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Michelle R. Skinner

Michelle R. Skinner

Senior Bookkeeper
Protea Heights,WC

Summary

Dedicated, Loyal, Fast Learner, Accurate and Meticulous. Deadline Driven, Analytical and Attention to Detail. Team Player. Always ready for a new challenge. Adventurous and Strong Personality.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Bookkeeper

Montagu Foods a Division of Libstar Operations T/A Cani Rusks
08.2024 - Current
  • Full Accounts Payable Function.
  • General Ledger and Balance Sheet Reconciliation on a monthly basis.
  • Payment of all Creditors and Adhoc Payments.
  • Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation.
  • Reconciliation of Loan Accounts with Intergroup Companies, including Debtors and Creditors.

Bookkeeper

Montagu Foods a Division of Libstar Operations T/A Cani Rusks
08.2024 - Current
  • Full Accounts Payable Function.
  • General Ledger and Balance Sheet Reconciliation on a monthly basis.
  • Payment of all Creditors and Adhoc Payments.
  • Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation.
  • Reconciliation of Loan Accounts with Intergroup Companies, including Debtors and Creditors.

Bookkeeper

Major Aluminum
01.2024 - 02.2024

Bookkeeper

Major Aluminum
01.2024 - 02.2024

Bookkeeper

Duram Paints
06.2023 - 09.2023

Bookkeeper

Duram Paints
06.2023 - 09.2023

Financial Accountant – Cape Town Branch

Vulcan Catering Equipment (Pty) Ltd
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Full Cash Book Function; Petty Cash Control; Daily Cash and Sales Reports; Monthly Journals for Management Accounts; Monthly Management Reports; General Ledger Reconciliations Of Balance Sheet Accounts; Management of Debtors Accounts; Payment of Sundry Suppliers on Nedbank Internet Banking; Full Creditors Function.
  • Supervision of Debtors Clerk.
  • Adhoc duties that arise based on position held.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Retrenchment

Financial Accountant – Cape Town Branch

Vulcan Catering Equipment (Pty) Ltd
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Full Cash Book Function; Petty Cash Control; Daily Cash and Sales Reports; Monthly Journals for Management Accounts; Monthly Management Reports; General Ledger Reconciliations Of Balance Sheet Accounts; Management of Debtors Accounts; Payment of Sundry Suppliers on Nedbank Internet Banking; Full Creditors Function.
  • Supervision of Debtors Clerk.
  • Adhoc duties that arise based on position held.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Retrenchment

Accountant

Gemini Marine (Pty) Ltd
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Local and International Debtors – Full Function; Custom Claims for Exports; International Creditors and Related Custom Issues; Monthly Journals related to Salaries; Interest; Depreciation Fixed Assets Register; Audit Preparation & Cash Flow Management; Monthly VAT Submission & Reconciliation.
  • VAT Returns were flagged for Audit for 6 months as Refunds are received as 80% of Sales are for Export.
  • All Audits were clear and Refunds were granted at SARS discretion.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Retrenchment

Accountant

Gemini Marine (Pty) Ltd
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Local and International Debtors – Full Function; Custom Claims for Exports; International Creditors and Related Custom Issues; Monthly Journals related to Salaries; Interest; Depreciation Fixed Assets Register; Audit Preparation & Cash Flow Management; Monthly VAT Submission & Reconciliation.
  • VAT Returns were flagged for Audit for 6 months as Refunds are received as 80% of Sales are for Export.
  • All Audits were clear and Refunds were granted at SARS discretion.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Retrenchment

Financial Manager

Process Pipe Cape (Pty) Ltd
04.2008 - 07.2020
  • Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Month End Journals for Depreciation, Accruals, Provisions, Payroll, Corrections, etc.;
  • General Ledger and Balance Sheet account Reconciliation on Monthly basis;
  • Resolve queries from above reconciliations;
  • Cash Flow planning and payment of all accounts;
  • Management Reports including Monthly Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Expenses Schedule and Analysis of Sales, Gross Profit, etc.;
  • Supervision of other office staff namely Debtors Clerk, Creditors Clerk and Receptionist.
  • Monthly Statutory Returns, viz PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and VAT;
  • Salaries and Wages are completed on VIP. All other Human Resource functions including disciplining of staff;
  • Petty Cash Administration and control thereof;
  • Liaison with Head Office regarding payments of Overseas Shipments, Pension and Medical Aid, etc.;
  • Debtor Controls and reconciliation of Accounts, including Resolving of any queries or issues after discussion with Debtor;
  • Books are processed on Syspro 6.0. Weekly and Monthly Reports are run and checked to balance the Sub-Module to the General Ledger.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Change in Company Management Structure. Micro Management

