Pheello Mahamo
Bloemfontein
Summary
Senior accountant specializing in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Expertise in streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing financial accuracy. Proven track record in managing complex accounts, leading audits, and delivering strategic financial insights. Strong analytical skills and commitment to financial integrity ensure consistent value delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accountant
Komsultant Pty Ltd
Bloemfontein, South Africa
01.2019 - 06.2026
- Delivered outstanding service that builds effective lasting business relationships for clients.
- Identified unique client needs and addressed them to achieve successful outcomes.
- Tracked industry developments and market trends to maintain a competitive advantage.
- Built networks with professionals and organisations to expand contacts and opportunities.
- Monitored partner performance and provided feedback for continuous improvement areas.
- Coordinated with external auditors to support smooth engagement collaboration.
- Mapped client process improvements, resulting in significant cost savings and increased efficiency.
- Assessed financial accounting and controllership risks and opportunities across engagements.
- Applied regulatory compliance checks throughout each stage of the audit process.
- Mentored junior auditors by guiding best practices and development plans.
- Reduced client risk exposure through diligent assessment of financial risks.
- Advised clients on internal control design, enhancing fraud detection and prevention measures.
- Advised on civil construction trends and emerging conflicts with practical solutions.
- Supported internal and external audits by preparing documentation and answering queries.
- Managed month-end and year-end finance by reporting fixed assets data.
- Reconciled balance sheets and improved balance-sheet processes with best practices.
- Reviewed accounts for discrepancies, resolving variances and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Updated the general ledger with the latest entries and supporting details.
- Closed year-end accounts with controllers and external auditors for completion.
- Analysed financial statement discrepancies and recommended corrective actions for prevention.
- Reduced financial statement errors through review procedures and regular reconciliations.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules by coordinating asset acquisitions and disposals.
- Prepared and submitted quarterly and annual tax filings with compliance checks.
- Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and support liability readiness.
- Reviewed financial reports to determine correct tax and statement requirements.
- Trained junior staff to prepare statements, resolve discrepancies, and improve speed.
- Calculated tax depreciation rates for assets including technology and vehicles.
- Responded to tax notices with clarifications and additional required submissions.
- Applied new regulations by identifying changes and updating compliance actions.
- Maintained compliance with local and state tax requirements using best practices.
- Streamlined tax processes by implementing software tools and automation strategies.
- Reduced client tax liability by researching deductions and available credits.
- Negotiated repayment plans with taxing authorities for back-taxes and penalties.
- Reviewed client financial records to find tax savings and refund options.
- Used regulation knowledge to advise real estate healthcare technology manufacturers nonprofits.
- Assessed financial positions for risk exposure and recommended appropriate mitigations.
- Advised non-profit organisations to maintain tax-exempt status and eligible activities.
- Conducted complex tax audits by managing documentation and SARS inquiries.
- Improved payroll accuracy by reviewing time records and employee data.
- Consulted on complex payroll matters and tailored solutions to needs.
- Streamlined payroll processes by automating tasks and reducing manual steps.
- Collaborated with HR to develop benefits packages and raise retention.
- Kept payroll regulation compliance current by auditing and applying change updates.
- Completed payroll accurately and on time to meet employee expectations.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy and consistency.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximising cash flow.
Finance and Accounting Manager
Bongaz Suppliers and Trading Cc - Logistics
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Drove reporting accuracy using careful analysis and full data reconciliation processes.
- Improved departmental efficiency through standardised policies, procedures, and templates for routine tasks.
- Reduced errors and fraud by applying internal controls with regulatory compliance.
Accountant Consultant
Tanosa - Accounting and Tax Firm
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Facilitated the successful completion of annual external audits, resulting in clean audit opinions.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting systems and procedures.
- Supported budget development, monitored expenses, and forecasted future needs to promote fiscal responsibility.
- Developed custom financial reports for management review, aiding in strategic decision-making processes.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and accurate transaction recording.
- Advised clients on financial best practices, helping them make informed decisions about their businesses'' future directions.
- Implemented tax strategies to minimize liabilities for both individual clients and corporations.
- 10 Mentored junior staff members to improve their accounting skills and knowledge base, fostering team growth and development.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Improved cash flow management through careful monitoring of inflows and outflows.
- Optimized financial operations by identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate changes accordingly.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Mentored junior staff members to improve their accounting skills and knowledge base, fostering team growth and development.
- Developed start-up and scaling cost estimates for business plans proposed to venture capital firms.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South AfricaSkills
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Financial reporting
- Budget management
- Budgetary planning
- Financial forecasting
- Tax compliance expertise
- Tax planning expertise
- Risk assessment
- Internal controls
- Audit coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Transaction management
- Payroll administration
- Sage and QuickBooks proficiency
- Debt recovery measures
- Team leadership
- Debt recovery measures
Certification
- Licensed accountant in practice CIBA - 2016
- Certified Business Valuator, ACCA - 2024
- Tax Practitioner License SAIT- 2017
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Sesotho
Advanced
C1
Setswana
Intermediate
B1
Interests
- Walking or hiking
- Charity work
- Reading
- Social networking for business
- Economic debates and discusions with friend
- Family braai
Accomplishments
🏆 TAX & COMPLIANCE ACHIEVEMENTS
🏆 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & ADVISORY ACHIEVEMENTS 🏆 MENTORSHIP & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT ACHIEVEMENTS 🏆 PAYROLL & OPERATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS (Verified by Reference Letters)
🏆 ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS & SENIOR MANAGEMENT ACHIEVEMENTS
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Komsultant Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 06.2026
Finance and Accounting Manager
Bongaz Suppliers and Trading Cc - Logistics
02.2016 - 01.2019
Accountant Consultant
Tanosa - Accounting and Tax Firm
03.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
University of The Free State