Melissa Adelaide Michaels
Functional Specialist - Customs
Cape Town
Summary
Reliable, results-driven and focused Tax Auditor with over 20 years of expertise within SARS Revenue and Customs. Capable in planning and coordinating operations, tactical approach and research to detect and deter prohibited and restricted goods. Successfully leads and manages projects and investigations aiming to optimize processes and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Tax Auditor II
Syndicated Tax & Customs Crime Division - Illicit Trade Unit
09.2021 - Current
- Participate and execute projects linked to key industry focus areas that seeks to disrupt and eradicate syndicated trade schemes that evades duties and taxes
- Investigations and cases resulting in either criminal prosecutions, civil recoveries and/or administrative actions to ensure compliance
- Joint operations that creates a positive public perception linked to operational focus areas
- Transfer of skills
- Integrated Customs and Tax audits
TIU Investigator
Customs Operations - Tactical Interventions Unit
07.2012 - 08.2021
- Investigate and interrupt trade in illicit goods by ensuring compliance and good governance
- Case management and Finalisation
Inspector
Customs Border Control Unit
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Manifest targeting
- Container exams
- Gate checks
- Vessel Rummages
- Joint operations/roadblocks
- Premises raids
- Case finalisation
Enquiry Officer
Customs Operations
04.2006 - 01.2009
- Liaison between the Customs clearing agent and various Customs departments
- Acting as a Verification officer, verifying import acquittals and licensing new surety bonds and registrations
Admin Officer
VAT and PAYE editing
08.2003 - 03.2006
- Processing VAT and PAYE returns
- Dealing with complex VAT and PAYE queries
Admin Clerk - SARS
Quest - Contact: Gaironesa (021) 413 4700
09.2002 - 09.2003
Education
Grade 12 (Matric) -
Strandfontein Senior Secondary School
Certificate - Forensic and Investigative Auditing
UNISA
01-2016
Batchelor of Business Administration - undefined
MANCOSA
Skills
Software Proficiency - SARS Service Manager Operating System
Accounting knowledge
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Research aptitude
Critical thinking aptitude
Continuous learning aptitude
Summary Of Other Work Experiences
Quest, 09/01/02, 09/30/03, Admin Clerk - SARS, Gaironesa (021) 413 4700
Home Telephone
021 393 0435
Cellular Number
083 673 5322
Health
Excellent
Special Interests
- Swimming
- Hiking (Nature Reserves, Mountains)
Achievements
- Advanced driving certificate
- Gerotek 10 years’ service award
- SARS Speed and Accuracy Certificate
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8312060295087
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code B
- Marital Status: Married
REFERENCES
Ravell Roberts 082 576 7464 (Executive Manager)
Monroe Slamet 071 889 4871 (Executive Manager)
Collin Jansen 083 555 0942 (Operations Manager)
Timeline
Tax Auditor II
Syndicated Tax & Customs Crime Division - Illicit Trade Unit
09.2021 - Current
TIU Investigator
Customs Operations - Tactical Interventions Unit
07.2012 - 08.2021
Inspector
Customs Border Control Unit
01.2009 - 06.2012
Enquiry Officer
Customs Operations
04.2006 - 01.2009
Admin Officer
VAT and PAYE editing
08.2003 - 03.2006
Admin Clerk - SARS
Quest - Contact: Gaironesa (021) 413 4700
09.2002 - 09.2003
Batchelor of Business Administration - undefined
MANCOSA
Grade 12 (Matric) -
Strandfontein Senior Secondary School
Certificate - Forensic and Investigative Auditing
UNISA
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