SHAISTA KHAN
Group Commercial Accountant
Durban
Summary
SHAISTA KHAN OBJECTIVES
I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure mid-level accounting and management positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
As a dedicated and self-motivated qualified Financial Accountant, I am an outstanding team player, passionate about delivering the highest level of overall service. I perform well in high-pressured environments and thrive on new experiences allowing me the opportunity to learn and discover new cultures. I have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. I have vast experience working within various disciplines and functioning within the multidisciplinary team. Some of my greatest attributes are my time management skills, working in a fast-paced environment, a great team player, skilled and educated, critical thinker, adapt well to change, accountability & honesty.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I am seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Group Commercial Accountant
BERRY ASTRAPAK
Durban
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Group Financial Accountant
CCI SA
Durban
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Financial Accountant
Tropic Plastic and Packaging (Pty) Ltd
Durban
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Trained 5 employees on established practices and accounting protocols to eliminate workflow snarls and tracking concerns.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Syspro.
Trainee Auditor
Nkonki KZN incorporating Mahomedy Omar Paruk
Durban
12.2007 - 01.2014
- Proofread audit and tax reports and year-end financial statements to verify accuracy.
- Developed understanding of company audit methodology, approach and tools while working under supervision of licensed auditors.
- Reviewed multiple clients' systems and procedures for internal control to assess for compliance and signs of fraud.
- Performed analytical review of audit documents.
- Reviewed clients' operating systems and procedures for internal control to assess for compliance and signs of fraud.
- Used Excel to create and manage budgets, balance sheets and other related financial statements.
- Identified major risk areas and gaps in internal controls, process notes and risk control matrices to plan and perform audit procedures.
- Inspected cash on hand, notes receivable and payable and negotiable securities to confirm accurate records.
- Assisted in office administration and client communication to help manage auditors' workload.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Prepared annual reports and other documentation to support licensed auditor's opinions.
- Reviewed clients' operating systems and procedures for internal control to assess for compliance and signs of fraud.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management
MANCOSA
Durban, South Africa 06.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting Sciences
UNISA
Durban, South Africa 01.2011 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Kharwastan Secondary School
Durban, South Africa 01.2000 - 12.2004
Skills
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Timeline
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management
MANCOSA
06.2020 - 06.2021
Group Commercial Accountant
BERRY ASTRAPAK
09.2018 - 01.2023
Group Financial Accountant
CCI SA
04.2016 - 08.2018
Financial Accountant
Tropic Plastic and Packaging (Pty) Ltd
03.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting Sciences
UNISA
01.2011 - 06.2014
Trainee Auditor
Nkonki KZN incorporating Mahomedy Omar Paruk
12.2007 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Kharwastan Secondary School
01.2000 - 12.2004
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