Financial Manager

Process Pipe Cape (Pty) Ltd
04.2008 - 07.2020
  • Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Month End Journals for Depreciation, Accruals, Provisions, Payroll, Corrections, etc.;
  • General Ledger and Balance Sheet account Reconciliation on Monthly basis;
  • Resolve queries from above reconciliations;
  • Cash Flow planning and payment of all accounts;
  • Management Reports including Monthly Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Expenses Schedule and Analysis of Sales, Gross Profit, etc.;
  • Supervision of other office staff namely Debtors Clerk, Creditors Clerk and Receptionist.
  • Monthly Statutory Returns, viz PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and VAT;
  • Salaries and Wages are completed on VIP. All other Human Resource functions including disciplining of staff;
  • Petty Cash Administration and control thereof;
  • Liaison with Head Office regarding payments of Overseas Shipments, Pension and Medical Aid, etc.;
  • Debtor Controls and reconciliation of Accounts, including Resolving of any queries or issues after discussion with Debtor;
  • Books are processed on Syspro 6.0. Weekly and Monthly Reports are run and checked to balance the Sub-Module to the General Ledger.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Change in Company Management Structure. Micro Management

Regional Bookkeeper

Steiner Hygiene (Pty) Ltd
02.2006 - 03.2008
  • Bank Reconciliation of 6 Branches, including posting of Debit Orders, Bank Charges, etc.;
  • Standard Monthly Journals – Depreciation, Payroll, Provisions, Corrections, Monthly accruals, etc.;
  • Balancing of Inter branch accounts on a monthly basis;
  • Reconciliation of Head Office accounts;
  • Liaison with Credit Controllers and Branch Managers with Regard to queries in the books;
  • General Ledger and Balance Sheet account Reconciliation on A monthly basis;
  • Resolve queries from above reconciliations;
  • Checking and signing off of Creditors Reconciliations and Cash Book payments;
  • Assisting Creditors Clerk, when work load is too great;
  • Books are processed on Great Plains accounting package;
  • Other programs include Excel, Word & Forecaster.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Retrenched

Regional Bookkeeper

Steiner Hygiene (Pty) Ltd
02.2006 - 03.2008
  • Bank Reconciliation of 6 Branches, including posting of Debit Orders, Bank Charges, etc.;
  • Standard Monthly Journals – Depreciation, Payroll, Provisions, Corrections, Monthly accruals, etc.;
  • Balancing of Inter branch accounts on a monthly basis;
  • Reconciliation of Head Office accounts;
  • Liaison with Credit Controllers and Branch Managers with Regard to queries in the books;
  • General Ledger and Balance Sheet account Reconciliation on A monthly basis;
  • Resolve queries from above reconciliations;
  • Checking and signing off of Creditors Reconciliations and Cash Book payments;
  • Assisting Creditors Clerk, when work load is too great;
  • Books are processed on Great Plains accounting package;
  • Other programs include Excel, Word & Forecaster.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Retrenched

Bookkeeper/Accounts Administrator

Pam Golding Sectional Title Administrators (Pty) Ltd
04.2005 - 09.2005
  • Planning, control and supervision of all body corporate Accounting functions;
  • Communication and planning with Auditors, Property Managers and Trustees regarding preparation of year end Audits;
  • Assistance is given to senior staff where necessary;
  • Credit Control and Debt Collection (Rent and Levies);
  • Books are processed on Pastel V6.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Temporary Assignment.

Bookkeeper/Accounts Administrator

Pam Golding Sectional Title Administrators (Pty) Ltd
04.2005 - 09.2005
  • Planning, control and supervision of all body corporate Accounting functions;
  • Communication and planning with Auditors, Property Managers and Trustees regarding preparation of year end Audits;
  • Assistance is given to senior staff where necessary;
  • Credit Control and Debt Collection (Rent and Levies);
  • Books are processed on Pastel V6.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Temporary Assignment.

