Sage Online Accounting
Sandi Pautz
Financial Manager And Accountant
Somerset West
Summary
Accomplished Financial Manager with a proven track record enhancing financial processes and implementing cash flow management strategies. Skilled in advanced financial analysis, budgeting, and fostering strong team dynamics. Experienced in financial software and IFRS knowledge.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Manager
African Service Centre
07.2022 - Current
- Cash Flow management, control and strategies
- Budget compilation and control, forecasting operational costs for projects
- Cost analysis and job/project costing
- Monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
- Accounting Reconciliations and controls
- Preparing and compilation of worksheets and Annual Financial Statements
- Customer and supplier management and control
- Created and implemented effective accounting systems, best practices and policies. Complied with all relevant regulations by maintaining detailed records of financial transactions. Implemented Internal audit procedures and financial controls
- Managed accounting-team data using Sage, entering and organizing payroll, adjustments and monthly accrual information.
- Filing of all required SARS returns (Payroll taxes, Vat, Income tax)
- Cultivated relationships with banking institutions, securing favorable loan terms and services.
- HR and payroll management using Sage. Staff management, control and disciplinary proceedures.
- Control and management of the banking profile and financial tasks.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- CIPC submissions and management (Beneficial ownership, adjustments and annual returns
Accountant
Pautz and Associates
10.2005 - 07.2022
- Managed accounting practise clients, their financial records, and their requests.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Interacted regularly with accounting practise clients
- Prepared monthly reporting, worksheets and Annual financial statements for clients
- Conducted audits and forensic audits of clients records as requested
- Prepared and submitted all SARS returns
- Used CIPC data base to create companies, amend details, submit Beneficial Ownership and annual returns
- Used draftworx for annual financial statement compilations
- Developed strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions
Financial Manager
Eunice School
01.1996 - 10.2005
- Budgeting and cash flow control
- Implemented and controlled accounting and audit procedures
- Managed accounting department and staff
- Controlled and presented accurate Accounting records and reports
- Management of banking accounts and control of funds
- Interacted with banking institutions regarding accounts, investments and organizational requirements
- Payroll management and processing
- Implemented systems to utilized assets to generate additional income
- Customer and client interaction and control. Implemented systems and controls to ensure accurate income generation.
- Supplier management and interaction. Implementation of purchasing procedures, cost savings and controls
Articled Trainee Clerk
Warner and Newton
02.1989 - 12.1995
- Annual audits and monthly accounting according to clients needs
- Developed strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy and compliance with legal requirements before submission to courts or regulatory bodies.
- Improved internal processes by organizing files, updating databases, and streamlining workflow efficiency.
Education
No Degree - Finance And Economics
Rhodes University Campus
East London 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kaffrarian High School
King Williams Town 04.2001 -
Skills
Advanced financial analysis and planning
Cash Flow Management
Budgeting and financial management accounting
Accounting procedures and control
Staff management and team building
Cost Accounting and Expense Control
Asset management and control
HR and Payroll administration
IFRS Knowledge
Financial Software Proficiency
Highly detail-oriented, strong work ethic and time management skills
Financial reporting and analysis
Software
Sage Online Payroll
MS Excel
MS Word
Pastel desktop Accounting
Pastel desktop Payroll
Draftworx
Online Data and document storage
Timeline
Financial Manager
African Service Centre
07.2022 - Current
Accountant
Pautz and Associates
10.2005 - 07.2022
No Degree - Finance And Economics
Rhodes University Campus
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kaffrarian High School
04.2001 -
Financial Manager
Eunice School
01.1996 - 10.2005
Articled Trainee Clerk
Warner and Newton
02.1989 - 12.1995
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