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Samukelisiwe Ngubane

Johannesburg,South Africa

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with expertise in accounts payable and receivable, creative thinking, and communication proficiency. Demonstrates strong resource allocation skills and cultural awareness, ensuring efficient operations in diverse environments. Adept at time-management and emotional intelligence, contributing to effective team collaboration and project success. Committed to leveraging these skills to drive organizational growth and excellence.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Advance Deposits Clerk

Sun International Head Office
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2015 - Current


Client Liaison Officer:

-Communicated client feedback to leadership teams and identified improvement possibilities.

-Liaised with marketing teams to identify new audience and business opportunities.

-Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving inquiries

-Completed bookings and reservation amendments using hospitality property management software.


Client Payment Administrator:

-Managed client payment records, enhancing data accuracy.

-Processing and balancing credit card payments.

-Applied accounting and bookkeeping knowledge to identify areas of weakness and opportunities for improvement in financial systems.

-Reviewed reports on cash inflows and outflows and made necessary adjustments to meet company needs.

-Drew up reports on cash balances and other financial activities for management review.

Accounts Assitant

Protea Hotel by Marriott Rooderpoort
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2013 - 01.2014

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable:

- Reduced risk by assessing the creditworthiness of potential clients.

- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to company policies and regulations.

- Handled financial transactions, creating and filing accurate records.


Human Resources and Payroll:

-Collaborated with human resources department for smooth onboarding to streamline employee data.

- Collected and evaluated timesheets and managed electronic timekeeping systems.

3rd Year Management Trainee

Protea Hotel by Marriot Fire & Ice
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2011 - 01.2012


Guest Relations: 2011-2012

- Trained new members in guest relations team, helping them understand job responsibilities better.

- Managed VIP guest relations effectively, guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction.

Debt Controller:

-Verified customer identification for credit card purchases diligently, ensuring fraud prevention measures were in place.

Credit Card & Forex Payment Vetting:

-Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements to maintain company reputation.

-Managed foreign exchange transactions by following regulatory guidelines.

2nd Year Management Trainee

Protea Hotel by Marriott Umhlanga Ridge
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
01.2010 - 12.2010

Reservations Manager:

-Maintained accurate records of bookings on hotel reservation system and forecasted probable revenue streams.

-Addressed customer complaints, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat bookings.

Stock Auditor:

- Investigated reported incidents of theft or damage, providing comprehensive reports on findings.

- Managed stock rotations to balance inventory of perishable products and minimize wastage.

Orientation & 1st Year Management Trainee

Protea Hotel Gold Reef City
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2008 - 01.2010


  • Receptionist

- Exhibited excellent multitasking skills by balancing various responsibilities simultaneously without compromising efficiency or quality of work output.

  • House- Keeping & Kitchen Standards Upkeep

- Trained new employees to uphold company's food preparation standards

Education

Higher National Diploma - Hospitality Management

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2009 - 12.2012

Diploma of Higher Education - Accomodation Operations and Services

Campus International Hotel School
Johannesburg, Gauteng
02.2007 - 12.2007

Diploma of Higher Education - Reception and Operations Services

Campus International Hotel School
Johannesburg, Gauteng
02.2007 - 12.2007

Skills

  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Creative thinking
  • Communication proficiency
  • Resource allocation
  • Cultural awareness
  • Time-management
  • Emotional intelligence

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advance Deposits Clerk

Sun International Head Office
01.2015 - Current

Accounts Assitant

Protea Hotel by Marriott Rooderpoort
01.2013 - 01.2014

3rd Year Management Trainee

Protea Hotel by Marriot Fire & Ice
01.2011 - 01.2012

2nd Year Management Trainee

Protea Hotel by Marriott Umhlanga Ridge
01.2010 - 12.2010

Higher National Diploma - Hospitality Management

University of Johannesburg
01.2009 - 12.2012

Orientation & 1st Year Management Trainee

Protea Hotel Gold Reef City
01.2008 - 01.2010

Diploma of Higher Education - Accomodation Operations and Services

Campus International Hotel School
02.2007 - 12.2007

Diploma of Higher Education - Reception and Operations Services

Campus International Hotel School
02.2007 - 12.2007
Samukelisiwe Ngubane