Senior Bookkeeper

Pescaluna (Pty) Ltd
01.2004 - 02.2005
  • Month End Control Accounts;
  • Month End Journals viz, Payroll adjustments; Depreciation;
  • Clearance of Shipping Control Accounts;
  • Costing of foreign shipments;
  • Foreign Exchange forms and costing of profit or loss made On rate of exchange.
  • Cash Flow Statements – By-weekly;
  • Stock control and reconciliation of month end stock;
  • Debtor Invoicing and Debt Collection;
  • Monthly Management Reports – Income Statement;
  • Processing of Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Petty Cash Administration and control;
  • Monthly statutory Returns, viz VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and CMC;
  • Supervision of Receptionist and Creditors Clerk;
  • Calculation of weekly and monthly wages of shipping crew.
  • Books are processed on Pastel V7 and VIP Payroll Systems.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Restructure of Company

Senior Bookkeeper

Pescaluna (Pty) Ltd
01.2004 - 02.2005
  • Month End Control Accounts;
  • Month End Journals viz, Payroll adjustments; Depreciation;
  • Clearance of Shipping Control Accounts;
  • Costing of foreign shipments;
  • Foreign Exchange forms and costing of profit or loss made On rate of exchange.
  • Cash Flow Statements – By-weekly;
  • Stock control and reconciliation of month end stock;
  • Debtor Invoicing and Debt Collection;
  • Monthly Management Reports – Income Statement;
  • Processing of Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Petty Cash Administration and control;
  • Monthly statutory Returns, viz VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and CMC;
  • Supervision of Receptionist and Creditors Clerk;
  • Calculation of weekly and monthly wages of shipping crew.
  • Books are processed on Pastel V7 and VIP Payroll Systems.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Restructure of Company

Accountant

Rhino Plastics Western Cape (Pty) Ltd
03.2003 - 10.2003
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Monthly Management Reports – Income Statement;
  • Debt Collection and reconciliation of Debtors accounts;
  • Checking of Creditor’s Clerk Supplier Invoices and Creditors Reconciliation;
  • Month End Journals and General Ledger reconciliation;
  • Monthly Salaries and other Human Resource related functions;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and CMC;
  • Daily banking and Post Office duties;
  • Communicating with Head Office in Port Elizabeth regarding Inter Company transactions;
  • Daily Production, Sales and Cash Reports;
  • Books are processed on Pastel V6. and Pastel Payroll.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Temporary Assignment

Accountant

Rhino Plastics Western Cape (Pty) Ltd
03.2003 - 10.2003
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Monthly Management Reports – Income Statement;
  • Debt Collection and reconciliation of Debtors accounts;
  • Checking of Creditor’s Clerk Supplier Invoices and Creditors Reconciliation;
  • Month End Journals and General Ledger reconciliation;
  • Monthly Salaries and other Human Resource related functions;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and CMC;
  • Daily banking and Post Office duties;
  • Communicating with Head Office in Port Elizabeth regarding Inter Company transactions;
  • Daily Production, Sales and Cash Reports;
  • Books are processed on Pastel V6. and Pastel Payroll.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Temporary Assignment

Accountant

Clickabox (Pty) Ltd
01.2001 - 08.2002
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Debtors Control, Debt Collection and statements;
  • Creditors Control and Reconciliation, including capturing of Invoices, Goods Received Notes, etc.;
  • Petty Cash Control and Banking;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy Cash Flow planning, monthly and weekly;
  • Monthly Management Reports, Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
  • Stock Control, including daily stock management;
  • Monthly Salaries, Weekly wages and other Human Resource Functions;
  • Assistance is given to Internal Sales Clerk when required;
  • Books are processed on Pastel V6 and Pastel Payroll.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Resigned to seek alternative prospects.

Accountant

Clickabox (Pty) Ltd
01.2001 - 08.2002
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Debtors Control, Debt Collection and statements;
  • Creditors Control and Reconciliation, including capturing of Invoices, Goods Received Notes, etc.;
  • Petty Cash Control and Banking;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy Cash Flow planning, monthly and weekly;
  • Monthly Management Reports, Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
  • Stock Control, including daily stock management;
  • Monthly Salaries, Weekly wages and other Human Resource Functions;
  • Assistance is given to Internal Sales Clerk when required;
  • Books are processed on Pastel V6 and Pastel Payroll.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Resigned to seek alternative prospects.

