Life Nkanyisa (Subsidiary of Life Health Care Group)
2 2023 - Current
Operational Leadership: Provide overall leadership and direction to the Life Nkanyisa Hospitals, ensuring that they align with the company's strategic objectives
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the CEO and other top management to develop and implement the organization's strategic plans and ensure that operational plans support these strategies
Resource Management: Efficiently allocate and manage resources, including budgets, personnel, and technology, to optimize operational performance and achieve financial targets
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains across various departments and functions, and lead initiatives to streamline operations
Performance Monitoring: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of operations and implement performance improvement measures as needed
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, including disaster recovery plans and business continuity measures
Vendor and Supplier Management: Oversee relationships with key vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and agreements to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply chains
Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control and assurance programs to ensure that products or services meet or exceed established quality standards
Customer Satisfaction: Foster a customer-centric approach, ensuring that operations meet customer expectations and contribute to high levels of customer satisfaction including other related stakeholders
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other executives and departments (such as Rehabilitation, HR, Nursing, Finance, Pharmacy, Engineering, and Procurement) to ensure that operational strategies align with broader organizational goals
Technology and Innovation: Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends and assess their potential impact on the organization's operations
Recommend relevant technologies to improve efficiency and competitiveness
Talent Management: Recruit, develop, and retain key talent within the Hospital Managers, ensuring that the team has the necessary skills and capabilities to execute operational strategies effectively
Hiring knowledgeable, experienced, corporate innovative, and entrepreneurial Hospital Managers
Communication: Foster effective communication within the operations team and across Life Nkanyisa to ensure that information flows smoothly
Compliance and Regulations: Ensure that the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to operations and business practices
Especially Mental Health Act
Emergency Response and Business Continuity: Develop and implement emergency response plans and business continuity strategies to address unforeseen disruptions to operations
Financial Management: Collaborate with our Finance Manager to manage operational budgets, track expenses, and optimize financial performance
Strategic Alliances and Partnerships: Identify and cultivate strategic alliances and partnerships that can enhance the organization's operational capabilities or market presence
Specifically, the Department of Health
CEO Reporting: Report regularly to the CEO and Manco team on the performance of the hospital operations and progress toward operational goals
Extensive traveling nationally for monitoring and evaluations, including engagements with key stakeholders
Negotiating tariff increases with the DoH and DsD, and development of SLA’s.
Identified staff requirements and worked with human resource department to initiate recruitment and training processes.
Manager Finance and Administration/ Business Manager
National Institute for Communicable Diseases
11.2019 - 01.2023
Implement and communicate all NICD and NHLS policies, systems, procedures, and internal controls to ensure the smooth operation of the NICD and compliance with audit requirements
This role is responsible for overseeing financial management, procurement, budgeting, and supervision of all administrative support services and operations (grants, fleet management, reception and facilities services, and projects and infrastructure)
Facilitate the development and implementation of branch business plans and budgets to ensure compliance with National Strategic requirements and objectives
Monitor, control, and report on financials, and actual performance of the NICD against the budget and provide advice to businesses where there are discrepancies
Approval of requisitions and purchase orders on Oracle System and ensure the correct allocation of expenses
Perform variance analysis and commentary, also advise on action plan for outliers
Approve journals to correct misallocated expenses before month-end close
Communicate with businesses about their financial performance and provide advice on their expense vs
Budget
Responsible for preparation of the NICD Opex, Capex, and Grants budget and the monitoring thereof, and advice on the financial performance vs
Organizational objectives
Grants Budgets
CDC, PEPFA, USAID, and other small funding, were managed and reported in line with their jurisdiction's requirement, including the unitization of their payment systems
Review, recommend, and report on capital expenditure for authorization by the Executive Director to ensure that expenditure remains within the allocated budget and is distributed equally between various business units in the NICD
Facilitate the implementation of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and contracts to ensure that the needs of customers and NICD business objectives are met as per these agreements
Action to be taken on non-compliance with these SLAs
Manage and oversee the overall financial systems of the NICD in accordance with the NHLS rules, policies, and procedures
Provide support and guidance for NICD grant-related financial management and the management of grants as a project
Manage and oversee the entire procurement function for the NICD in line with regulatory (GRAP, PFMA an etc..) requirements and business needs
Oversee the General Services of the NICD to support logistical business needs and improve overall efficiency of the NICD
Control cash flow management to ensure the availability of funds to meet obligations when they are due
Responsible for all financial internal and external audits for NICD including grantors audits from different funders
Engage in ad-hoc duties as allocated by Executive Director and overall business management and operations
I am a go-to person at the National Institute for Communicable Diseases and provide direction, advice, and workable solutions to people
Leadership, Management and Stakeholder Relations
I have strong problem-solving, organizing, multi-tasking, and time management skills, with the ability to work to meet tight deadlines
I’m able to motivate, mentor, and empower individuals to achieve expectations and goals set for the functional units and further assist them in growing within the organization
I can work on problems of a complex scope that require in-depth evaluations of data and various factors and converting this data into information that is understood by non-finance managers, to enable informed business decision-making
Effectively client-focused relationship management and relevant stakeholder relationship management skills, which enables the effectiveness of work in a multi-sector partnership
I also possess leadership qualities and a management style that promotes diversity, collaboration, equity, and inclusion
I have demonstrated good conflict management between different structures and personnel within and outside the organization.
