Siziphiwe Nomathamsanqa Mabanga
Finance Clerk
East London,EC
Work Preference
Summary
I am a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional with strong experience in creditor payments, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, and supply chain processes. Skilled in supporting financial accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with MFMA, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and GRAP standards. Demonstrates initiative, accuracy, and the ability to perform efficiently under pressure. Committed to contributing to effective financial administration and organizational performance. I am
seeking a Finance Clerk / Financial Accounting Clerk position where I can apply my financial administration, reconciliation, and accounting skills to support efficient financial operations and ensure compliance with financial policies, regulations, and audit requirements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Finance Assistant
Lithaba Travels
East London
12.2025 - Current
- Handled accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely client collections and supplier payments
- Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
- Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Processed refunds, cancellations, and credit notes in accordance with airline and company policies
- Tracked supplier commissions and prepared financial summaries for management
- Coordinated with travel consultants and operations teams to resolve billing discrepancies
- Maintained accurate records of ticket sales, refunds, and reissues
- Ensured compliance with internal financial controls and travel industry regulations
Finance Intern
Sarah Baartman District Municipality
Port Elizabeth
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Creditor payment processes (Purchase order to Payment Vouchers)
- Perform supplier reconciliations in preparing requisitions for payments.
- Reconcile purchase orders to invoices.
- Ensure invoices are accurately captured on the system daily.
- Receive and check all payment requisitions in accordance with municipality’s policies and procedures.
- Ensure that the banking details on supplier invoices match that of the creditor being paid.
- Respond to all queries relating to payments.
- Perform monthly supplier reconciliations to support all payments to approved suppliers.
- Deal with queries from creditors and staff regarding payments, and
- Provide monthly creditors age analysis for review.
- Bank reconciliation and other bank matching
- Insurance claims.
- VAT related recons, investigations, and appropriations
- Treasury reporting requirements (A1 and B1 Schedule and Quarterly reports)
- Budget preparation and management, compliance with MFMA
- Preparation of Annual and Interim Financial Statements
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual reports, and
- Management of municipal assets.
- Supply chain processes for requisitions. (Quotations to Purchase Orders)
- Formal Quote Processes
- Served on Bid and Quote Committees (Specifications, Evaluation and Observed Adjudication)
- Contribute in the design and development of the Asset Management System.
- Ensure that all assets are insured and damages to assets are claimed on time
- Ensure all assets are recorded and barcoded in the asset register
- Using AMS360 to perform physical asset verification and submit reports, ensuring compliance
- Accuracy, and alignment with financial reporting requirements.
- Establish the asset management capability of the organization
- Monitor and review the capturing of all physical assets in the physical asset management register
- Monitor and review the allocation of assets in accordance with the relevant policy and procedures
- Manage the determination of the asset allocation according to policy and procedure of the organization
- Manage capturing asset information on the inventory list (room list) of the asset holder
- Make follow up on missing assets to ensure that they are accounted for
- Manage the performance of asset verification according to prescribed time frames
- Compile reports on the state of assets
- Ensure compliance with Supply Chain Management policies.
- Manage the disposal process.
- Follow asset management procedure for all assets always delivered as per policy and procedure – updated asset registers.
- Assist with Facility Management processes. Assist in any other Supply Chain Management responsibilities as advised by the SCM Manager
- Manage the transfer of inter organizational assets.
- Manage the improvement of operational controls as reported on by Internal Audit
- Oversee daily operations of the fleet to ensure availability and efficiency.
- Assign and schedule vehicles for staff, projects, and official duties.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle allocation and usage.
- Monitor vehicle conditions and arrange for regular service, inspections, and repairs.
- Ensure vehicles comply with safety standards and roadworthiness requirements.
- Maintain a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce breakdowns.
- Ensure all vehicles have valid licenses, registrations, and roadworthy certificates.
- Manage vehicle insurance policies, claims, and renewals.
- Keep up-to-date records of logbooks, mileage, and fuel usage.
- Monitor fuel consumption and investigate irregular usage.
- Implement cost-control measures to reduce fleet operational expenses.
- Prepare reports on fuel, maintenance, and operational costs.
- Assign drivers to vehicles and monitor performance.
- Ensure drivers comply with company policies, traffic laws, and safety standards.
- Provide training on defensive driving, safety, and proper vehicle use.
- Verify assets (vehicles, equipment) using fleet management systems (e.g., AMS360 or other software).
- Monitor GPS tracking systems to ensure proper vehicle routes and reduce misuse.
- Conduct regular audits of fleet assets.
