Louise Norah Waddicor
Cape Town
Summary
Skilled financial management professional equipped to plan budgets, control expenditure and manage team operations. Focused on continuous improvement and strict compliance. Analytical in resolving problems and enhancing systems.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Manager
The Royal Portfolio
Cape Town
03.2025 - Current
- Business Partnered with The Silo Hotel to align financial strategies with business objectives
- Managed inventory across all properties in South Africa to optimise resource allocation and support operational efficiency
Financial Manager
The Silo Hotel
Cape Town
08.2017 - 02.2025
- Managed full trial balance, producing financial reports for top management to inform strategic decision-making.
- Managed inventory control systems, reducing wastage and optimising asset utilisation for enhanced profitability.
- Budget preparation and management, closely monitoring expenditures to maintain financial health.
- Led a team of finance professionals, fostering a productive environment and encouraging continuous professional development.
- Coordinated external audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and facilitating transparent financial practices.
- Consulted with managers and General Manager to understand financial situation.
- Contributed financial expertise in strategic meetings, aligning financial strategies with organisational goals and initiatives.
- Arranged and processed accurate and on-time VAT returns to SARS.
Assistant Financial Manager
The Cape Grace
07.2007 - 01.2017
- Prepared detailed financial reporting to support business objectives.
- Prepared detailed balance sheet reconciliations.
- Monitored expenses, income, budgets and petty cash records and acted upon errors.
- Oversaw month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
- Executed year-end audits, working with external auditors to confirm clean financial audits and implementing any improvement suggestions promptly.
- Helped managers set budgets based on forecasts and available resources.
- Evaluated finances to assess budget and controls and identify areas for improvement.
- Prepared and submitted VAT201 to SARS.
Accounts Payable
Rutherford Joinery
10.2005 - 06.2007
- Managed invoice processing, reconciled supplier accounts to statements and prepared supplier accounts for timely payment.
- Prepared supplier cheques for payment.
- Identified discrepancies and implemented corrective actions.
- Managed the petty cash function for emergency purchases.
- Coordinated daily schedules for company driver to ensure timely transportation of staff and materials.
Administration Clerk
Global Parcel Solutions
04.2002 - 05.2004
- Organised and maintained files, records, and correspondence for streamlined retrieval and compliance.
- Delivered customer service by addressing queries and assisting visitors, enhancing overall visitor experience.
- Facilitated office operations through execution of ad-hoc clerical duties, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Proofread and corrected different types of documentation.
- Safeguarded sensitive and confidential data in compliance with security best practices.
- Calculated courier costs for parcel transportation
- Processed waybills and forwarded statements to account holders, contributing to timely payment management.
Administrator
Aerial Solutions (London)
02.1999 - 12.2001
- Compiled quotations for satellite and aerial installations in Greater London to support project planning.
- Scheduled engineers for client installations to ensure timely service delivery.
- Performed ad hoc administration duties to maintain operational efficiency.
Customer Services Manager
Crosscape Express
03.1995 - 02.1997
- Led Customer Services Department for Western Cape Division, enhancing customer satisfaction and service delivery.
- Managed specialised distribution centres for prestigious customers throughout the Western Cape.
- Maintained an in-depth understanding of company products and services, providing accurate information to customers and team members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline service processes, enhancing efficiency and customer experience.
Education
National Higher Diploma - Personnel Management
Cape Technikon
Cape Town01-1994
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Budget development
- Balance sheet review
- Data interpretation
- Performance monitoring
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team management, leadership and mentoring
References
- Luis Pinheiro - The Silo Hotel (021-671 0500 / 083 678 6445)
- Jonathan Brenner - The Cape Grace (084 447 1772)
- Chris Penn - Global Parcel Solutions (+44 7723 312875)
Accomplishments
- Fedhasa Hospitality Winner: Financial Professional of the Year 2026
Timeline
Financial Manager
The Royal Portfolio
03.2025 - Current
Financial Manager
The Silo Hotel
08.2017 - 02.2025
Assistant Financial Manager
The Cape Grace
07.2007 - 01.2017
Accounts Payable
Rutherford Joinery
10.2005 - 06.2007
Administration Clerk
Global Parcel Solutions
04.2002 - 05.2004
Administrator
Aerial Solutions (London)
02.1999 - 12.2001
Customer Services Manager
Crosscape Express
03.1995 - 02.1997
National Higher Diploma - Personnel Management
Cape Technikon