Kamanth Bharath
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
Professional with history of driving team success and achieving organizational goals. Proven ability to streamline processes and implement strategic initiatives that enhance productivity. Known for collaborative leadership, adaptability, and focus on results. Key strengths include strategic planning and effective team management.
Knowledgeable Assistant Director with solid foundation in managing projects and coordinating teams to ensure successful outcomes. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and implementing strategic improvements. Demonstrated organizational skills, with focus on effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Department of Economic Development, Tourism
06.2016 - Current
- Implemented data-driven strategies for continuous improvement of instruction and department alignment.
- Managed department budget to ensure adequate resources for staff development and instructional materials.
- Streamlined report generation processes, improving accessibility to critical business insights for decision-making.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to achieve strategic objectives
- Increased operational efficiency, reviewing and optimizing departmental workflows.
- Identified issues regarding delayed or incomplete revenue transaction and followed through to resolution to ensure revenue enhancement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Analyzed complex financial data sets to identify trends or anomalies requiring further investigation or remediation efforts.
- Participated in system implementation projects, ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Boosted operational transparency by creating comprehensive reports on reconciliation activities for management review.
Infrastructure Asset Analyst
UMgungundlovu District Municipality
02.2012 - 05.2016
- Contributed to maintaining a high level of regulatory compliance through rigorous adherence to industry standards and guidelines pertaining to financial reporting requirements.
- Achieved consistent positive results by developing strong relationships with brokers and other industry professionals.
- Delivered timely insights on market trends, enabling proactive adjustments to the firm''s investment strategies.
- Contributed to financial planning initiatives by participating in the development of long-term forecasts related to capital expenditures and depreciation expenses.
- Managed disposal process for obsolete or excess assets, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and recording in the fixed asset register.
- Facilitated compliance with tax regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws related to fixed assets accounting.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure proper capitalization of new projects and assets according to GAAP guidelines.
- Maintained an organized filing system for all fixed asset-related documents, allowing for easy retrieval during audits or internal reviews.
- Increased transparency in asset management processes by training departmental staff on proper handling of capital expenditures requests and approvals.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping by updating the fixed asset register with changes in cost, accumulated depreciation, net book value, and useful life estimates as needed.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling fixed asset subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger on a monthly basis.
Trainee Accountant
G C Ford and Company
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Consistently met deadlines for assigned tasks, contributing to overall efficiency within the accounting department.
- Contributed to timely completion of financial audits by compiling necessary documentation and providing accurate information.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information, adhering to company policies and professional ethics standards.
- Reduced errors in data entry by maintaining attention to detail when recording transactions in accounting software.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in industry seminars, workshops, and training sessions.
- Prepared straightforward tax returns and explained expected refund or income tax liability and due date for payment.
- Assisted in transition to new accounting software, minimizing disruptions in client services.
- Assisted with the implementation of new accounting systems or software upgrades as required for continued business growth.
- Conducted detailed financial audits for small and medium-sized enterprises, identifying areas for cost reduction.
Education
Post Grad Diploma in Public Health - Healthcare
09-2026
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Auditing And Tax
04-2010
Skills
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Business administration
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Task delegation
Timeline
Assistant Director - Department of Economic Development, Tourism
06.2016 - Current
Infrastructure Asset Analyst - UMgungundlovu District Municipality
02.2012 - 05.2016
Trainee Accountant - G C Ford and Company
01.2009 - 01.2012
University of Pretoria - Post Grad Diploma in Public Health, Healthcare
University of Kwa Zulu Natal - Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting, Auditing And Tax
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