Siphiwe May
Accountant
Johannesburg
Summary
A self-starter and results-driven professional with a forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Determined and commitment to excellence. Seeking to maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accountant (Contract Role)
Clientele Life
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Mitigated impacts on financial accounting and business operations by working proactively to identify and resolve strategic concerns.
- Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
Accountant /Small Business Owner
Inala Advisory
Johannesburg
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Business strategy and implementation
- Customer development and support
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
Financial Accountant
Electromechanica
Johannesburg
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
- Minimized losses and checked compliance with internal protocols by analyzing and preparing effective annual budgets.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Produced timely and accurate financial and progress reports and submitted for consideration during key decision-making process.
SAICA Article Clerk
PKF Octagon
Johannesburg
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Advanced Diploma in Accounting Science
University of South Africa
08.2014 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Commerce: Accounting
University of The Witwatersrand
02.2010 - 12.2013
Matric
Roedean School (SA)
01.2005 - 12.2009
Skills
Financial Management and Budgeting
Strategic planning and Business Development
Business administration
Verbal and non-verbal communication
Building teams and relationships
Organised and Disciplined
MS Office Suite
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Accountant (Contract Role)
Clientele Life
11.2023 - 08.2024
Accountant /Small Business Owner
Inala Advisory
09.2021 - 11.2023
Financial Accountant
Electromechanica
06.2018 - 03.2021
SAICA Article Clerk
PKF Octagon
01.2015 - 04.2018
Advanced Diploma in Accounting Science
University of South Africa
08.2014 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Commerce: Accounting
University of The Witwatersrand
02.2010 - 12.2013
Matric
Roedean School (SA)
01.2005 - 12.2009