SIMONE DU TOIT
Bookkeeper
Graaff Reinet
Summary
Detail-oriented bookkeeper with over 7 years of experience in accounting, specializing in accurate record-keeping and financial transaction management. Proficient in Pastel, with expertise in tracking expenses, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. A strong commitment to diligence and precision enhances the ability to maintain organized financial records, contributing to overall operational efficiency. Extensive knowledge of accounting principles supports effective decision-making and fosters trust in financial reporting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Bookkeeper
Multi Tool Hire
Graaff-Reinet
08.2017 - Current
- Implemented physical and digital filing systems for company documents so that team members could access records easily.
- Responsible for controlling and managing all document processes including reviewing files, records and critical information, confirming accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures of company.
- Balanced accounts by verifying all data to eliminate discrepancies for incoming and outgoing cash and wire transfers.
- Used financial software to track, verify, and approve and reconcile accounts payable and receivable, and produced monthly balance sheets.
- Using mathematical skills, calculated totals, checked figures, and corrected mistakes found in physical and digital files.
- Implemented automation to office procedures including updating data communications, corresponded with clients, and conducted daily filing of records.
- Discussed financial discrepancies with Manager and made plans for possible remedies.
- Maintained accurate records in ledgers and journals in order to produce financial reports.
- Accurately recorded expenses and income for 1 businesses and processed error-free bank statements for 3 checking accounts.
- Balanced all accounts by following month-end accounting procedures.
- Used proper accounting reporting and procedures to record cash transactions and bank deposits.
- Used Pastel to record financial data and prepare financial reports.
- Verified and allocated all transactions.
- Handled all monthly bank reconciliations and monthly reporting.
- Set up a new company on Pastel and QuickBooks.
- General admin and reception work.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
Education
Certificate - QuickBooks Online Complex Issues and Advanced Techniques, Mastering QuickBooks Online, Sage Business Cloud Accounting 2020
Udemy
02.2020
GED Diploma - English, Maths, Science and Social Studies
Boston City Campus
07.2017
High School Diploma - Accounting, Business Management, Personal Finance, Maths, English, Psychology, Microsoft Excel
Acellus
11.2016
Skills
Collaborative teamwork skills
Strong organizational skills
Financial record accuracy
Analytical problem solving
Proficient in learning new skills quickly
Effective communication
Proficient in software applications
Invoice management
Accurate financial recordkeeping
Reconciliation of bank statements
Proficient in bookkeeping software
Customer service management
Contacts
simonedutoit00@gmail.com, 0626831727
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 23/08/2000
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code B
References
Laurent du Toit, Reference from Multi Tool Hire,
hire@multitoolhire.co.za,
084 855 8884
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Multi Tool Hire
08.2017 - Current
High School Diploma - Accounting, Business Management, Personal Finance, Maths, English, Psychology, Microsoft Excel
Acellus
Certificate - QuickBooks Online Complex Issues and Advanced Techniques, Mastering QuickBooks Online, Sage Business Cloud Accounting 2020
Udemy
GED Diploma - English, Maths, Science and Social Studies
Boston City Campus