SAP ERP
Lynville Matthyse
Assistant Cost Accountant/Bookkeeper/AP Supervisor
Darling
Summary
Results-driven accounting professional with extensive expertise in payments administration, cash flow management, and comprehensive control of debtors and creditors. Proficient in maintaining accurate financial records and robust internal controls while reconciling complex accounts to support operational and financial teams effectively. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under high-pressure conditions. Committed to delivering precise financial insights that drive strategic decision-making and enhance overall business performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Assistant Cost Accountant (Promoted Internally)
Atlantis Foods
09.2017 - Current
- Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and analyse data on production costs, labour, materials, and overhead.
- Reporting: Prepare cost reports, variance analyses
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in developing annual budgets and financial plans, focusing on cost elements.
- Process Costing: Maintain and manage accurate product costing structures and costings for all manufactured Fish products.
- Month-End Close: Support closing activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Operational Support: Work with operations to understand costs, track expenses, and support cost reduction initiatives.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to accounting standards, policies, and internal controls.
- Administrative Tasks: Process invoices, manage accounts payable/receivable, and handle general ledger entries.
Bookkeeper (Part-Time)
Sonstraal Creche
02.2012 - Current
- Record Transactions: Accurately log all financial activities, including sales, purchases, and payments.
- Accounts payable/Receivable: Manage invoices, bill payments, and school fee payments
- Bank Reconciliation: Match bank statements with company records to identify discrepancies.
- Payroll Processing: Handle employee salaries and related tax deductions.
- Financial Reporting: Generate essential reports like income statements and balance sheets for management.
- Data Entry: Input financial data into accounting software (Excel).
- Document Management: Maintain organized files for financial records and receipts.
- Budgeting& Forecasting: Prepare annual budgets
Accounts Payable Supervisor (Promoted Internally)
Atlantis Foods
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Team Leadership & Development : Supervise, train, mentor, and develop AP staff, handling hiring, performance reviews, and workflow direction. Ensure staff understands and follows company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
- Process Management : Oversee daily invoice processing, payment runs, and statement reconciliations. Implement and maintain AP software, analyse workflows for efficiency, and resolve complex data entry or payment issues. Ensure proper coding, documentation, and adherence to spending limits.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Relations : Manage vendor accounts, resolve escalated issues, and build strong relationships. Serve as a point of contact for internal departments (Procurement, Finance) and external vendors.
- Reporting & Compliance : Prepare and present AP metrics, aging reports, and spending analyses to management. Ensure compliance with tax laws
Creditors & Costing Clerk
Atlantis Foods
07.2014 - 04.2016
- Managed creditor processing, journals, bank recons, and vendor data
- Prepared audit documentation and ensured VAT compliance
- Oversaw stock reconciliations and daily production reporting
Bookkeeper
JP Accounting Services
02.2014 - 06.2014
- Books to trial balance, statutory returns, journals, and cashbook
- Debtor/creditor reconciliations
- Financial statement preparation
Education
National Higher Certificate - Accountancy
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa01.2008
Skills
Software
Pastel Evolution
Innova Marel
MS Office Suite
Sage
Timeline
Assistant Cost Accountant (Promoted Internally)
Atlantis Foods
09.2017 - Current
Accounts Payable Supervisor (Promoted Internally)
Atlantis Foods
05.2016 - 08.2017
Creditors & Costing Clerk
Atlantis Foods
07.2014 - 04.2016
Bookkeeper
JP Accounting Services
02.2014 - 06.2014
Bookkeeper (Part-Time)
Sonstraal Creche
02.2012 - Current
National Higher Certificate - Accountancy
Cape Peninsula University of Technology