Jonathan Nkosilathi Dhlomo
Accountant
Johannesburg
Summary
A CIMA part qualified Management Accountant (Certificate Level) with the ability to interpret financial data and produce insightful reports. Key strengths include extensive experience of all bookkeeping activities as well as producing monthly management accounts and ad-hoc reports and advanced Excel skills that enhance reporting capability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Jacana Media Pty Ltd (South Africa)
Johannesburg South Africa
3 2016 - Current
- Royalties' administration and contracts management,
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Managed relationships with external auditors effectively ensuring positive outcomes during annual audits.
- Managed tax compliance tasks, filing accurate returns on time to avoid penalties or interest charges.
- Simplified financial data presentation to non-financial colleagues, facilitating informed decision-making throughout the organization.
- Assisted in annual audit preparations, ensuring a smooth process with no major discrepancies found.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for new projects, supporting strategic growth initiatives.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Accounts Assistant
Jacana Media Pty Ltd. (South Africa)
Johannesburg South Africa
09.2013 - 02.2016
- Maintained an organized filing system for easy access to financial documents, improving overall efficiency.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and timely payments to vendors.
- Supported the accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
- Contributed to budget planning processes by providing detailed expense analysis and forecasting information.
- Provided excellent customer service while handling various billing inquiries from clients, fostering strong client relationships.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial reports for senior management decision making.
- Improved cash flow management by monitoring accounts receivable and following up on overdue invoices.
Trainee Accountant
Coastal Accounting Chartered Accountants (SA)
Port Shepstone, South Africa
06.2012 - 08.2013
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information, adhering to company policies and professional ethics standards.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately preparing tax returns and submitting them within deadlines.
- Consistently met deadlines for assigned tasks, contributing to overall efficiency within the accounting department.
- Reduced errors in data entry by maintaining attention to detail when recording transactions in accounting software.
- Participated in cross-functional projects, offering financial insights and collaborating with colleagues to achieve desired outcomes.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in industry seminars, workshops, and training sessions.
- Extracted and manipulated data using caseware system.
Personal Banker
Kingdom Bank Victoria Falls Branch
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
09.2008 - 04.2011
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for enhancing client satisfaction, implementing improvements accordingly.
- Increased new account acquisitions through effective cross-selling of bank products and services.
- Balanced cash drawers and vault accounts on daily basis with zero discrepancies.
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
- Processed customer requests for statements, ordering additional checks, and updating customer personal information in database.
- Facilitated financial literacy workshops for local community members, promoting responsible money management habits and fostering goodwill toward the bank.
- Reduced customer wait times by efficiently managing the queue and addressing client concerns promptly.
- Managed a portfolio of high-net-worth clients, ensuring their financial needs were met and exceeded.
- Managed risk exposure by closely monitoring account activity and taking appropriate action when necessary, safeguarding both clients'' and bank''s interests.
Back Office Clerk
CFX Bank
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
06.2008 - 09.2008
- Processed payroll accurately and punctually, ensuring that employees were paid on time without discrepancies.
- Expedited invoice approvals by consistently following up with appropriate personnel for timely signoffs.
- Coordinated closely with front-office personnel to ensure seamless flow of information between departments, facilitating effective collaboration on mutual goals.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Handled sensitive customer data with strict adherence to privacy regulations and company policies, maintaining trust and confidentiality in all interactions.
- Streamlined back office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and document management processes.
Assistant Accountant
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority
Harare, Zimbabwe
02.2006 - 06.2008
- Tourism levy compliance audits and education of tour operators,
- Reconciled bank statements monthly, identifying discrepancies for prompt resolution.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by assisting with the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Composed business correspondence and official documents to assist tour operators.
- Contributed to audit preparations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
- Reduced outstanding levy remittances balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
Assistant Accountant
Ministry of Lands, Agriculture and Rural Resettlement. Government of Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2003 - 02.2006
- Receipting and banking of all government taxes and levies,
- Processing staff travel advances and acquittals,
- Capturing of all invoices due for payment,
- SAP Bank reconciliation,
- Creating new vendors on SAP,
- Management accounts for donor revolving fund projects,
- Processing cheques and eft payments on the SAP system
Education
Higher National Diploma In Accountancy - Accounting
Harare Polytechnic
Harare, Zimbabwe 01.2005 -
Skills
- Statutory Reporting
- Cash Flow analysis
- Budget Analysis
- Tax Return Filing
References
- Ms Asanda Ndlovu, Jacana Media Pty Ltd, +27 83 764 9659, asanda@jacana.co.za
- Mrs Leigh-Ann Harris, Jacana Media Pty Ltd, +27 82 926 5508, Leighharris09@gmail.com
- Mr James Chidzekete, Zimbabwe Tourism Authority, +263 242 758712/4, +263 71 232 1890, james@ztazim.co.za
- Mr Addington Mudzinganyama, Ministry of Agriculture, +263 242 797410, +263 71 223 6548, addmudzinganyama@gmail.com
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Jacana Media Pty Ltd. (South Africa)
09.2013 - 02.2016
Trainee Accountant
Coastal Accounting Chartered Accountants (SA)
06.2012 - 08.2013
Personal Banker
Kingdom Bank Victoria Falls Branch
09.2008 - 04.2011
Back Office Clerk
CFX Bank
06.2008 - 09.2008
Assistant Accountant
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority
02.2006 - 06.2008
Higher National Diploma In Accountancy - Accounting
Harare Polytechnic
01.2005 -
Assistant Accountant
Ministry of Lands, Agriculture and Rural Resettlement. Government of Zimbabwe
01.2003 - 02.2006
Accountant
Jacana Media Pty Ltd (South Africa)
3 2016 - Current