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Ofentse Tisetso Mekwa
Linkedin : Ofentse Tisetso Mekwa
Summary
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. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Property Finance Analyst
Absa
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted pricing and valuation analysis for commercial property finance deals.
- Analyzed regional market trends and assessed the financial viability of potential investments.
- Performed detailed cash flow analysis to evaluate deal structure and profitability.
- Prepared financial models and conducted financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Provided strategic insights on deal structures, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Facility Agent
Absa
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Reviewed and ensured compliance of legal agreements related to facility management.
- Acted as the intermediary between clients and multiple lenders, facilitating communication on payment schedules.
- Coordinated and communicated payment due dates to relevant parties.
- Processed and tracked payment instructions, ensuring timely execution of transactions.
- Managed transaction documentation and ensured accurate record-keeping throughout the process.
Credit Analyst
Absa
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Analyzed customer data such as financial statements to determine level of risk involved for extending credit.
- Made decisions and recommendations about extending lines of credit.
- Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
- Conducted financial review of customer lines of credit by assessing company financials and initiating credit application reviews.
- Reviewed credit reports to comprehensively view borrowers' credit history and identify potential red flags.
Accounting Control Recons
Absa
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed reconciliations and posted journals to ensure accurate financial records.
- Spot-checked and audited colleagues' reconciliations for compliance and accuracy.
- Created presentations to communicate findings and results of reconciliations and audits.
- Prepared tax calculations and ensured accurate reporting for tax purposes.
- Compiled and prepared a full set of financial statements for an entity.
Financial Reporting Analyst
Absa
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Analyzed financial data and checked variances to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
- Created and delivered presentations to communicate key findings and insights from reports.
- Reviewed published financial statements to verify accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Prepared detailed reports on discrepancies and differences in financial data.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address and resolve reporting inconsistencies.
Assistant Lecturer
University of Pretoria, AIM
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered engaging lectures and practical sessions on Advanced Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.
- Designed and assessed assignments, projects, and exams to evaluate student proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Provided academic support and guidance through office hours, ensuring students' understanding of course content.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring materials remained up-to-date with the latest software features.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, managing classroom activities and promoting student engagement.
Event and Marketing Consultant
TuksFM Campus Radio
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Improved relationships between the radio station and community by participating in outreach initiatives.
- Collaborated with sales team to increase brand awareness and enhance business development.
- Planned and executed events and marketing programs to increase qualified leads.
- Achieved client vision and marketing objectives by collaborating with various departments.
- Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
Sales Assistant Intern
Cotton On Kids
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Worked to meet or exceed special sales targets , special donations and specific product promotions.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
Education
Advanced Diploma in Management Accunting -
CIMA
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Financial Managemnt
University of Pretoria
12-2022
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Sciences
University of Pretoria
12-2021
Higher Cerificate -
Hoerskool Gerrit Maritz
12-2018
Skills
- Stakeholder communication
- Report writing Presentation skills
- Data collection
- Business valuation
- Variance analysis
- Credit analysis
- GAAP compliance
- Investment analysis
- Power BI , EXCEL, PowerPoint
- SQL
Accomplishments
Team Player of the year 2022 and 2023
Toastmaster of the Year
Toastmasters President
Corporate Social initiative committee member 2024
Affiliations
- Chartered Global Management accountant
Software
Excel
PowerPoint
SQL
Timeline
Commercial Property Finance Analyst
Absa
01.2025 - Current
Facility Agent
Absa
07.2024 - 12.2024
Credit Analyst
Absa
01.2024 - 06.2024
Accounting Control Recons
Absa
07.2023 - 12.2023
Financial Reporting Analyst
Absa
01.2023 - 06.2023
Assistant Lecturer
University of Pretoria, AIM
01.2022 - 12.2022
Sales Assistant Intern
Cotton On Kids
11.2020 - 01.2021
Event and Marketing Consultant
TuksFM Campus Radio
04.2019 - 02.2021
Advanced Diploma in Management Accunting -
CIMA
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Financial Managemnt
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Sciences
University of Pretoria
Higher Cerificate -
Hoerskool Gerrit Maritz
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