Finance and Administration Manager
Clinix Health Group- Naledi Nkanyezi Hospital
11.2018 - 10.2019
Internal Controls, Governance and Risk Management: Manage the internal control environment within the hospital by ensuring the necessary reviews and audits are conducted
Manage compliance to company standards (policies and procedures) and appropriate governance practices, report deviations, and act where necessary
Revenue Cycle Management Improvement Initiatives: Achieve and improve metrics as it relates to revenue cycle management/patient administration value chain
Continuously monitor and measure revenue cycle processes to sustain and improve the same and actively lead and promote a culture of improvement
Customer Relationships: Develop and maintain relationships with various internal and external stakeholders
Drive a quality service delivery culture by ensuring that employees put customers first and engage with customers in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner
Ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained across all departments
Monitor and review the performance of doctors (e.g., the number of cases, the value of revenue per doctor, theatre cases, and case mix) and report (or escalate) to the Hospital Manager for further engagement with Doctors
Financial Management: Participate in hospital strategic planning to identify capital expenditure projects, together with Hospital Manager and Group representatives
Develop an operating budget, ensure the final budget presented matches approved parameters, ensure sign-off of budget by management, and communicate the approved budget to all units
Develop quarterly forecasts for the hospital
Analyze and prepare variance of actuals to budget compared to prior periods, report on hospital performance, identify problem areas, and implement corrective action
Ensure the final working capital budget presented reflects the requirements of the operating budget, is signed off by management, and the approved budget is communicated to all units
Take responsibility for managing the full month-end financial function and close-off, preparing monthly management accounts, and ensuring strict adherence to reporting deadlines
Perform all balance sheet recons month to month and ensure accuracy and completeness of all account balances
Pass all standard journal entries month to month and ensure that the proper approval process is followed
Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements as it relates to the hospital
Submit monthly VAT computations/calculations timeously for filing and payment
Review Payroll and identify any unusual variances
Coordinate and oversee external audits, review findings, and take corrective action
Provide financial guidance, as a member of the management committee, to the Hospital Manager, Nursing Manager, Pharmacy Manager, Marketing Manager, and HR Business Partner
Financial Systems (e.g., SAP, Pastel, CKS, Credit Card): Maintain, review, and ensure all systems are current and working effectively) and escalate to the service provider as per requirements
Asset Management: Assist the Hospital Manager in motivating for replacement or new equipment for example, provide relevant input and return on investment scenarios
Coordinate asset replacement, as well as the asset verification and assessment process
Maintain the asset register and ensure this is current and comprehensive in conjunction
Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures with regard to asset removal/scrapping
Revenue Cycle Management: Manage and minimize risk about any financial implications related to admissions, case management, and billings
Identify problem areas and take corrective action, where appropriate, with relevant staff members
Monitor and ensure billings optimization each month by tracking the WIP & accruals reports
Supplier Management: Manage and review costs related to the service delivery of outsourced providers (i.e
Catering, cleaning, security, etc.)
Assist the Hospital Manager in identifying service delivery issues for resolution
Report on any variations from agreed costs on outsourced services
People Management: Demonstrate visible leadership with respect to company values, operating model, and strategy
Sponsor company initiatives and projects as they relate to the hospital
Participate in hospital management committee meetings and forums
Lead and manage the Finance and admin team meetings and ensure participation from all parties
Recruit, retain, motivate, and develop staff according to Group HR policies and practices
Review compliance to company standards and manage the performance (outputs) of line managers within their area of responsibility and take remedial action
Deputation as an HM when HM is not on duty
Reason for leaving balancing work and family lifestyle.
