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Macyla Hood

Macyla Hood

Honours Student
Pretoria

Summary

Results-driven and detail-oriented graduate with a BCom in Economics and pursuing an Honours in Business and Financial Analytics. Skilled in applying data-driven approaches, machine learning, and statistical techniques to financial and economic problems. My Honours research focuses on nowcasting South Africa’s GDP using machine learning models, reflecting my strong interest in predictive analytics and economic forecasting. Proficient in data analysis, financial modeling, and business intelligence, with proven abilities in data wrangling, coding (Python, R), and clear communication. Eager to contribute to data-centric teams within the financial services, banking, or business intelligence sectors. My dedication, work ethic, and commitment to excellence are reflected in my academic record. I am particularly enthusiastic about the insights that data analysis can uncover and the value it can bring to decision-making.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Business Management and Economics Tutor

University Of The Free State
06.2024 - Current

The preparation of various questions for the business management and economics course material.

Conducting tutorials and Q&A sessions with students.

Marking tests

Mathematics and Statistics Tutor

Isabel Beukes Wiskunde En Wetenskap Sentrum
08.2022 - 09.2024

High school Mathematics and first year University Statistics tutor

Accountant Assistant

E Oosthuizen Professional Accountants SA
12.2019 - 06.2021

Capturing and processing transactions and appropriate data for companies' accounting purposes and personal finance purposes. Assisting the head accountant with admin tasks and other basic office duties

Responsibilities:

  • Personal and Company Income Tax filing
  • Capturing Bank Statements with Sage
  • Allocating transactions with Sage
  • Capturing Invoices with Sage
  • Allocating Payments and Invoices with Sage
  • Capturing PAYE with Sage Payroll
  • Filing out EMP 201 forms

Education

Associate of Science - Finance

Hochshule Shcmalkalden
Schmalkalden
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Business And Financial Analytics

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Microsoft Literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Data analysis

R studio

Python

Eviews

Communication

Ability to work in a group

Deadline adherence

Accomplishments

  • Golden Key Honor Society
  • Erasmus Grant received to participate in an exchange semester in Germany

References

Elri Oosthuizen

Accountant, EOPA


Phone: +27 726027847

Email: info@eopa.co.za



Isabel Beukes

Business owner


Phone: +27 64764196

Email: isabelbeukeswiskundesentrum@gmail.com

Timeline

Business Management and Economics Tutor

University Of The Free State
06.2024 - Current

Mathematics and Statistics Tutor

Isabel Beukes Wiskunde En Wetenskap Sentrum
08.2022 - 09.2024

Accountant Assistant

E Oosthuizen Professional Accountants SA
12.2019 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Finance

Hochshule Shcmalkalden
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Business And Financial Analytics

University of The Free State
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of The Free State
04.2001 -
Macyla HoodHonours Student