Phumelele Thandolwethu Felicia Sikhakhane
Soweto,South Africa
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting Professional experienced in financial administration and general ledger maintenance. Delivered accurate reconciliations and month-end reporting within financial services environments while managing full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. Focused on transitioning into Financial Accountant role to enhance financial reporting, governance, and compliance within growth-oriented organisation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Finance & HR Administrator
MUSE CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Sandton, Gauteng
2025.07 - Current
- Processed supplier invoices and customer payments accurately in Sage
- Maintained and updated general ledger accounts
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and account reconciliations
- Assisted with payroll processing and statutory deduction monitoring
- Supported VAT preparation schedules and financial compliance documentation
- Assisted with audit preparation and ensured supporting documents were properly filed
- Monitored timesheets and ensured payroll accuracy prior to final submission
- Handled internal and external financial correspondence
Financial clerk
AFRICAN BANK
Midrand, Gauteng
2023.06 - 2025.06
- Processed and verified high-volume supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
- Performed supplier and customer account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies timeously
- Maintained accurate financial records within Sage and supported general ledger updates
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Followed up on outstanding invoices and payment discrepancies to maintain healthy cash flow
- Ensured compliance with financial regulations, audit requirements, and company policies
- Responded professionally to vendor and internal department queries
Education
Public finance and Accounting - Finance
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban 2021.01 - 2024.12
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Sage (Accpac/ Accounting/ Payroll)
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable (Full Function)
- Deadline-driven & structured month-end process
- Payroll Administration Support
- Invoice processing and payment VAT & Financial Compliance Support
- General Ledger Maintenance & Journal Processing
- Monthly Bank, Supplier & Customer Reconciliations
- Independent worker with accountability
Languages
English
Intermediate
Accomplishments
Professional Development
African Bank – Customer Management Banking Skills Programme (1 Year)
Completed structured training in banking operations, credit management, compliance processes, and customer account administration within a regulated financial services environment.
Timeline
Finance & HR Administrator
MUSE CONSULTANCY SERVICES
2025.07 - Current
Financial clerk
AFRICAN BANK
2023.06 - 2025.06
Public finance and Accounting - Finance
Mangosuthu University of Technology
2021.01 - 2024.12