MBA computer systems
Lillian Mather
Bookkeeper
Pennington
Summary
With a proven track record at Diesel-Electric Rand, I excel in enhancing financial accuracy and client trust through expert bank reconciliation and exceptional customer relations. My adeptness in SAP and fostering teamwork has significantly contributed to departmental efficiency, embodying a commitment to precision and collaborative success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Bookkeeper
Diesel-Electric Rand Pty Ltd
07.1995 - 02.2024
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Adopted a proactive approach to accounts receivable collections by consistently monitoring customer payment history and making timely adjustments to credit terms.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client concerns regarding invoicing or payment issues, fostering positive relationships built on trust and professionalism.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial reports, providing crucial data for decision-making by management.
- Trained junior staff members in proper bookkeeping procedures, contributing to greater efficiency within the department overall.
- Maintained manual file system to store hard copies.
- Enhanced accuracy in financial reporting by promptly addressing discrepancies and adjusting journal entries accordingly.
- Reduced invoice discrepancies for timely vendor payments through meticulous reconciliation efforts.
- Supported year-end closing procedures, assisting in the preparation of financial statements for external audits.
- Developed detailed income, expenses and other reports.
- Contributed to improved department efficiency by cross-training in additional accounting functions as needed.
- Read, understood and followed through on verbal and written directions.
Credit Controller
Diesel-Electric Rand
01.1992 - 07.1995
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve billing errors, ensuring timely payment from clients.
- Reached out to customers to check on payments and convey options.
- Obtained payments and entered details into system.
- Reviewed customer accounts for compliance with repayment obligations.
- Performed checks of customer creditworthiness and current situations.
- Supported sales teams by providing accurate credit information for new and existing customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Krugersdorp High School
Krugersdorp, South Africa12.1979
Skills
Bank Reconciliation
Journal Entries
Accounts Payable Software
Purchase Order Management
Audit Support
Invoice Processing
Payment Scheduling
Internal Controls
Tax Compliance
Fixed Asset Accounting
Accounting and bookkeeping
MS Office expert
Customer Relations
Audit preparation
General Ledger Entries
Accounts Receivable
Financial Reporting
Bank Statement Reconciliation
Financial Recordkeeping
Tax Preparation
Accounts Payable
General Ledger Management
Bookkeeping
Account Reconciliation
Statutory Reporting
Accounts payable specialist
SAP
Record preparation
Superior attention to detail
Teamwork and Collaboration
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Software
Microsoft office
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Hiking
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceWork from home optionFlexible work hoursTimeline
Accounts Payable Bookkeeper
Diesel-Electric Rand Pty Ltd
07.1995 - 02.2024
Credit Controller
Diesel-Electric Rand
01.1992 - 07.1995
High School Diploma -
Krugersdorp High School