Finance and Administration Manager
Life Healthcare Group- Peglerae Hospital Rustenburg
12.2016 - 10.2018
I demonstrate visible leadership in respect of the company’s value, operating model, and strategy
Actively sponsor the company initiatives and projects as they relate to the hospital
Actively participate in hospital MANCO meetings and all other meetings related to this position
Actively lead and manage F &A and HOD feedback meetings and ensure participation from all parties to achieve strategic objectives
Recruit, retain, motivate, and develop staff according to the company’s policies and practices
Accurate financial reporting & analysis
Approve purchase requisitions on SAP and ensure that the GL account and cost centre are correct
Prepare a flash report every week to show hospital performance on key drivers
Produce variance reports for the hospital and subsidiaries with mtd actuals v/s mtd budgets, PY, and YTD figures with narratives and action plans on material variances
Reviewing and analyzing departmental results with department Heads with emphasis on Actual vs
Budget variances
Prepare statistics report per cost center monthly and give reasons for deviations on budget
Present the financial performance on PowerPoint to MANCO members monthly
Preparation of board pack for both Hospital and Investment board meetings
Prepare and present financial results at both Hospital and Investment board meetings quarterly
Responsible for managing general ledger close and processes to adhere to reporting deadlines
Prepare variance to budget and compare to prior year analysis
Report on hospital performance, identify problem areas, and take remedial action with staff and enabling functions as required
Support Hospital, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Engineering Managers about financial analysis reporting including but not limited to employee costs and stock control
Management of accounts payable function in the hospitals
Management of all statutory payments such as PAYE, VAT, Income Tax, and other key suppliers
Management of accounts receivable function in the hospitals
Management of cashbooks and bank recons in the hospitals
Total management of Assets that include acquisition, disposals, and monthly depreciations
Management of Procurement Function in the hospital
Management of petty cash in the hospitals
Management of external service providers such as cleaning, catering, security, gardening and laundry services
Financial advice and functional support to the organisation and other managers
Management Accounting to provide line managers with information to improve decision-making
Ensure the implementation of the Annual operational Plan in the department
Effective budgeting
Participate in hospital strategic planning and provide solid financial inputs
Develop operating budgets per unit and in total for the facility
I ensure final budget match approved parameters and is signed off by Executives
I coordinate the development of Project and Replacement Capex
I prepare project reconciliation to control the project's budgets
Effective management and use of internal controls for compliance
Internal Controls
Prepare an annual review checklist and manage the internal control environment within the hospital
Administration of minority companies’ i.e., preparation of board meetings, checking board packs, liaising with the company secretariat, etc
Effective patient services management
Ensure all credit management targets are met (i.e., internal and external debtors’ days, etc.) Manage and minimize risk and achieve the companies’ targets regarding rejections, bad debts, case management write offs, and reimbursement codes
Identify problems and take remedial actions with relevant stakeholders
Effective governance and risk management
Manage compliance per corporate governance, report deviations, and take action where necessary
Effective quality management and customer relations
Achieve and improve quality metrics, continuously monitor and measure processes to maintain and improve some, and actively lead and promote the companies’ quality drive
Manage data integrity and compliance to the company’s protocols
Develop and maintain relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, conduct feedback surveys in order to monitor relationships and service levels, identify trends, and implement remedial actions
Reason for leaving: To be close to the family and growth in terms of responsibilities.
Assistant Director- Finance and Admin
South African Qualifications Authority
11.2015 - 11.2016
Financial Admin activities that ensure effective functioning of the FA function
Review the work of Administration clerks to ensure that outputs are technically correct and in compliance with SAQA financial policies and procedures
Check AR invoices/receipts have been correctly allocated in the system and posted to the general ledger
Review and sign off timely and accurate critical responsibilities in respect of bank accounts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Authorise vendor details form before loading in ACCPAC and add banking details
Check AP invoices have been correctly allocated and post all captured batches by the creditor clerk to the general ledger as per procedures
Exercise Control function on income and expenditure documentation
Ensure that the necessary controls over the income expenditure and payments of SAQA are accurately and consistently applied
Authorise and ensure the purchase order report is signed prior to deletion and removed in the system
Supervise and check all financial systems modules: Cashbook, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and DFQEAS Claims to the General Ledger
Ensure that administration clerks have performed the necessary procedures to verify that all accounting entries for recording in General Ledger and Cashbook are correct in terms of authorization and amount
Ensure requirements leading to a transaction have been adhered to by the relevant staff and or parties involved
Facilitate the flow of documentation by providing guidance and assistance where required
Checking and comparing Excel spreadsheet prepared with Bank statement transactions and sign-off
Check and post captured transactions in the Cashbook and transfer to the General Ledger
Ensure that the cash clearing account is maintained monthly
Check all petty cash vouchers and compare them against the spreadsheet and total amount on hand prepared by the Cashbook clerk
