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Rakesh Vallabh Gosai
General Manager
Johannesburg
Summary
Accomplished General Manager at Kliptown Timber and Hardware, adept in operations management and fostering customer relationships, led to significant organizational growth. Expert in financial administration and team leadership, streamlined processes, and implemented cost-saving strategies, enhancing profitability and operational efficiency. Demonstrates a proven track record in improving financial performance and building strong partnerships.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
1827
1827
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
General Manager
Kliptown Timber and Hardware
Johannesburg
01.199 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
- Optimized supply chain logistics, ensuring timely delivery of products and significantly reducing transportation costs.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Financial Manager
Kliptown Shopping Centre
Johannesburg
07.1992 - 12.1998
- Optimized cash flow management strategies, ensuring sufficient funds were available for daily operations while maximizing returns on idle cash balances.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy through regular audits and reconciliations, leading to improved decision-making capabilities.
- Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive review, aiding in effective decision-making processes regarding growth opportunities and resource allocation.
- Analyzed budgets, financial reports, and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining budget processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Created and implemented effective accounting systems, best practices, and policies.
- Complied with all relevant regulations by maintaining detailed records of financial transactions, minimizing the risk of penalties or fines from regulatory authorities.
- Assumed ownership of accounting, forecasting and strategic supply planning.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Bookkeeper
at Kliptown Plaza
Johannesburg
05.1987 - 06.1992
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting Science - Accounting
UNISA
Johannesburg, South Africa 02.1991 - 11.1997
Skills
Operations management
Customer relationship management
Team leadership
Project management
Staff supervision
Operations oversight
Expense control
Budget analysis
Contract negotiations
Time management
Financial administration
P&L management
Cost analysis and savings
Verbal and written communication
Interests
Timeline
Financial Manager
Kliptown Shopping Centre
07.1992 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Accounting Science - Accounting
UNISA
02.1991 - 11.1997
Bookkeeper
at Kliptown Plaza
05.1987 - 06.1992
General Manager
Kliptown Timber and Hardware
01.199 - Current
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