery dates
Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and
applicable regulations.
Improved financial accuracy by reconciling supplier accounts and identifying discrepancies in
financial records.
Filed garnishments, levies, and property utilities in accordance with legal requirements,
reducing company liabilities.
Managed payroll data entry and processing for 20 employees to comply with predetermined
company guidelines
Bookkeeper & Receptionist
Vuka Truck & Bus Parts
Newcastle
02.2014 - 02.2017
- Coordinated and maintained office organization to keep facilities efficient, organized and professional
- Sorted, opened and routed incoming correspondence and deliveries to help senior leaders respond quickly to business and customer requirements
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current
- Created welcoming environment for customer by greeting and assisting, as well as quickly responding to customer inquiries and needs
- Handling of Switchboard, Filing & General Administration duties
- Creditors & Recon of Creditors Accounts
- Preparing all payments into a schedule for manager's attention
- Handling Debtor and Creditors Queries, Recon of Bank Statement
- Debt Collection and Establishing Debtor References
- Compiling information to be sent to accountant for taxation purposes
- Capturing Debtors on IQ2000 to accurately manage over 100 accounts worth over R500 000
- Using system for daily receipt capturing and processing monthly statements
- Implemented method of processing company accounts from manual to automated system thus increasing efficiency by 50% and minimizing room for errors
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents
Education
Sage Business Cloud Payroll Practitioner -
Sage University
09.2023
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management
UNISA
10.2014
Grade 12 -
St. Oswalds Secondary School
Newcastle11.2009
Certification
- Finance, Accounting, Tax & Bookkeeping - BizFacility - June 2024 (SAIT accredited)
- Certified Quickbooks Proadvisor, Intuit Quickbooks - Dec 2023
- Xero Advisor Certified, Xero- Nov 2023
- Sage Business Cloud Payroll Practitioner, Sage University - Sep 2023
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Google - August 2024
- Data Analysis Essentials, Cisco - May 2024
- Google Workspace Specialization, Google - March 2024
Languages
English
Afrikaans
French
Hobbies & Interests
Avid reader
Independent Annique Consultant
Cooking and Baking
Health and Fitness
References
1. Mohammed Faizel Parak
(Manager- Vuka Truck & Bus Part)
084 609 2611
2. Shane Singh
(Manager-Vryheid VW)
0835644904
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