Sign-off as reviewer for cheque preparation
Check capturing of petty cash batch and post to the general ledger
Spot check physical monies in petty cash
Check the outstanding purchase order report
Monthly reports to Directors and Directorates
Prepare EFT/cheques daily and monthly 3rd party payments
Review and ensure that EFT/cheques issued to 3rd parties and reports produced for use by other departments and 3rd parties comply with the requirements of users and are mathematically and technically correct
Check and process EFT batches for AP invoices as per procedure
Check and process EFT batches for VIP 3rd party payroll claims as per the procedure
Retrieve and post all payments and receipts made in the cashbook and transfer to the ledger
Post all transactions to the general ledger as per procedure
Supervise and sign off critical reconciliations between general ledger and subsidiary ledgers and other financial systems
Ensure that reconciliations agree to the relevant accounting records and documentation from external parties
Review and sign off all reconciliations performed for the Deputy Director of Finance approval
Give training and mentor finance new staff and proper handover in all areas supervised
Assist in the identification of operational requirements of the office and the supervision of subordinates
Managing staff issues such as duties allocation, leave planning and the identification of staff training needs
Manage subordinate’s mid-term and yearly performance management contracts
Support maintenance and improvement of sound operational systems
Daily and weekly supervision through informal and formal discussions
Implement and use the performance management system fully in order to monitor the performance of subordinates
Recommendations to the Director for final approval on budget
I.e
Training funds
Acts as stand-in person to other financial positions when required
Communicate and liaise with other directorates of SAQA, external parties (creditor’s clients), and other stakeholders
Identify and report any corrections that may arise
Assets Monitoring
Fixed asset
Update asset register
Annual verification of assets
Reason for leaving: to get appropriate experience for CIMA qualification.
Senior Financial Officer
Protechnik Laboratories, a Division of Armscor SOC Limited
04.2010 - 10.2015
Cash book clearing and bank reconciliation
Reconciliation of creditors and payment to suppliers (credit control)
Reconciliation of provisions, suspense, and balance sheet accounts
Inter-group accounts reconciliation
Monitoring and controlling debtors’ age analysis
Invoicing and receipt of payment from debtor and management of collection process
Addressing and resolving both internal and external customer disputes
Capture data into journals and general ledger
Check and capture invoices on the AccPac system
Register problem invoices and ensure that they are resolved correctly
Create purchase orders on AccPac systems
Reconcile discrepancies and problems
Manage petty cash and process subsistence and travel claims
Managing and reporting on cash flow daily to the head office
Monitor and control project and overhead budget expenses
Monthly reporting to Project Managers regarding funds available for projects
Assist the finance manager with the preparation of audit documents
Provide training to employee identified for potential growth in the Finance Department
Performance management contracting, monitoring, and reviewing for one subordinate
Formulate a development plan and identify potential training courses for subordinate
Compile debtors and loan account reports for Finance Manager
Verify and ensure compliance with invoices and delegation of authority limits
Deputising for Finance Manager
Approval of Divisional expense less than R50000.00 per transaction
Approve purchase orders to the value of R50000.00 per order
Verify and approve the invoices for payment below R50000.00 per invoice
Verify and post journal and other accounting transactions on the Accpac system
Serving on the Divisional Authorisation Committee (DAC) to provide support and inputs on matters not limited to financial content to ensure that procurement and other expenditure of the division is done in accordance with relevant policies/guidelines like PFMA, BEE, etc
Create project account/ code of accounts in the Accpac system in line with project codes
Check and approve finance work processed on AccPac for the Ergotech and Hazmat divisions
Liaise with both internal and external clients at both lower and higher levels
Ensure that personnel are advised, directed, and perform their daily work
Reason for wanting to leave: Career growth and development.
Financial Officer
Armscor SOC Limited
06.2008 - 03.2010
Handling orders and amendments thereof
Verify the correctness of invoices and capture them on the accounting system
Payments of local and foreign invoices
Ensure adherence to the payment conditions of the order
Calculation of exchange rates, penalties, escalation and advance payment
Loan account reconciliation
Reconciliation of creditors
Update problem invoices register and resolve problem invoices
Handling and resolving internal and external queries
Assist the Creditors Supervisor with administrative and financial functions
Reconcile general ledger on the monthly basis
Assist internal and external auditors with creditor’s related queries
Reason for leaving: Promotion to Protechnik Laboratories.
University of Free State, B. Com - General Management, Financial Accounting 3, Financial Management 3, Economics 3
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Diploma in Management Accounting, Enterprise Operations, Financial Operation, Performance Operations
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting, Financial Management, Enterprise Management, Performance Management
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Strategic Level (CIMA), Financial Strategy, Performance Strategy, Management Strategy, Strategic Case Study
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Associate Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA)
Corporate Finance Institute, Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA)
Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS)/UP, MPhil (Corporate Strategy), 2022 - 2023
Extramural Activities
Listening to a variety of music, TV- news, soccer, and business channels (CNBCA)