RUVIMBO MHEYAMWA
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Experienced and accomplished Chartered Certified Accountant with an MBA and diverse board experience. Demonstrated expertise in strategic financial leadership, driving operational efficiency through Finance Shared Services strategies. Proficient in fostering collaboration and communication within finance teams, leading to enhanced employee development. Skilled in cash flow management, budgeting, and compliance with statutory regulations. Recognized for achievements in ERP implementations and streamlining invoicing processes. Seeking a challenging finance leadership role to drive business success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Manager: Finance Shared Services
Petra Diamond (mining)
08.2021 - Current
- Contribute to the formulation and implementation of the company Finance Shared Services strategy, systems, and standards, as an integral member of the Finance senior management team
- Responsible for group cash management strategy, automation strategy, establishing good working relationships, engagement and communication, financial reporting, audit monitoring and evaluation, risk management, and more.
- Develop & maintain automation strategy wrt. all operational financial processes through improving business processes, design and implement systems and ensure proper resourcing.
- Create a strong disciplined Finance Shared Services environment by the implementation of sound processes, systems and procedures & ensuring legislative compliance through system optimization & resource enablement.
- Establish & maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication with the Finance Function also contributing to succession planning and development of finance employees.
- Engagement & Communication: Engage internal & external stakeholders on Finance Shared Services related matters, and support BUs on Finance Shared Services related engagement, working within corporate stakeholder engagement & communication standards, guidelines, and strategies.
- Engagement & Communication: Establish & maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system within the Finance Shared Services Function.
- Enable decision making by senior management by communicating shared services reports, KPIs and metrics.
- Management of all property lease agreements (excl employee housing)Responsible for Financial Reporting; local treasury management; Group tax management: (income tax/PAYE/VAT etc. – local and international)
- Audit, Monitoring & Evaluation: Ensure that Finance Shared Services reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines, and schedules.
- Risk Management: Contribute to a sustainable process to identify, assess, and rank relevant Finance risk as these relate to the business and operations, to promote a Finance and risk-aware culture, ensure that any potential impact is understood, and facilitate effective decision making and risk mitigation.
- Safety, Health and Environment: Model behavior that is consistent with the Company Vision and Values.
Team Leader Finance and Admin
Invest Gold (Pty) Ltd (retail)
12.2015 - 07.2021
- Assist management and board of directors in defining overall business vision and strategy
- Interact with the CFO and other Executives to ensure effective functioning of the company.
- Assist in increase positive visibility of the company through strategic planning.
- Improving and updating polices and procedure to ensure these are aligned to the overall objections of the company.
- Establish and maintain relationships with all stakeholders.
- Responsible for finance-related functions such as reporting and analysis, budgeting, internal financial compliance, accounting processes, budget management, month-end close process, management accounts preparation, and more.
- Review and manage company’s financial risk register to ensure all controls are effectively implemented implemented.
- Ensure that all statutory and legal requirements of the organization are met and that the company is compliant.
- Oversee the management of all contracts and other financial commitments to maximize profits and minimize loses.
Group Finance/Payroll Manager
Sebata Group of Companies
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Supported Group in strategic planning and execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed finance administration, including internal controls, financial statement review, and regulatory compliance.
- Provided leadership to finance team through coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
- Oversaw treasury functions, including cash management, cash flow forecasting, and working capital management.
- Compiled and monitored budgets, prepared monthly management accounts, and provided management information for decision-making.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and reporting, including tax filings, director/shareholder transactions, and external audit coordination.
- Managed payroll responsibilities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions and compliance with tax regulations.
- Collaborated with Human Resources on payroll system implementation, testing, and maintenance.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Accountant/ Administrator
Olifants Trailer Rental (SA)
02.2011 - 01.2012
- Responsible for accounting procedures and controls, branch launch in Durban, and project management
- Successfully implemented accounting procedures and controls, played a pivotal role in branch launch in Durban.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Prepared and filed tax forms
- Leveraged finance and audit knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
Audit Supervisor
E&Y
01.2005 - 06.2010
- Reviewed audited financial, operational and regulatory compliance deficiencies and conducted follow-ups.
- Maintained communication clients throughout auditing process to deliver status updates.
- Planned and executed audit assignments, reporting to managers and engagement partners.
- Conducted client risk assessments, developed audit strategies, and ensured adherence to International Standards on Auditing.
- Provided value-added recommendations to client management, ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards and relevant GAAP/IFRS Financial Statement Disclosure Checklist.
Education
Chartered Certified Accountant -
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined
Heriot Watt University (EBS)
01.2022
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration - undefined
Heriot Watt University (EBS)
01.2021
Chartered Certified Accountant - undefined
ACCA
01.2019
Bachelor of Accounting Science - undefined
University of South Africa
01.2008
Skills
- Written Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Collaboration & Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Project Management
- Strategic Financial Leadership
- Supervision and leadership
- Problem Solving
- Financial Management
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder management
Board Experience
- Investgold (Pty) Ltd, EXCO member, 2016, 2021
- Chirandu Group of Companies, Board and Finance Committee Member, 2014, to date
- Sebata Group of Companies, EXCO, Board and Audit Committee Member, 2012, 2015
- Johannesburg Child welfare Society, Board Member, 2022, to date
Professional Achievements
- Petra Diamond (mining), Group Manager: Finance Shared Services, 08/2021 - Current, Spearheaded formulation and implementation of Finance Shared Services strategy, Played a pivotal role in developing and implementing group cash management strategy, Led automation strategy for financial processes, Fostered excellent working relationships and effective communication within the Finance Function
- Invest Gold (Pty) Ltd (retail), Team Leader Finance and Admin, 12/2015 - 07/2021, Successfully transformed finance culture, Achieved a clean audit opinion, Led budgeting process, Ensured accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts and KPIs
- Sebata Group of Companies, Group Finance/Payroll Manager, 05/2012 - 10/2015, Led successful ERP system implementation, Implemented efficient invoicing system, Ensured smooth migration to VIP payroll system, Implemented comprehensive manual for enhanced organizational efficiency
- Olifants Trailer (rental), Accountant/Administrator, 02/2011 - 01/2012, Drafted and implemented comprehensive accounting procedures and controls, Played a pivotal role in the successful launch of a new branch in Durban
Additional Competencies
- Efficient improvement through technology
- Cash Flow Forecasting, Budgeting, and Financial Management
- Strategic planning and implementation
- Financial Reporting & Consolidation, Management Reporting and Audits preparation
- People management - (onboarding, training, and Performance)
- Performance Improvement, Problem Solving
- Compliance to Statutory Regulations
Timeline
Group Manager: Finance Shared Services
Petra Diamond (mining)
08.2021 - Current
Team Leader Finance and Admin
Invest Gold (Pty) Ltd (retail)
12.2015 - 07.2021
Group Finance/Payroll Manager
Sebata Group of Companies
05.2012 - 10.2015
Accountant/ Administrator
Olifants Trailer Rental (SA)
02.2011 - 01.2012
Audit Supervisor
E&Y
01.2005 - 06.2010
Chartered Certified Accountant -
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined
Heriot Watt University (EBS)
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration - undefined
Heriot Watt University (EBS)
Chartered Certified Accountant - undefined
ACCA
Bachelor of Accounting Science - undefined
University of South Africa
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