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SICELO NDUMISO DUBAZANA

SICELO NDUMISO DUBAZANA

Project Accountant
Johannesburg

Summary

To secure job offered and use my knowledge to the best of my ability and apply the principles needed in the business environment and become competent. To develop the necessary skills required in being considered a professional employee. To gain valued work experience and expand my technical and business acumen. To complete my accounting qualification which has been on hold for a while due to financial constraints.

I am a generalist who is always eager to learn new things. I adapt easily to new concepts and responsibilities. I have learned to communicate well with people of diverse languages hence I have developed good interpersonal and communication skills. I am a hard-working individual who is a great team player with ability to plan, organise, lead and control. I am self-motivated; able to set effective priorities to achieve immediate and long- term goals and operational deadlines. I have acquired much accounting knowledge through the practical experience I have, working in the gambling industry for the past 10 years and counting. I have solid knowledge of the gambling industry. I am proficient in most areas of Microsoft Office (Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) I am also proficient in the following accounting software: Sage Evolution 200, Sage Partner and Sage One Accounting.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project Accountant

Afrika Tikkun
Hyde Park
08.2024 - Current
  • Supported cash flow optimization efforts by actively monitoring outstanding accounts receivable balances and pursuing collections when needed.
  • Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
  • Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders, providing valuable insights into project performance.
  • Reviewed and approved timesheets for project employees.
  • Facilitated a smooth audit process with detailed documentation of project-related transactions, minimizing audit findings and recommendations.
  • Assisted in the development of annual operating budgets by gathering historical data, analyzing trends, and collaborating with department heads on projections.
  • Investigated expenses not billed to customers and vetted employee reasoning.
  • Optimized cash flow management, accurately forecasting project revenues and monitoring fund disbursements.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by providing timely financial data analysis for informed decision-making processes.
  • Ensured consistent application of company expense policies across all project teams by providing training and guidance on proper procedures.
  • Authorized and reviewed funds transfers into and out of project accounts.
  • Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation practices.
  • Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.

Accountant

Afrika Tikkun Services
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reconciling bank statements and financial records monthly.
  • Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 200 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.

Accountant

Afrika Tikkun Foundation
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Atomization of Fixed Asset Register Module on Sage Intacct

Accountant (unqualified)

Supabets Gaming Group
01.2013 - Current
  • As a Key Employee, Accredited by the National Gambling Board, I Maintaining and processing of accounts for 6 companies which consist of 18 branches, with each branch having its own bank account and cash on hand (point of sales) account
  • Processing intercompany journals
  • Cash and Cash equivalent in the for of bank cash on hand and credit cards
  • Preparation of VAT recons for submission at month end
  • Preparing Audit file and assisting auditors with queries
  • Depreciation journals
  • Supervision of a Finance team consisting of 12 individuals within the following divisions: accounts payable, treasury and operations
  • Monthly salary journals
  • Closing month ends
  • Processing of Online gambling transactions
  • Review and sign off gambling taxes
  • Revenue Recons - tying back GL transactions to the system
  • Ad hoc Duties

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Mancosa
Johannesburg
01.2026 - Current

Senior Certificate -

ST' ENDA'S SECONDERY SCHOOL

Skills

Microsoft Office

Internet

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Sage Evolution 200

Sage Partner

Sage One Accounting

Sage Intacct

Educationandtraining

ST' ENDA'S SECONDERY SCHOOL, 06/01/06, Senior Certificate (Matric), Mancosa, Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting - In progress

Personal Information

ID Number: 8903035362083

Timeline

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Mancosa
01.2026 - Current

Project Accountant

Afrika Tikkun
08.2024 - Current

Accountant

Afrika Tikkun Services
02.2024 - 07.2024

Accountant

Afrika Tikkun Foundation
11.2023 - 02.2024

Accountant (unqualified)

Supabets Gaming Group
01.2013 - Current

Senior Certificate -

ST' ENDA'S SECONDERY SCHOOL
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