Detail-oriented professional with experience in developing financial models and reports. Offers great budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Financial Administrator
Rokiwaste (Pty)Ltd
08.2024 - Current
Generate and process sales invoices using Sage
Manage accounts receivable.
Fostered a supportive work environment by training and mentoring junior team members in financial administration best practices, leading to increased productivity levels.
Assist management with price setting of assets that are for sale.
Monitored and compiled data and reports to present to leadership.
Quotes clients for products sold to them and services delivered using CRM
Identified and corrected miscalculations and financial discrepancies to support quality assurance.
Verify jobs done and close job cards
Manage asset list
Allocate payments done by clients to the correct account.
Generate and send statements to clients.
Increased department efficiency through the development and implementation of comprehensive financial policies and procedures.
Finance Graduate
Bafokeng Rasimone Platinum Mine
10.2019 - 09.2021
Maintained accurate financial records through regular reconciliation
Assisted with budgeting and forecasting activities for better resource allocation and cost management
Build cost reports for tracking of budget vs actual costs
Identified areas of cost savings by conducting thorough expense analysis, leading to improved bottom line results
Tracked budget forecasts and monitored budget performance
Improved financial reporting for stakeholders by standardizing templates and enhancing visual presentations
Approve and process invoices for payment
Prepare month end provision journals on SAP ERP
Junior Accountant
Impala Platinum Mines
03.2018 - 09.2019
Reduced errors in financial reporting through meticulous review and analysis of documents
Facilitated communication between different departments regarding expense report approvals, promoting efficient workflow across teams
Participated in annual budgeting process of the mineshaft by providing input on projected revenues and expenses based on historical trends analysis
Managed client billing process to ensure prompt payment, improving cash flow management
Developed strong relationships with vendors through effective communication, leading to better payment terms negotiation opportunities
Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring for increased cost control and profitability
Supported inventory control measures by performing periodic physical counts and reconciling discrepancies with system data
Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts
Prepared month end provision journal entries and log into system using SAP ERP
Offered advice and direction to help departments in the organisation better understand financial goals
Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency
Prepare daily production report for the general manager
Approve overtime budget and schedule of all departments to ensure each department stays within its budget
Analyse budget variances for management to identify problem areas
Build cost tracking systems using Microsoft excel for management to identify line items overspent on
Approve material ordered by each department to ensure correct items are ordered and the department stays within its budget
Update weekly material order budget for each shift boss
Identify areas of concern on actual report and work with head of department to reduce costs
Trainee Accountant
Baker Tilly Greenwoods
02.2016 - 06.2016
Reduced errors in data entry by maintaining attention to detail when recording transactions in accounting software
Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately preparing tax returns and submitting them within deadlines
Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations, and cash flow
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information, adhering to company policies and professional ethics standards
Accounting Marker
North-West University
02.2015 - 06.2015
Mark first year accounting tests, semester tests and exam papers
Mark first year accounting second opportunity exam papers
Education
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Management Accounting
North-West University
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting
North-West University
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Potchefstroom Gimnasium
Skills
Cost Analysis
Accounting Principles
Financial Software Proficiency
Advance MS-Office
Billing and Invoicing
Strong Work Ethic
Analytical Thinking
Excellent Communication
Financial Analysis
Discrepancy investigations
Accounts receivable management
Financial process improvement
Cost control
Financial forecasting
Software
SAP ERP
MICROSOFT
SAGE
BLUWAVE CRM
Timeline
Financial Administrator
Rokiwaste (Pty)Ltd
08.2024 - Current
Finance Graduate
Bafokeng Rasimone Platinum Mine
10.2019 - 09.2021
Junior Accountant
Impala Platinum Mines
03.2018 - 09.2019
Trainee Accountant
Baker Tilly Greenwoods
02.2016 - 06.2016
Accounting Marker
North-West University
02.2015 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting
North-West University
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Potchefstroom Gimnasium
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Management Accounting