Hi, I’m
Marna Bezuidenhoud
Financial Accountant
Summary
I have proven myself to be hard-working, diligent, and persistent. I completed my studies through Unisa while working full-time. I have always been eager to learn and have been willing to take on more responsibility than what the position required, to grow and improve myself. I will add value to any organisation seeking a multifaceted individual for their finance department since I have more than 10 years experience in accounting, data analysis and payroll processing.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Zero Debt
Financial Accountant
5 2016 - Current
Job overview
- Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing and efficient collections practices.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Sage Accounting and Payroll.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Assisted in the successful integration of acquired businesses'' financial systems into existing platforms during mergers and acquisitions.
- Simplified financial data presentation to non-financial colleagues, facilitating informed decision-making throughout the organization.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by uncovering and correcting outstanding financial problems and account errors.
- Enhanced financial reporting transparency, implementing clear and concise monthly statements for stakeholders.
- Increased financial accuracy by streamlining the accounts receivable and payable processes.
- Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
- Streamlined payroll processing through automation improvements resulting in reduced errors and increased efficiency.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and provided actionable insights for management, leading to improved business performance.
- Leveraged advanced Excel skills to automate routine tasks, freeing up time for more value-added activities such as variance analysis and strategic planning support.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
Van Doorn Services (Pty) Ltd
Financial Manager
09.2010 - 03.2016
Job overview
- Debtors function for 5 Companies (Foreign Currency), Oversee Creditors Function for 5 Companies (Foreign Currency), Monthly Submission of Vat Returns for the Companies, Registrations of new companies, Vat, PAYE, Export certificates, Management and implementation of new operational processes, Implementation of a new stock system, in cooperation with a computer programmer and Pastel specialist, Support the CEO alongside his PA with operational and logistical issues/requirements, Support the financial manager and CFO with Monthly Management Reports, Prepare cash flow reports, management reports and additional reports required on BIC Reporting, Assist the logistics with queries, Prepare month-end general ledger reconciliations, Office process flow and ensuring processes are followed through ongoing Training, Account sales, Letters of Credit, Documents of collection, Backup for Financial Manager / PA for CEO / Logistics deportment.
Southern Fruit Trading (Pty) Ltd
Financial Manager
07.2009 - 08.2010
Van Doorn South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Financial Manager
07.2003 - 06.2009
Full Output Project Managers
Bookkeeper
11.2001 - 06.2003
Overstrand Municipality
Personal Assistant to Town Treasurer
07.2001 - 11.2001
Multi Postman Services
Bookkeeper
01.1998 - 01.2001
Bezcor construction
Bookkeeper
01.1994 - 01.1998
Education
University of South Africa
B-Compt Degree Accounting
Louis Group
Mini MBA
Skills
Bank Reconciliation
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Accounting and bookkeeping
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Financial Reporting
Data Entry
Payroll Processing
Expense Tracking
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Financial Modeling
Variance Analysis
Cash Flow Management
Continuous Improvement
KPI Tracking
General accounting
Bookkeeping and Reconciliation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Financial Management
Analytical Thinking
Self Motivation
Accounting Software Systems
Analytical Skills
Excellent Communication
Financial Data Analysis
Employee Training
Adaptability
Accounts Payable
Time management abilities
Payroll Management
Organizational Skills
Database Maintenance
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal Communication
Data Analysis
Fixed Asset Management
Team Building and Leadership
Additional documents
A Copy of my Degree or any other documents required will be sent on request.
References
- Mrs A Durand, Finhub Chartered Accountants and Auditors, 082 925 9509
- Mr K Vorster, Van Doorn Service (Pty) Ltd / Van Doorn South Africa (Pty) Ltd, 082 334 1954
- Mr F Walters, Southern Fruit Trading (Pty) Ltd, 021-914 9352, 083 648 8608
Timeline
Financial Manager
Van Doorn Services (Pty) Ltd
09.2010 - 03.2016
Financial Manager
Southern Fruit Trading (Pty) Ltd
07.2009 - 08.2010
Financial Manager
Van Doorn South Africa (Pty) Ltd
07.2003 - 06.2009
Bookkeeper
Full Output Project Managers
11.2001 - 06.2003
Personal Assistant to Town Treasurer
Overstrand Municipality
07.2001 - 11.2001
Bookkeeper
Multi Postman Services
01.1998 - 01.2001
Bookkeeper
Bezcor construction
01.1994 - 01.1998
Financial Accountant
Zero Debt
5 2016 - Current
University of South Africa
B-Compt Degree Accounting
04.2009
Louis Group
Mini MBA