Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting. Proven ability to streamline processes, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulations. Adept at managing financial records and delivering accurate reports to support strategic decision-making. Strong communication skills foster collaboration and build trust, while a commitment to continuous improvement drives cost-saving initiatives and business growth.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Spencer Gore Construction (Pty) Ltd
02.2019 - Current
- Managed financial accounts, reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow to maintain accurate records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximising cash flow.
- Coordinated month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Produced monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
- Posted journal and ledger entries, prepared financial statements and reports and closed books.
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
- Analysed financial data to produce monthly reports, providing insights into company performance for stakeholders.
- Reviewed financial statements and tax audits in detail to identify and correct discrepancies.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies.
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies in financial records, maintaining high standards of accuracy.
- Completed detailed reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards.
- Maintained updated chart of accounts following correct procedures and including current, accurate details.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual reviews, facilitating a transparent and efficient audit process.
- Oversaw payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.
- Calculated, prepared and filed payroll taxes for clients.
- Prepared and submitted VAT returns in compliance with HMRC regulations, minimising company tax liabilities.
- Established and maintained relationships with banking institutions, optimising financial operations and services.
- Developed and maintained internal control systems to prevent errors and fraud in financial transactions.
- Streamlined accounting processes through the implementation of new software, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Compiled financial information, figures and forecasts for budgetary decision-making.
Debt Collector
Blake & Associates
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Achieved debt collection targets in line with agreed deadlines.
- Reduced total number of outstanding accounts by consistently pursuing debtors and reclaiming owed funds.
- Collected on aging and past due accounts, coordinating sustainable payment arrangements to encourage remittance.
- Managed collection calls and negotiated payment arrangements with debtors to minimise outstanding balances.
- Contacted debtors regarding overdue payments to facilitate timely resolution. to offer assistance in difficult situations and set up payment plans.
- Implemented payment reminders via email, SMS, and phone calls, increasing successful repayment rates.
- Engaged debtors through multiple channels to address concerns in writing, in person, or by phone.
- Contacted customers to resolve issues and update accounts on past-due payments.
- Confirmed payment arrangements and finalised customer payment dates and contact information.
- Handled debtor enquiries and complaints with empathy and professionalism, ensuring high levels of customer service.
- Adhered to company data collection processes to verify data integrity and reduce risk of data loss.
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01.2016 - 01.2017
- Processed invoices and payment runs with complete accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
01-2019
- [Degree] Graduate
High School
01-2012
- High school
Skills
- Accounts payable
- Accounts payable management
- Payroll administration
- Bank reconciliations
- Account reconciliations
- Cash flow management
- Cash book reconciliation
- General ledger accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Account reconciliation processes
- Budget forecasting
- Balance sheet competency
- VAT return preparation
- Tax return filing
- Internal controls
- Accounting software expertise
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
- [Area of study] certified
- Level [Number] [Area of certification]
Timeline
Accountant - Spencer Gore Construction (Pty) Ltd
02.2019 - Current
Debt Collector - Blake & Associates
12.2017 - 02.2019
Test - test
01.2016 - 01.2017
University of Kwa Zulu Natal - Bachelor of Business Administration,
Greenbury Secondary - , High School