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Lorinda Steyn

Assistant Manager: Finance
Bloemfontein,Free State

Summary

Disciplined and persistent professional accountant with over 8 years of professional experience. Eager to employ proven account's reconciliation and IT skills. In previous roles, improved in-house systems and working papers that led to more productive workflow.

I am a high energetic, goal-driven person characterized by innovative, adaptability and enthusiasm. Determined and disciplined with excellent communication and skills.

Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance.

Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements. Results-driven, experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting.

Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings.

Enthusiastic worker eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel.

Work History

Assistant Manager - Finance & Accounts

Clingroup Professional Services Trust
Bloemfontein, Free State
07.2016 - Current
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Supported financial manager with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Oversaw high-volume accounting operations with three-person team focused on efficient budget administration, AP/AR and other financial management needs.
  • Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Established and enforced internal controls, workflows and policies for tracking, reconciling and reporting on accounting activities.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Facilitate foreign bank transactions.

Audit Trainee

Core Bloemfontein (Pty) Ltd
Bloemfontein, Free State
01.2013 - 06.2016
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of tax codes, legislation and tax programs.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
  • Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
  • Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
  • Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Enhanced audit controls by improving planning and testing processes.
  • Assisted in office administration and client communication to help manage auditors' workload.
  • Prepared, analyzed and verified annual reports and financial statements to assess financial condition and facilitate financial planning.
  • Inspected cash on hand, notes receivable, and payable and negotiable securities to confirm accurate records.
  • Used Excel to create and manage budgets, balance sheets and other related financial statements.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Developed understanding of company audit methodology, approach and tools while working under supervision of licensed auditors.
  • Proofread audit and tax reports and year-end financial statements to verify accuracy.

Accounting Clerk

Profinsa Rekenmeersters
Bloemfontein, Free State
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
  • Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
  • Completed biweekly payroll for company personnel.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Managed expense, capitalization, amortization and spend data.
  • Completed financial reports to inform managers and stakeholders.
  • Managed accounting records and performed dues-ins and dues-outs tasks.
  • Reviewed and revised budgets to support spending.
  • Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Prepared reports for upper management detailing key financial metrics
  • Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
  • Tracked expenses and inventory purchases against budget guidelines.
  • Investigated and resolved internal accounting variances to keep records current.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation for financial department procedures to facilitate new employee training.
  • Balanced reports to submit for approval and verification.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Built and professionally developed highly competent team of accounting professionals.

Education

Baccalaureus in Accounting - Accounting

UNIVERSITY oF THE FREE STATE
01.2009 - 12.2012

Baccalaureus Commercii Honores in Taxation - Taxation

UNIVERSITY oF THE FREE STATE
01.2014 - 12.2014

SAIPA Professional Accountant (SA) -

SAIPA
01.2016 - Current

Matric

Hoërskool President Steyn
Bloemfontein
01.1996 - 12.2008

Skills

    Process implementation

Financial analysis and reporting

Strategic and financial planning

Staff Management

Budget forecasting

Relationship building and management

Excellent Communication

Timeline

Assistant Manager - Finance & Accounts

Clingroup Professional Services Trust
07.2016 - Current

SAIPA Professional Accountant (SA) -

SAIPA
01.2016 - Current

Baccalaureus Commercii Honores in Taxation - Taxation

UNIVERSITY oF THE FREE STATE
01.2014 - 12.2014

Audit Trainee

Core Bloemfontein (Pty) Ltd
01.2013 - 06.2016

Accounting Clerk

Profinsa Rekenmeersters
01.2012 - 12.2012

Baccalaureus in Accounting - Accounting

UNIVERSITY oF THE FREE STATE
01.2009 - 12.2012

Matric

Hoërskool President Steyn
01.1996 - 12.2008

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