MANDISA LIHLE LIHLE GAZU
Johannesburg
Summary
Experienced finance Professional with background in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance across diverse industries. Achieved accurate financial insights through advanced accounting software and meticulous reconciliation processes. Focused on driving organisational growth through strong financial management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
BOOKKEEPER
MILA MODERN GREEK
03.2025 - Current
- Reconciled bank statements, identified discrepancies, and rectified errors to ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable, executing timely collections and payments to maintain healthy cash flow.
- Processed weekly creditors' invoices and managed payments to accounts payable for food, beverage, and utilities, ensuring timely settlement and maintaining supplier relationships.
- Tracked cost of goods sold and labour costs to provide accurate prime cost metrics for financial analysis and decision-making.
- Loaded bank batch payments for front-of-house and back-of-house payroll processing.
- Verified daily point-of-sale sales reports against cash drops, card batches, and bank deposits.
SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER
ACFS EDUCATION COMMUNITY
Johannesburg
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reports, highlighting key metrics and trends for senior management review.
- Oversaw daily financial administration processes, ensuring adherence to established procedures.
- Coordinated with executive director and senior manager for annual budgeting.
- Controlled expenses and allocated financial resources to meet budget targets.
- Prepared VAT201 for submission, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
- Performed monthly reconciliations between intercompany accounts to ensure accuracy.
- Reconciled the cashbook daily and keep cash records consistent.
- Monitored all bank deposits and payments daily with routine checks.
- Load payments to bank for approval and release.
- Worked hands on during annual audit periods and coordinate evidence access.
- Supported office day-to-day activities and respond to internal queries.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
FLYFOFA AVIATION TRAINING & AIRWAYS
Pretoria
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Monthly Financial reporting of the business unit using SAGE Pastel.
- Verified financial transactions recorded accurately to comply with financial reporting standards.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments to maintain cash flow.
- Managed daily operations of finance department to ensure efficiency and compliance.
- Preparing reconciliation for all completed project and tenders.
- Balancing figures on Book-a-Flight internal system with SAGE records.
- Daily processing of bank transactions using SAGE linked to 3 main banks.
- Prepare monthly payroll sheet for flight instructors.
- Prepared monthly expense report for timely payment and distribution of customer statements.
- Established procedures and controls ensuring staff compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and budget targets.
- Preparing quotes for new students and various funding institutions.
FINANCE OFFICER
ADVANNOTECH PTY
Pretoria
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained accurate general ledger records and performed account reconciliations to ensure financial integrity and compliance.
- Monitored revenue and expenses, investigating and resolving variances to support informed decision-making and financial accuracy.
- Prepared operational budgets by analysing historical financial data and projected expenditure to align financial planning with organisational goals.
- Ensured accurate coding, filing, and compliance of all financial documentation.
BOOKKEEPER
LEAD BUSINESS ACCOUNTING SERVICES
Durban
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Captured and reconciled supplier and customer invoices and accounts to ensure accurate financial records
- Reconciled client bank statements and payrolls, submitting payrolls to outsourced specialists for timely processing
- Assisted with VAT reconciliation, e-filing, and PAYE and UIF reconciliation to maintain compliance
- Bi-Weekly Client site/office visits for updates and queries
JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTS CLERK
BALLOON AND PRINTING MANUFACTURES
Durban
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed creditors and debtors, ensuring timely reconciliations, remittances, and follow-ups to support cash flow
- Performed daily bank and petty cash reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
- Prepared payroll, maintained employee attendance and leave records, and processed bi-weekly wages accurately.
- Assisted with stock audits and ensured compliance with internal financial controls to uphold financial integrity.
Education
ADVANCE DIPLOMA - ACCOUNTING SCIENCE
UNISA
PRETORIA01-2027
NSC CERTIFICATE -
Ridge Park College
Durban, KZN01-2015
NATIONAL DIPLOMA - Accounting
DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Durban, KZN01-2018
Skills
- Accounts, bank and intercompany reconciliations
- Financial reporting analysis
- Cash management and funds transfers
- Journal processing and general ledger maintenance
- Advanced in Accounting Software – XERO, ERP systems, SAGE Package, SAP
- Compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Accounts management
- Excel and Office proficiency
- Procurement and asset management
- Detail-oriented
- Analytical problem-solving
- Time management skills
- Team player & work well Independently
Additional
- Driving License – Code C1
- Xero Certified Advisor Certificate
Timeline
BOOKKEEPER
MILA MODERN GREEK
03.2025 - Current
SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER
ACFS EDUCATION COMMUNITY
04.2024 - 02.2025
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
FLYFOFA AVIATION TRAINING & AIRWAYS
03.2022 - 02.2024
FINANCE OFFICER
ADVANNOTECH PTY
09.2021 - 02.2022
BOOKKEEPER
LEAD BUSINESS ACCOUNTING SERVICES
01.2021 - 07.2021
JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTS CLERK
BALLOON AND PRINTING MANUFACTURES
03.2019 - 12.2020
ADVANCE DIPLOMA - ACCOUNTING SCIENCE
UNISA
NSC CERTIFICATE -
Ridge Park College
NATIONAL DIPLOMA - Accounting
DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY