Sage Evolution
Mathilda Carmody
Senior Bookkeeper
Lakefield,Benoni
Summary
Meticulous accounts receivable clerk with advanced accounting, mathematical and QuickBooks and Pastel expertise. Successful at keeping accounts current and accurate for compliant financial recordkeeping. Well-organized, diligent and focused professional. Tidy Senior Bookkeeper with a reputation for integrity and confidentiality. Adept at presenting financial statements, analyzing financial data and processing employee payroll. Over 16 years of experience in field. Detail-oriented Bookkeeper well versed in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Excelled in corporate bookkeeping services delivery and learned new technologies to improve efficiency. Impressive accounting and communications skills leading to desirable outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Bookkeeper
Matway Steel (Pty) Ltd
04.2006 - 03.2022
- Started Matsway Steel April 2006.
- Managed 44 staff members, 22 workshop and 20 Office staff
- Monitored, verified, approved invoices and reviewed balances using financial software to assess balance sheet for variances.
- Entered financial information, payments to guarantee accurate on-time payments for employees and vendors.
- Led by example, consistently demonstrating strong work ethic, commitment to excellence in all aspects of Senior Accounts Manager role.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices, recorded necessary information.
- Enhanced transparency into company finances by creating detailed monthly budget variance reports for management's review.
- Facilitated accurate expense tracking by coding invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts, allocating costs across multiple projects.
- Maintained general ledger by transferring subsidiary account summaries.
- Reduced outstanding receivables balances through diligent follow-up on overdue invoices with clients.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business expense processing.
- Assisted in audit preparations by gathering required documentation, ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies.
- Optimized cash management processes with regular cash flow forecasting analyses based on historical trends and future projections
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop financial forecasts, contributing to company's strategic planning initiatives
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through rigorous analysis of expenditure data across various departments
- Assisted in audit preparations by gathering required documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes for increased efficiency, implementing new software programs and organizational systems
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information
- Provided guidance on best practices in finance operations to junior team members as senior-level resource within accounts department
- Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing, collections follow-ups, and vendor payment scheduling
Senior Executive
Matsway Steel (Pty) Ltd
Benoni, South Africa
04.2006 - 03.2022
- Negotiated contract terms with vendors, leading to significant cost savings while maintaining product quality and timely delivery.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Cultivated culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication channels for feedback from all levels within organization
- Boosted operational efficiency through implementation of lean principles, resulting in reduced waste and improved production timelines.
- Managed large-scale projects with budgets exceeding R42 million per Annum, ensuring completion within specified timeframes while adhering to strict quality standards.
- Hired and managed 5 new managers to drive business growth.
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email
- Boosted operational efficiency through implementation of lean principles, resulting in reduced waste and improved production timelines
- Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits
Senior Buyer
Matsway Steel (Pty) Ltd
04.2006 - 03.2022
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
- Evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs, negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated contracts.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed purchasing decisions that positively impacted bottom line.
- Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings.
- Coordinated with finance teams on budgeting processes, providing accurate forecasts for product expenditures.
Office Assistant
Alstom Industries
01.1997 - 03.2005
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
- Assisted Accounts department with collections,
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Supported executive staff with well-prepared reports, presentations, and meeting materials.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
Internal Sales Executive
Smith Wheels
05.1990 - 11.1996
- Gained extensive experience in the Rim and Tyre Industry
- Managed client accounts by maintaining active communication, addressing concerns, and providing ongoing support.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Afrikaans Hoerskool
Lambton Germiston10.1986
Skills
- Bookkeeping to Balance Sheet
- Bank Reconciliation
- Cost accounting
- Accounting Software Proficiency - Sage Pastel/ Pastel VIP/QuickBooks
- Payroll Processing
- Excell Spreadsheets
- Microsoft Word
- Cash Flow Management
- VAT EMP201/EMP501 And IRP5
- VAT Returns
- Provisional VAT
- Metal Industry - Submission/Reconciliations and Payments
- CGIC Approvals of Accounts
- Workman Compensation
- Expense Tracking
- Store opening and closing
Accomplishments
- Started Matsway from home in 2006 with a staff compliment of 3 people.
- Company expanded to a team of 44 staff members by 2014.
- Served as the sole Bookkeeper for a R43 Million per annum Steel Manufacturing company.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementWork-life balanceQuote
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage
Software
Pastel Accounting
Pastel Payroll
Quickbooks
Excell
Microsoft Word
Outlook
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Cooking
Fashion
Jewelry
Timeline
Senior Bookkeeper
Matway Steel (Pty) Ltd
04.2006 - 03.2022
Senior Executive
Matsway Steel (Pty) Ltd
04.2006 - 03.2022
Senior Buyer
Matsway Steel (Pty) Ltd
04.2006 - 03.2022
Office Assistant
Alstom Industries
01.1997 - 03.2005
Internal Sales Executive
Smith Wheels
05.1990 - 11.1996
High School Diploma -
Afrikaans Hoerskool
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