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Londiwe Mlotshwa

Senior Financial Controller
Pietermaritzburg

Summary

  • Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Ekuseni Investment Holdings, excelling in cash flow management and financial projections. Proven track record in reducing operating expenses and enhancing profitability through strategic cost-saving initiatives. Adept at mentoring teams and ensuring tax compliance, driving organizational success through insightful financial analysis and effective communication.
  • Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure any financial position as my knowledge is very vast. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Finance Officer

Ekuseni Investment Holdings
Pietermaritzburg
08.2018 - Current
  • Reduced operating expenses by conducting thorough expense analysis and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
  • Supported senior management in strategic planning by providing insightful financial analysis and industry benchmarking data.
  • Managed budget preparation process for multiple departments, ensuring timely submission and alignment with corporate goals.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential areas of concern and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Ensured accurate revenue forecasting by analyzing historical trends, market conditions, pricing strategy adjustments.
  • Enhanced cash flow management by implementing efficient accounts receivable and payable practices.
  • Implemented new financial systems that streamlined data processing and reduced manual errors.
  • Mentored junior finance staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the department.
  • Improved profitability by driving cost reduction initiatives such as renegotiating vendor contracts and implementing inventory control measures.
  • Provided leadership in finance department restructuring, resulting in increased efficiency and improved employee morale.
  • Facilitated implementation of new accounting software, leading training sessions and assisting users with troubleshooting issues as needed.
  • Developed comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision-making and drive company growth.
  • Collaborated closely with external auditors during annual audit process, addressing issues promptly and maintaining strong working relationships.
  • Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
  • Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Prepare Monthly Payroll using VIP Payroll
  • Processing all financial Records using Pastel Accounting & SAP Business Network

Senior Bookkeeper

Oro Management
Pietermaritzburg
02.2017 - 07.2018
  • Managed payroll processing and ensured accurate tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and employee reimbursements were applied.
  • . Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on relevant tax laws, filing deadlines, and reporting requirements.
  • Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable & business expense processing.
  • Complied with local laws and requirements.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Supported budget preparation and monitoring efforts, providing accurate financial data to inform decisionmaking.
  • Maintained general ledger by transferring subsidiary account summaries.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for management review, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement.
  • Maintained accurate historical records.
  • . Identified cost-saving opportunities through rigorous analysis of expenditure data across various departments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop financial forecasts, contributing to the company''s strategic planning initiatives.
  • Assisted in audit preparations by gathering required documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough monthly reconciliations of bank statements, credit card transactions, and expense reports.
  • . Facilitated accurate expense tracking by coding invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts and allocating costs across multiple projects.
  • Optimized cash management processes with regular cash flow forecasting analyses based on historical trends and future projections.
  • Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing, collections follow-ups, and vendor payment scheduling.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.

Creditors Controller

Summerhill Stud
Mooi River
05.2016 - 12.2017
  • Implemented cost-saving measures .
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
  • Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
  • Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
  • Used Pastel Accountingand Equisoft to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making.

Accounts Officer

Thubalethu Architects Cc
Pietermaritzburg
03.2013 - 04.2016
  • Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
  • Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
  • Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
  • Developed strong relationships with external partners such as banks and vendors to facilitate smooth transaction processing on behalf of the company.
  • Supported month-end closing process by preparing comprehensive journal entries and adjusting balances as necessary.
  • Maintained accurate financial records, contributing to company growth by enabling informed decisionmaking.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
  • Improved financial accuracy by streamlining accounts payable and receivable processes.
  • Prepared detailed financial reports for senior management review, highlighting key performance indicators and trends impacting business health.
  • Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
  • Assisted in budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring expenses to ensure adherence to fiscal guidelines and goals.
  • Managed tax preparation efforts, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while minimizing liability exposure.
  • Managed all accounting needs and account updates for Perform monthly creditors reconciliations
     Ensure that invoices are processed
     Maintain creditors files
     Submit EMP201 & VAT 201
     Process Monthly Cashbook
     Capture all Financial transactions
     Process electronic banking transaction
     Clear suspense account by re-allocation to the correct accounts
     Process journals
     Monthly Reports ( Management Accounts )
     Creditors Ledger & Reconciliations
     Process travel Claims.
     Petty Cash
     Knowledge of Pastel & SAP.

Education

No Degree - Cost And Management Accounting

CBM
Durban
05.2025 - 05.2025

High School Diploma -

Mpophomeni High School
Howick, South Africa
01.2015 - 12.2025

Skills

Bank reconciliation

Foreign exchange management

Accounts receivable management

Payroll administration

Cash flow management

Credit analysis

Financial training

Internal controls

Tax compliance

Pension fund management

Financial projections

Debt management

Financial software proficiency

Accounts payable management

Timeline

No Degree - Cost And Management Accounting

CBM
05.2025 - 05.2025

Senior Finance Officer

Ekuseni Investment Holdings
08.2018 - Current

Senior Bookkeeper

Oro Management
02.2017 - 07.2018

Creditors Controller

Summerhill Stud
05.2016 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Mpophomeni High School
01.2015 - 12.2025

Accounts Officer

Thubalethu Architects Cc
03.2013 - 04.2016

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