Luyanda Funda
Professional Accountant (SA)|Tax Practitioner (SA)|Independent Reviewer (SA)|Aspiring CGMA
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated professional accountant with 9+ years of experience in accounting, taxation, and business advisory. Demonstrates proven leadership abilities and a strong background in various competencies such as bookkeeping, accounting, IFRS/IFRS for SMEs, financial statement preparation, examination of public school financial statements, independent reviews, management reports, tax planning and preparation, farming taxation, forecasting and budgeting, financial statement analysis, and secretarial duties. Proficient in a wide range of software including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Pastel Partner, Sage One Online, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, Xero Accounting Software, Intercode Payroll, Sage Pastel Payroll, Sage One Payroll, Sage Payroll Professional, Draftworx, and Draftworx Cloud.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Accountant
Mabona Civils and Plant Hire CC
10.2020 - Current
- Preparing monthly management accounts
- Project costing and cash flow projections
- Managing cashflows and processing payments on Netcash
- Submitting monthly returns (VAT201 returns, EMP201 returns, BCCEI etc.)
- Submission of COIDA, EMP501 returns, annual returns etc.
- Preparing reconciliations
- Handling SARS reviews/audits
- Liaising with SARS and other authorities
- Processing intergroup transactions
- Preparing financial statements
- Payroll processing and payments
- Supervision and training of junior staff members
- Managing a team of three
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Enhanced team productivity and knowledge by leading regular training sessions on accounting best practices and software updates.
- Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with external auditors, ensuring smooth and efficient audit process.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Any other ad hoc duties as requested by management
SAIPA Trainee Accountant and Assistant Office Manager
EG Accounting & Tax Solutions Inc
07.2015 - 09.2020
- Completion of all task necessary to gain sufficient exposure to the SAIPA Training Program competencies and related documentation over the period of traineeship to a SAIPA degree of expertise
- Bookkeeping and related services
- Drafting management accounts
- Stock taking and assets verification
- Payroll run for various clients
- Tax calculations, submissions of VAT201 and EMP201
- EMP501 reconciliation and submission
- Preparing annual working papers
- Drafting annual financial statements
- Drafting SARS letters and for other authorities
- Handling VAT review and employees tax review
- Cashups and reconciliations
- Secretarial duties
- Liaising with clients and other authorities
- Supervision and training of junior employees
- Any other ad hoc duties as required by management
Academic Tutor
Durban University of Technology
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Covering tutorials with first and second year students
- Helping first and second year students with revision for tests and exams
- Liaising with lecturers on work to be covered
- Empowered students to take ownership of their learning process, setting goals and tracking progress towards those objectives.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
Examination Assistant
KZN DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
11.2013 - 12.2013
- Sorting and packing scripts
- Movement of scripts within the marking centre
- Checking scripts for errors in marking
- Adhoc duties assigned by the Administrative Manager at the marking centre
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Taxation
University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
Durban, South AfricaPost Graduate Diploma: Professional Accountant in Practice -
South African Institute of Professional Accountant
03.2016 - 03.2019
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Sciences - CTA stream
University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
Durban, South Africa 01.2016 - 20171
National Diploma - Accounting
Durban University of Technology
Durban, South Africa 01.2012 - 20141
National Senior Certificate -
Carl Malcomess Senior Secondary School
Kokstad, South Africa 01.2010 - 20101
Skills
Financial reporting
Financial analysis
Accounting and bookkeeping
Cash flow analysis
Tax preparation
Audit support
Payroll administration
Financial statements
Internal controls
IFRS/IFRS for SME's
Microsoft office
Account reconciliation
Certification
Professional Tax Practitioner (SA)
Awards
Top Matric Student Award
References
Available on request
Timeline
Independent Reviewer (SA)
03-2021
Professional Tax Practitioner (SA)
10-2020
Professional Accountant (SA)
10-2020
Accountant
Mabona Civils and Plant Hire CC
10.2020 - Current
Post Graduate Diploma: Professional Accountant in Practice -
South African Institute of Professional Accountant
03.2016 - 03.2019
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Sciences - CTA stream
University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
01.2016 - 20171
SAIPA Trainee Accountant and Assistant Office Manager
EG Accounting & Tax Solutions Inc
07.2015 - 09.2020
Academic Tutor
Durban University of Technology
03.2014 - 02.2015
Examination Assistant
KZN DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
11.2013 - 12.2013
National Diploma - Accounting
Durban University of Technology
01.2012 - 20141
National Senior Certificate -
Carl Malcomess Senior Secondary School
01.2010 - 20101
Postgraduate Diploma - Taxation
University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika