Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
References
PERSONAL PROFILE
Timeline
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Shemoni Phelicia Swartz

Windhoek

Summary

Hardworking and detail-oriented accounting professional with over 8 years of experience in bookkeeping and the banking industry. Proven ability to manage financial transactions accurately, ensure compliance within the banking industry, and lead teams efficiently. Strong knowledge of SAP and COUPA accounting systems as well as Microsoft excel and BOL, with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Committed to continuous professional development and delivering high-quality results within deadlines.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor: Accounts Payable

Standard Bank Namibia
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervise and monitor the accounts payable team ensuring accurate, timely payment processing.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and payment discrepancy resolutions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to improve automation and systems in accounts payable.
  • Prepare financial reports, conduct bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Manage accounts receivable functions including invoicing, reconciliation, and clearing.
  • Handle audit queries and resolve client financial inquiries efficiently.

Consultant: Accounts Payable

Standard Bank Namibia
06.2017 - 12.2024
  • Captured invoices on SAP and COUPA, ensured timely vendor payments, monthly account reconciliations and preparing month end accrual journals.
  • Approved employee claims and maintained strong procurement relationships.
  • Responded to audit and internal/external financial queries.
  • Assisted management with financial feedback and ledger account updates.

Junior Tax Compliance Officer

Stier Vente Associates and Chartered Accountants
02.2017 - 06.2017
  • Processed VAT and Personal Tax Returns, managed filing and communication with tax authorities.
  • Supported administrative and financial tasks related to tax compliance.

Cashier

Nictus
11.2016 - 02.2017
  • Managed cash handling and controlled debtor and creditor accounts.

Bookkeeper

Essie and Associates Accounting Services CC
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Processed VAT and Personal Tax Returns and prepared financial statements.
  • Carried out various financial and administrative duties.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Stadio
01.2024

Advanced Diploma - Accounting Science

University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2020

Bachelor - Accounting

Polytechnic of Namibia / Namibia University of Science and Technology
01.2016

Diploma - Accounting and Finance

Polytechnic of Namibia / Namibia University of Science and Technology
01.2015

Grade 12 -

Jan Möhr Secondary School
01.2011

Skills

  • VAT and Personal Tax Returns processing
  • Financial statement preparation and review
  • Accounts payable and receivable management
  • Vendor reconciliation and invoice processing
  • Bank reconciliations and journal entries
  • Tax compliance and engagement with tax authorities
  • Internal and external audit support
  • SAP and COUPA proficiency
  • Team supervision and leadership
  • Financial reporting and ledger management
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

English – Excellent
Afrikaans – Excellent

References

  • C., Kloppers, Principal, 061 – 237 542, Jan Möhr Secondary School, Windhoek
  • D., Van Wyk, Manager, 061 – 271 210, 081 221 0814, Essie and Associates Accounting Services CC, Windhoek
  • N., Van Zyl, Manager, 061 – 264 440, Stier Vente Associates, Windhoek
  • E., Nkoshi, 061 – 294 2149, Standard Bank Namibia, Windhoek

PERSONAL PROFILE

I am a hardworking, honest, loyal, and trustworthy professional who takes every task seriously and consistently meets deadlines. I am motivated, detail-oriented, and thrive in opportunities to learn new skills and contribute positively to my team and organization. I am committed to long-term professional growth and excellence in all my endeavors. . I am also enthusiastic about leveraging my skills to contribute to a dynamic team, with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.

Timeline

Supervisor: Accounts Payable

Standard Bank Namibia
01.2025 - Current

Consultant: Accounts Payable

Standard Bank Namibia
06.2017 - 12.2024

Junior Tax Compliance Officer

Stier Vente Associates and Chartered Accountants
02.2017 - 06.2017

Cashier

Nictus
11.2016 - 02.2017

Bookkeeper

Essie and Associates Accounting Services CC
05.2015 - 08.2016

Advanced Diploma - Accounting Science

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Bachelor - Accounting

Polytechnic of Namibia / Namibia University of Science and Technology

Diploma - Accounting and Finance

Polytechnic of Namibia / Namibia University of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Stadio

Grade 12 -

Jan Möhr Secondary School
Shemoni Phelicia Swartz