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Natasha Odendaal

Accountant/Bookkeeper
Alberton

Summary

Detail-oriented & knowledgeable Professional accountant with +-20 years experience.

Effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations, with high standards and strong focus on achieving results. Skilled in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in shifting environments. Works closely with executive management.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Group Accountant

MSO International (Pty)Ltd
08.2016 - Current
  • Reported to Financial Manager - 5 Companies (Foreign & Local).
  • Complete to Trial Balance, Analytically reviewed Financial Statements and reporting to Discovery (Pty) Ltd One stream Finance Application.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for senior management, providing valuable insights into company performance.
  • Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by conducting thorough monthly reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Improved cash flow management through diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable balances.
  • Completed daily cash functions and banking reconciliations as well as trust accounts.
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Established effective internal controls to minimize risks associated with errors or fraud with in the finance department.
  • Managed a team of account clerks, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged growth and skill developments
  • Reduced month-end closing time with efficient organization and prioritization of tasks
  • Collaboration with external auditors to facilitate timely completion of annual audits, maintaining a strong professional relationship.
  • Assisted in the implementation of a new ERP system, contributing to improved data accuracy and streamlined processes.

Group Accountant

Trade Link Retail Systems (Pty) Ltd
09.2005 - 02.2015
  • Reported to Financial Manager
  • Complete Trial Balance to Financial Statements
  • Managed a team of 3
  • Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.

Education

ICB Diploma in Practical Accounting - Accounting And Finance

Damelin College, Alberton, Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -
  • Sage Accpac, [2004]
  • MIP Finweb, 2020
  • One stream Finance application, 2023

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Timeline

Senior Group Accountant - MSO International (Pty)Ltd
08.2016 - Current
Group Accountant - Trade Link Retail Systems (Pty) Ltd
09.2005 - 02.2015
Damelin College - ICB Diploma in Practical Accounting, Accounting And Finance
04.2001 -

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