Smangele Mpanza
Desiree
Pinetown
Summary
Dynamic financial leader with a proven track record at the Department of Social Development, excelling in budget management and strategic planning. Adept at enhancing team performance and driving operational efficiency, I leverage analytical thinking to implement innovative solutions, resulting in increased productivity and compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Management Accounting and Revenue
Department Of Social Development
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
05.2022 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Coordinate budgetary information and preparation of the MTEF budget.
- Manage the preparation and submission of the in-year monitoring reports to oversight structures.
- Acting in the capacity of Chief Financial Officer in absentia.
Deputy Director Provincial Budget Analyst
Department of Provincial Treasury
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
06.2014 - 04.2022
- Ensured regulatory compliance across all departments through diligent monitoring of policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Collaborated with other department heads to ensure smooth functioning of organizational activities.
- Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company''s mission and vision.
- Increased overall efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Enhanced communication within the organization through regular interdepartmental meetings and updates.
- Analyzed Strategic documents in alignments to financial resource allocated.
- Advised departments of legislative frameworks in order to ensure compliance in their resource allocation processes.
- Review departmental business plans in line with the DORA framework and advise on any changes.
- Presented Budget performance reports in the legislature i.e. departmental portfolio committee and finance portfolio committee.
- Provided training and guidance to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to professional development.
- Facilitated cross-department communication to ensure consistent understanding of budgetary goals and constraints.
- Evaluated procurement needs and projected expenditures.
- Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by providing detailed budget forecasts and variance analyses.
Deputy Director Provincial Budget Analyst
North West Provincial Treasury
Mafikeng, South Africa
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure smooth functioning of organizational activities.
- Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact.
- Liaised between organization and affiliates and managed networking relationships with public entities and national departments.
- Advanced professional development opportunities for staff members through targeted training programs designed to build skills essential for success in their roles.
- Prepared and submitted accurate, timely management and financial reports and project budgets in Excel, Microsoft Word and Presentation.
- Reviewed business plans and forecasts submitted by departments in line with the prescripts (DORA, PFMA and Treasury Regulations).
- Reviewed departmental strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with mission and vision.
- Analyze the Appropriation Statements of departments and provided guidance on year-end adjustments undertaken in line with the prescripts.
- Provided training and guidance to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to professional development.
- Facilitated department communication to ensure consistent understanding of budgetary goals and constraints.
- Compiled statistical data after each month-end closing.
- Advise departments on reducing unnecessary expenditures, reallocating funds to more critical areas.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by providing detailed budget forecasts and variance analyses.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on best practices in budget analysis and financial management.
- Analysis of requests for roll-overs in respect of both equitable share and conditional grants.
- Analyzed past spending trends to forecast future budget needs accurately.
- Facilitated training sessions on budget management for new employees, enhancing their efficiency.
- Participated in special projects as needed, providing valuable insights based on extensive knowledge of budget reforms.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by meticulously reviewing budget proposals for future MTEFs and projected expenditures.
- Achieved successful audit results through diligent record-keeping and strict adherence to internal controls.
Assistant Director Financial Management
Department Of Water And Sanitation
Durban, South Africa
02.2008 - 01.2013
- Reporting to the Director Finance presented strategic and financial performance plans of the province to national department and stakeholders.
- Attended capital budget committee and forums relating to water infrastructure development.
- Coordinated MTEF inputs form various programme managers and ensure compliance to Treasury Guidelines.
- Ensured alignment of Directorate operational plans and strategic plans of the department.
- Management and development of staff in line with the EPMDS.
- Provided inputs into the Appropriation Statement in line with accounting standards.
- Manage the resource allocation process in line with the MTEF submission prescripts.
- Develop organizational circulars, financial management policies and business processes.
- Monitor creditors payments and ensure creditors monthly reconciliations are undertaken.
- Ensure expenditure monitoring and reporting of infrastructure projects in line with allocated budgets.
- Maintain and reconcile conditional grants and donor funds in line with the prescribed frameworks.
- Development and reporting of the risk register and mitigating strategies.
- Manage the procurement of goods and services in line with SCM practice notes and prescripts.
- Manage the development of the procurement plan for the regional office and ensure monitoring and reporting.
- Manage the services for demand, acquisition, inventory and logistics management and disposal.
- Ensure accurate reporting on assets and disposal.
- Manage effective functioning of the bid evaluation and award committees.
- Ensure effective contract management systems are in place.
- Coordinate audit process with auditors and the line managers and ensure compliance to timeframes.
- Facilitate for the development of action plans to previous year audit findings.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance educational opportunities for students.
Senior Administrative Officer
Department Of Social Development
Utrecht, South Africa
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Acquired proper equipment, refreshments and supplies for meetings and supported needs of attendees.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends and areas for improvement in organizational performance.
- Ensured compliance with policies and government regulations through rigorous monitoring of processes and procedures.
- Represented company at internal and external forums and committees for effective corporate communication and collaboration.
- Improved communication within the team by organizing regular meetings and providing clear guidelines for projects.
- Prepared reporting and documentation in Excel, Microsoft Word and Presentations to support effective reporting for the Service Office.
- Managed staff development, underperformance issues and employee relations to adopt consistent, fair and objective decision-making in with the EPMDS.
- Coordinated budget inputs in line with prescribed formats.
- Ensure compliance to policies for assets management and transport management.
- Prepare monthly expenditure projections and submit to Regional Office.
- Oversaw budget preparation and financial reporting, maintaining accurate records and reducing discrepancies.
Administrative Officer
South African Revenue Service
Golela Border Post
03.2002 - 01.2008
- Maintained accurate records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and financial reports.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Improved communication within the organization through regular updates on policies, procedures, and key events.
- Enhanced overall office productivity through effective staff management and coordination of daily tasks.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Daily recording of revenue collected and upload in the system for consolidation.
- Prepare revenue forecasts on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
- Ensure all suspense accounts in the bank account are cleared timeously before month-end closure dates.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Management College of South Africa
Durban, South Africa 07.2019 - 07.2019
Certificate - Cost Management Accounting
Certified Institute For Bookkeepers
Johannesburg, South Africa 03.2012 - 03.2012
National Diploma - Public Administration
Durban Institute of Technology
Durban, South Africa 04.2002 - 04.2002
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Operations management
Budget control
Decision-making
Strategic planning
Verbal and written communication
Creativity and innovation
Legal and regulatory compliance
Human resources management
Timeline
Director Management Accounting and Revenue
Department Of Social Development
05.2022 - Current
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Management College of South Africa
07.2019 - 07.2019
Deputy Director Provincial Budget Analyst
Department of Provincial Treasury
06.2014 - 04.2022
Deputy Director Provincial Budget Analyst
North West Provincial Treasury
02.2013 - 05.2014
Certificate - Cost Management Accounting
Certified Institute For Bookkeepers
03.2012 - 03.2012
Assistant Director Financial Management
Department Of Water And Sanitation
02.2008 - 01.2013
Senior Administrative Officer
Department Of Social Development
02.2008 - 05.2008
National Diploma - Public Administration
Durban Institute of Technology
04.2002 - 04.2002
Administrative Officer
South African Revenue Service
03.2002 - 01.2008