Hi, I’m
Nazmeera Latiff
Financial Administrator
Newcastle
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a payroll or human resources position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Knowledgeable Payroll Officer adept at overseeing payroll, documentation and reporting functions. Managed payroll activities for Number employees in fast-paced environment and consistently completed payroll runs without delays. High-level technical skills and attention to detail leading to optimum outcomes. Detail-oriented Payroll Clerk with Number years of experience in data entry and record-keeping. Well-versed in tax and payroll laws. Experienced in new hire, termination and benefits orientation process. Detail-oriented HR Associate with excellent analytical skills and experience with benefits and payroll administration.Successful at excelling in fast-paced, competitive banking environments. Good sales and customer service abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of bank products and services. Proficient in updating accounts, processing transactions and coordinating records. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a payroll or human resources position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Absa Bank
Operational Banker
Job overview
- Evaluated client financial positions and identified most appropriate banking products.
- Managed escalated phone calls by applying conflict resolutions skills and extensive knowledge of bank policies, products, and services.
- Provided advice on different bank products and financial options.
- Educated customers on features and benefits of banking products and services.
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
- Opened, closed, and updated accounts for customers.
- Collaborated with other departments to confirm compliance with banking procedures and regulations.
- Built and maintained portfolio of loans to meet established goals and objectives.
- Processed customer applications and approved loans in accordance with bank policy.
- Monitored account activity and identified suspicious transactions, taking appropriate action to prevent fraud.
- Investigated customer inquiries and resolved discrepancies in helpful and timely manner.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, providing exceptional service and advice.
Standard Bank
Enquiries
Job overview
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Ikwezi Mine Newcastle
Payroll/site Administration
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for Number employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using software and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Trained and mentored new payroll staff to apply best practices and follow department procedures.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Sent bi-monthly reminders for employees to complete and submit time sheets before deadline.
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify accuracy and completeness of employee information.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
- Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
- Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
First National Bank Newcastle
Universal Banker
02.2023 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Opened checking, savings, money market and certificates of deposit accounts and ordered checks, debit cards and furnished online banking details to facilitate new transactions.
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Adhered to established security procedures and reported potential fraud or safety violations to management for immediate recourse.
- Investigated customer inquiries and resolved discrepancies in helpful and timely manner.
- Educated customers on features and benefits of banking products and services.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, providing exceptional service and advice.
The Mining Co (Pty) LtdNewcastle
HR, Payroll and Finance
02.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Resolved payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for Number-employee company.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Reconcile supplier accounts
- Prepare montly analysis of creditors
- Analysis bank statements with Financials to fo can flow projections and profit and loss statements .
Stefanutti Stocks Head OfficeKempton Park
Creditors Clerk
02.2018 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Drove customer loyalty and consistent sales through friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Managed calendars and scheduled appointments to maintain smooth flow of operations.
- Generated accounts payable reports for management review to aid in financial and business decision making.
- Processed vendor and supplier payments on weekly basis.
- Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties.
- Reconciled accounts receivable to general ledger.
- Processed payment via telephone and in person with focus on accuracy and efficiency.
- Produced and mailed monthly statements to customers and assisted with related requests for information and clarification.
- Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
- Generated monthly billing and posting reports for management review.
- Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in Number% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
- Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances.
Stefanutti StocksErmelo
Site Clerk
02.2017 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Monitored and tracked budgets and expenses.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Purchased and maintained office supplies.
- Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
- Created and maintained detailed records of all office activities.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
- Assisted with onboarding of new employees.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Edited documents to keep company materials free of grammar errors.
Bargain WholesalersNewcastle
Financial Clerk
02.2015 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information.
- Reconciled and recorded receipts, incoming cash, and other fiscal transactions.
- Investigated and resolved inquiries with billing and invoicing.
- Prepared bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying and balancing receipts.
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments for average of Number customers daily.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Absa Bank Medium BusinessErmelo
Personal Banker
02.2008 - 02.2009
Job overview
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
- Networked to increase client base and encourage existing clients to expand financial portfolios.
- Promoted financial products by maintaining excellent service offering knowledge.
- Answered customer questions and explained available services such as deposit accounts, bonds, and securities.
- Established new accounts for high net worth individuals and serviced existing accounts to maximize revenue.
- Processed customer requests for statements, ordering additional checks, and updating customer personal information in database.
- Expanded client base by promoting new financial products.
- Cross-sold bank products and services to meet customer needs and provide options.
- Followed up with customers to gather feedback and provide additional assistance.
- Utilized customer relationship management software to provide accurate and complete customer service.
Education
Marburg Secondary School
Matric
University Overview
Subjects: English (hg), Afrikaans (hg), Mathematics (hg), Physical science (hg), Accounting(hg), Biology (hg)
National Credit Accreditation
from NcA
02.2021 - 03.2021
Bank Seta
from Sales And Relationship Management
05.2007 - 03.2008
Udemy
from Financial Anylst
01.2023 - 02.2024
Bank Seta Turfontein
Nqf6 from Investment Advise And Financial Solutions
06.2007 - 03.2008
Skills
Microsoft excel
Meeting sales goals
Documentation skills
Relationship building
Educating clients
Analyzing performance
Customer Relationship Management
Teller experience
Risk mitigation
Developing customer relationships
Investment Management
Sales proficiency
Account openings
Administering payroll
Financial advice
Operations management
Recommendations
Sameera Patel, 073 755 3597, I highly recommend Nazmeera Latiff as a candidate for employment. She possesses a solid reputation for confidentiality and integrity. Proficient in numerous accounting software programs, very goal-oriented as well as a team player. Nazmeera would be a tremendous asset to your company and has my highest recommendation.
Dependants
Four
Health
Excellent, Non-Smoker
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8209260214084
- Date of Birth: 09/26/82
- Driving License: Code 08
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Joel Jacobs, Contracts Manager, +27 73 518 4819, Stefanutti Stocks Mining Services
- Sameera Patel, 073 755 3597 -bargain wholesalers
- Agree Nxumalo 079 914 5079 Absa Bank
- Franschwa Nel - 0824180626 ikwezi Mine
Timeline
Payroll/site Administration
Ikwezi Mine
04.2023 - Current
Universal Banker
First National Bank
02.2023 - 04.2023
Udemy
from Financial Anylst
01.2023 - 02.2024
HR, Payroll and Finance
The Mining Co (Pty) Ltd
02.2021 - 05.2022
National Credit Accreditation
from NcA
02.2021 - 03.2021
Creditors Clerk
Stefanutti Stocks Head Office
02.2018 - 08.2021
Site Clerk
Stefanutti Stocks
02.2017 - 02.2018
Financial Clerk
Bargain Wholesalers
02.2015 - 02.2017
Personal Banker
Absa Bank Medium Business
02.2008 - 02.2009
Bank Seta
Nqf6 from Investment Advise And Financial Solutions
06.2007 - 03.2008
Bank Seta
from Sales And Relationship Management
05.2007 - 03.2008
Operational Banker
Absa Bank
Enquiries
Standard Bank
Marburg Secondary School
Matric
04.2000