Accountant

Tuffy Fresh Food Packaging (Pty) Ltd
12.1999 - 12.2000
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Debtors Control, Debt Collection and statements;
  • Creditors Control and Reconciliation, including capturing of Invoices, Goods Received Notes, etc.;
  • Petty Cash Control and Banking;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy Monthly Management Reports, Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
  • Monthly Salaries and other Human Resource functions;
  • Purchasing of office requirements;
  • Books are processed on Accpac, VIP Payroll and Blick Clock System.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Position reduced to half day

Accountant

Tuffy Fresh Food Packaging (Pty) Ltd
12.1999 - 12.2000
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Debtors Control, Debt Collection and statements;
  • Creditors Control and Reconciliation, including capturing of Invoices, Goods Received Notes, etc.;
  • Petty Cash Control and Banking;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy Monthly Management Reports, Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
  • Monthly Salaries and other Human Resource functions;
  • Purchasing of office requirements;
  • Books are processed on Accpac, VIP Payroll and Blick Clock System.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Position reduced to half day

Accountant and Production Manager

Henniges & Henniges (Pty) Ltd
05.1998 - 11.1999
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Creditors Control and Reconciliation;
  • Salaries, Commissions and related Human Resource functions;
  • Petty Cash control and Banking;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and CMC;
  • Monthly Management Reports – Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
  • Cash Flow planning and management;
  • Stock control to determine Production requirements;
  • Offsite planning, scheduling and supervision of production run;
  • Supervision of Debtors Clerk;
  • Books are processed on Pastel V4.1
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Company liquidated

Accountant and Production Manager

Henniges & Henniges (Pty) Ltd
05.1998 - 11.1999
  • Cash Book processing and Bank Reconciliation;
  • Creditors Control and Reconciliation;
  • Salaries, Commissions and related Human Resource functions;
  • Petty Cash control and Banking;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy and CMC;
  • Monthly Management Reports – Income Statement and Balance Sheet;
  • Cash Flow planning and management;
  • Stock control to determine Production requirements;
  • Offsite planning, scheduling and supervision of production run;
  • Supervision of Debtors Clerk;
  • Books are processed on Pastel V4.1
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Company liquidated

Assistant Accountant

Vassen Bros and Associates Accounting Officers
04.1995 - 02.1997
  • Completing sets of books for various companies on a monthly And yearly basis;
  • Companies included Lawyers, Fishermen, Local Café’s, Manufacturers and used car dealers.
  • Preparation of Annual Financial Statements, including Adjustment Journals;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy And CMC;
  • Supervision of junior staff being Typists, Bookkeepers and Receptionist.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Opportunity to enter commerce

Assistant Accountant

Vassen Bros and Associates Accounting Officers
04.1995 - 02.1997
  • Completing sets of books for various companies on a monthly And yearly basis;
  • Companies included Lawyers, Fishermen, Local Café’s, Manufacturers and used car dealers.
  • Preparation of Annual Financial Statements, including Adjustment Journals;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy And CMC;
  • Supervision of junior staff being Typists, Bookkeepers and Receptionist.
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Opportunity to enter commerce

Accounts Clerk

B. Amler & Co. – Chartered Accountants
06.1991 - 03.1995
  • Completing sets of books for various companies on a monthly And yearly basis;
  • Companies included Lawyers, Fishermen, Local Café’s, Manufacturers and used car dealers.
  • Preparation of Annual Financial Statements, including Adjustment Journals;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy And CMC;
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Partnership Disbanded, Staff retrenched.

Accounts Clerk

B. Amler & Co. – Chartered Accountants
06.1991 - 03.1995
  • Completing sets of books for various companies on a monthly And yearly basis;
  • Companies included Lawyers, Fishermen, Local Café’s, Manufacturers and used car dealers.
  • Preparation of Annual Financial Statements, including Adjustment Journals;
  • Monthly statutory returns, viz. VAT, PAYE, UIF, Skills Levy And CMC;
  • REASON FOR LEAVING: Partnership Disbanded, Staff retrenched.

