Ruth Zifamba
Business Consultant
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Summary
Highly organised and results oriented business consultant in the technology industry, with over 20 years of post-qualifying experience. Proven ability to manage business operations, identify areas of improvement, and develop standard operating procedures for effective and profitable business practice. Experience includes working with clients in various industries, including, technology, public sector, consultancy, and labour outsourcing. Offers advanced abilities in tackling issues impacting the team and the business success. Eager to leverage my skills and experience to transition into a Senior Business Analyst role and contribute from a leadership perspective.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farmer
Crop Culture Group (Pty) Ltd
Brits
01.2020 - Current
- Supervision of day-to-day operations, Social media interaction and advertising, Client liaison, Invoicing, Quotation Pricing
Senior Consultant
NEXTEC Advisory
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Created and updated Bid Register on a regular basis, Updated the Bid Tendering Board on assessing whether to bid or not using risk matrix, Captured Business Unit Bid information on Microsoft Dynamics CRM system, Coordinated Bid Response Completion from Kick-off to submission, Assisted with Contract Review and Vetting Sub-contractors & third-party Vendors, Independently Completed Know Your Customer Kit, Updated Quotation Pricing, Edited Tender Solution/ Technical Response, Reported on Post Bid review, Participated in Presentation Preparation
Senior Consultant
EOH Smart Advisory
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Minute Taking monthly for EXCO and Board Meetings as well as daily MEA departmental meeting, Reviewed for sign-off, Project Payment terms (SLA/ Contracts), Compiled Project Budget Variance Reports for Project Managers, Distributed Project Travel and Cost reports, Completed templates and loaded onto the accounting system Project Budgets Forecasts, Prepared month end Reports and Presentations on Financial Analysis, Created & Maintained Acquisitions Due Diligence Checklist for Divisional Head for weekly meeting, Completed HR templates for Performance Review and Administration, and KPI Reporting, Organised Business Unit events including venue and Calendar invites
Business Consultant
SABC (EOH Fixed Asset Register Project)
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Compiled Reconciliation of verified assets against baseline the FAR, Scheduled Activities with Technical Lead, Assisted with Research on dedicated Fixed Asset Management issues, Mentored and Supervised assigned Verification Team, Actively Participated in Data Cleansing for SAP upload of Assets Master data, Researched and Prepared questionnaire then conducted interviews with Department Staff to develop Standard Operating Procedures and Manuals, Weekly submission for the consolidated Project Risk Log, Training of client designated members
Finance and Administration Manager
Polybag Plastics
05.2013 - 01.2014
- I was hired to pilot a restructuring exercise and create standard operating procedures, and to oversee the core business functions of the company giving attention to administration, business development and finance
Administration Manager
The Core Computer Business Group, Apple Premium Reseller T/A iStore Vodaworld
06.2011 - 04.2013
- Hired to manage the administration and finance function of the iStore in Vodaworld
- Was custodian of store assets, my duties include all the stock movements with correct pricing as well as merchandising
Financial Administrator
The Workforce Group, Head Office, Parktown
11.2008 - 05.2011
- Focus was on Creditors control
Bookkeeper/Accountant
CAB Platinum Store, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton
07.2007 - 09.2008
- Hired to manage and oversee the financial, and stock management functions
Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Accounting And Business Management
09.2003
Skills
Business Analysisundefined
Positions Previously Held
- Finance and Administration Manager, Polybag Plastics, 05/01/13, 01/01/14, Polybag Plastics CC is a family-owned plastic manufacturer that supplies plastic packaging to distribution channels in the Gauteng region.
- Administration Manager, The Core Computer Business Group, Apple Premium Reseller T/A iStore Vodaworld, 06/01/11, 04/01/13, The Core Group was the sole authorized distributor and reseller for Apple in South Africa. Core represents some of the world’s premier professional and consumer technology brands in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Financial Administrator, The Workforce Group, Head Office, Parktown, 11/01/08, 05/01/11, The Workforce Group is a listed company on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Their head-office is situated in Johannesburg with divisions, subsidiaries, and several branches throughout South Africa. They are a staffing and labour provider offering services that range from staff wellness and health to lifestyle and recruitment as well as consulting products.
- Bookkeeper/Accountant, CAB Platinum Store, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, 07/01/07, 09/01/08, CAB was a premium Apple reseller. They were a distributor and reseller of Apple products and accessories before they liquidated in 2008.
Training And Education
- Solusi University, 09/01/97, 09/01/03, Bachelor of Business Administration Degree, Major in Accounting, SAQA Accredited NQF 7
- SAP Academy, South Africa, 2013, SAP Certified Application Associate – Financial Accounting (C_TFIN52_64) FI
- The Southern African Asset Management Association, 2016, Member
- EOH In-House Training, 03/01/17, Project Management for Consultants
References
- Zanele Mgwadla, Proposal Analyst, Mimecast (Pty) Ltd, Mgwadla.zanele@gmail.com, +27 81 0566442
- Dr Muneebah Kara, Compliance Solutionist, Risk Evolves Ltd, UK, muneebahkara@gmail.com
Certification
SAP FI
Timeline
Farmer - Crop Culture Group (Pty) Ltd
01.2020 - Current
Senior Consultant - NEXTEC Advisory
09.2018 - 10.2019
Senior Consultant - EOH Smart Advisory
08.2015 - 08.2018
Business Consultant - SABC (EOH Fixed Asset Register Project)
02.2014 - 07.2015
SAP FI
06-2013
Finance and Administration Manager - Polybag Plastics
05.2013 - 01.2014
Administration Manager - The Core Computer Business Group, Apple Premium Reseller T/A iStore Vodaworld
06.2011 - 04.2013
Financial Administrator - The Workforce Group, Head Office, Parktown
11.2008 - 05.2011
Bookkeeper/Accountant - CAB Platinum Store, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton
07.2007 - 09.2008
Solusi University - Bachelor Of Business Administration, Accounting And Business Management
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