- Prepare fleet performance reports for management.
- Analyze trends on fuel, repairs, and usage to recommend improvements.
- Support budgeting and forecasting for fleet operations.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of employee salaries, bonuses, and deductions.
- Manage payroll schedules (monthly)
- Oversee compliance with employment contracts, leave policies, and statutory regulations.
- Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate reports.
- Perform internal audits on payroll data to ensure accuracy.
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies or irregularities.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws and labor regulations (e.g. PAYE, UIF, SDL in South Africa).
- File statutory returns accurately and on time (e.g. EMP201, EMP501, IRP5s).
- Liaise with government institutions such as SARS and the Department of Labour.
- Generate payroll reports for management, finance, and audit purposes.
- Prepare costing reports, journals, and summaries for the general ledger.
- Provide variance analysis and explanations on payroll movements.
- Maintain payroll systems and ensure employee records are up to date.
- Implement system upgrades or improvements where necessary.
- Ensure data confidentiality and integrity in all payroll transactions.
- Address employee queries related to payslips, leave, tax, and deductions.
- Assist employees with tax directives and retirement fund queries.
- Educate staff on payroll procedures when needed.
- Work closely with HR on new hires, terminations, benefits, and leave adjustments.
- Collaborate with the finance team on budgeting, forecasts, and reconciliations.
- Ensure alignment between HR master data and payroll systems.
- Administer and process employee benefits such as medical aid, pensions, and provident funds.
- Handle third-party payments (e.g. garnishees, insurance stop orders, unions, medical aid, Bonds, etc.).
- Prepared and posted financial journal entries using technically relevant software.
- Supported organizational account management duties under direct supervision.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication, fostering trust and satisfaction.
- Reviewed expense reports for accuracy, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
General Operator
Yanfeng Automotive
East London
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Assembled components according to company standards and quality requirements.
- Followed operating procedures and adhered to safety regulations.
- Reported production and quality issues to supervisors.
- Ensured correct labeling, trimming, and packaging of components.
- Assisted in the training and development of new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Worked closely with quality control teams to address any non-conformance issues promptly, ensuring consistent product quality across all output batches.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, offering ideas for improvement, and supporting colleagues when needed.
Education
Municipal Finance Management Programme - MFMP
Ilinge Labantu Institute
Port Elizabeth, South Africa12-2023
Advanced Diploma - Internal Auditing
Walter Sisulu University
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Internal Auditing
Walter Sisulu University
East London, South Africa12-2020
National Higher Certificate - Accountancy
Walter Sisulu University
East London, South Africa12-2018
Matric - Matric
Pakamani Senior Secondary School
Engcobo, Eastern Cape 01.2012 - 12.2014
Skills
Creditor Payments & Reconciliations
Invoice Capturing & Verification
Bank & VAT Reconciliations
Knowledge of PFMA, MFMA, GRAP & Treasury Regulations
Payroll Processing & Statutory Compliance
Asset Management & Inventory Control
Report Preparation (Monthly, Quarterly, Annual)
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
AMS360 Asset Management System
Bank statement reconciliation
Time management abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Bank reconciliation
Skilled in Sage 300, APPX and QuickTrav Systems
Database record keeping
GAAP principles
References
- Nomvula, Ntambi, Director, 083 239 9921, Lithaba Travels (Lithaba Basadi Investment)
- Nomakhaya, Williams, Accountant (Budget & Reporting), 041 508 7071, 072 963 9969, Sarah Baartman District Municipality
- Andre, Myburgh, Asset Management, 084 283 5730, Sarah Baartman District Municipality
- T., Kramer, Accountant (Expenditure), 041 508 7151, 084 257 1367, Sarah Baartman District Municipality
- S., Meyers / Thamsanqa Tapile, Coordinator, 073 955 9724, 073 449 7597, Yanfeng Automotive
Personal Details
- Driver’s Licence: C1
- Health: Excellent
- Languages: English & IsiXhosa
- Citizenship: South African
- Race: Black
- Gender: Female
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Finance Assistant
Lithaba Travels
12.2025 - Current
Finance Intern
Sarah Baartman District Municipality
11.2022 - 10.2025
General Operator
Yanfeng Automotive
03.2021 - 10.2022
Matric - Matric
Pakamani Senior Secondary School
01.2012 - 12.2014
Advanced Diploma - Internal Auditing
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
Municipal Finance Management Programme - MFMP
Ilinge Labantu Institute
National Diploma - Internal Auditing
Walter Sisulu University
National Higher Certificate - Accountancy
Walter Sisulu University