Education

Accounting Diploma - undefined

The Institute of Administration and Commerce
01.1997

Skills

Dedicated

Loyal

Fast Learner

Accurate

Meticulous

Deadline Driven

Analytical

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Adventurous

Strong Personality

Personal Information

  • Available: Immediate
  • ID Number: 7110020196085
  • Health Status: Good
  • Date of Birth: 2 October 1971
  • Gender: Female
  • Driving License: Code 8
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Availability: Immediate
  • ID Number: 7110020196085

Qualifications

Accounting Diploma, The Institute of Administration and Commerce, 1991-01-01, 1997-01-01, Financial Accounting 1, Business Communication, Business Economics, Business Law, Management, Internal Auditing 1 & 2, Income Tax, Cost & Management Accounting 1, Economics, VIP Payroll Systems, MS Excel – Advanced, Pastel V14; Sage Evolution, Pastel Payroll, Syspro V8 & V14

References

  • Miro Blazic, Process Pipe Co., 082 893 2138
  • Chantal Voegt, Gemini Marine Pty Ltd, 084 645 1110
  • Sean Williams, Vulcan Catering Equipment, 074 155 6088

References

  • Miro Blazic, Process Pipe Co., 082 893 2138
  • Chantal Voegt, Gemini Marine Pty Ltd, 084 645 1110
  • Sean Williams, Vulcan Catering Equipment, 074 155 6088

Software

Syspro

Sage Evolution

Pastel

Excel Intermediate

Timeline

Bookkeeper

Montagu Foods a Division of Libstar Operations T/A Cani Rusks
08.2024 - Current

Bookkeeper

Montagu Foods a Division of Libstar Operations T/A Cani Rusks
08.2024 - Current

Bookkeeper

Major Aluminum
01.2024 - 02.2024

Bookkeeper

Major Aluminum
01.2024 - 02.2024

Bookkeeper

Duram Paints
06.2023 - 09.2023

Bookkeeper

Duram Paints
06.2023 - 09.2023

Financial Accountant – Cape Town Branch

Vulcan Catering Equipment (Pty) Ltd
11.2022 - 04.2023

Financial Accountant – Cape Town Branch

Vulcan Catering Equipment (Pty) Ltd
11.2022 - 04.2023

Accountant

Gemini Marine (Pty) Ltd
01.2021 - 08.2022

Accountant

Gemini Marine (Pty) Ltd
01.2021 - 08.2022

Financial Manager

Process Pipe Cape (Pty) Ltd
04.2008 - 07.2020

Financial Manager

Process Pipe Cape (Pty) Ltd
04.2008 - 07.2020

Regional Bookkeeper

Steiner Hygiene (Pty) Ltd
02.2006 - 03.2008

Regional Bookkeeper

Steiner Hygiene (Pty) Ltd
02.2006 - 03.2008

Bookkeeper/Accounts Administrator

Pam Golding Sectional Title Administrators (Pty) Ltd
04.2005 - 09.2005

Bookkeeper/Accounts Administrator

Pam Golding Sectional Title Administrators (Pty) Ltd
04.2005 - 09.2005

Senior Bookkeeper

Pescaluna (Pty) Ltd
01.2004 - 02.2005

Senior Bookkeeper

Pescaluna (Pty) Ltd
01.2004 - 02.2005

Accountant

Rhino Plastics Western Cape (Pty) Ltd
03.2003 - 10.2003

Accountant

Rhino Plastics Western Cape (Pty) Ltd
03.2003 - 10.2003

Accountant

Clickabox (Pty) Ltd
01.2001 - 08.2002

Accountant

Clickabox (Pty) Ltd
01.2001 - 08.2002

Accountant

Tuffy Fresh Food Packaging (Pty) Ltd
12.1999 - 12.2000

Accountant

Tuffy Fresh Food Packaging (Pty) Ltd
12.1999 - 12.2000

Accountant and Production Manager

Henniges & Henniges (Pty) Ltd
05.1998 - 11.1999

Accountant and Production Manager

Henniges & Henniges (Pty) Ltd
05.1998 - 11.1999

Assistant Accountant

Vassen Bros and Associates Accounting Officers
04.1995 - 02.1997

Assistant Accountant

Vassen Bros and Associates Accounting Officers
04.1995 - 02.1997

Accounts Clerk

B. Amler & Co. – Chartered Accountants
06.1991 - 03.1995

Accounts Clerk

B. Amler & Co. – Chartered Accountants
06.1991 - 03.1995

Accounting Diploma - undefined

The Institute of Administration and Commerce

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