Business-minded Finance Professional promoting more than 18 years experience in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. I am looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity which will allow me to bring what I have learnt during my short break from corporate in which I consulted for SMME's to the fore.
Improved performance, hiring practices and management systems to facilitate success of client's organization.
Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand industry, market and company trends.
Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
Created monthly forecast templates and resource management allocations for approved projects.
Automated system e-commerce features to improve client sales.
Planned, directed, managed, supervised and coordinated all operations of the finance, administration and HR departments for South Africa and Kenya Subsidiaries.
Ensured Financial Planning & Control in line with global and regional strategy and ensured timely submission of financial and non-financial information for decision making and consolidation.
Mitigated risks to an appropriate level in line with corporate risk management strategy.
Safeguarded company assets.
Board Pack Preparation and familiarizing international Directors with the requirements of the Companies act.
Ensured that cash management strategy is in place to effectively manage foreign currency risk exposure also developed and maintained long term cash flow forecast for the region.
Lead the design and development of finance and Human resources strategies, policies and procedures for the ZA & Kenya Office in line with global practice and local legislation.
Collaborated with stakeholders to formulate long and short-term strategies for the growth of the entity within the SADC region. (Revenue 2018 R50 mil 2021 R240 mil).
Through analysing margins, I managed to ensure cost reductions by continuously reviewing suppliers.
Lead successful implementation of BBBEE strategy as well as sourcing compliant vendors and monitoring progress on scorecard for ZA.
Ensured the submission of statutory filings and compliance with local laws.
Feasibility studies and Resource Optimisation.
I was responsible for External Audit Pack Preparation (IFRS)and Compliance with Internal audit requirements as set out by the US. (GAAP)
Kept abreast of trends, legislation & best practices within the environment that impacted the business environment.
Developing and maintaining timely and accurate financial statements as per GAAP requirements.
Developing and implementation of adequate internal control procedures.
Monthly and Quarterly EXCO reporting packs.
Lead and consult on key financial and fiscal decisions.
Manage acquisition of capital assets and ensure proper recording, depreciation, and disposal as per corporate policy.
Develop and maintain cash management systems.
Financial forecasting and annual planning.
Financial and fiscal strategy setting and implementation.
Staff management.
Risk management.
Payroll Preparation and administration
Developing and maintaining timely and accurate financial statements as per GAAP requirements.
Developing and implementation of adequate internal control procedures.
Monthly and Quarterly EXCO reporting packs.
Lead and consult on key financial and fiscal decisions.
Manage acquisition of capital assets and ensure proper recording, depreciation, and disposal as per corporate policy.
Develop and maintain cash management systems.
Finance & Planning.
People Management.
Financial Management.
Corporate Risk Management.
Administrative Support.
Managerial skills
undefinedCompany Title Date Reason for Leaving
Medi – Clinic Manager: Administration and Finance Aug 2009 – Nov 2010 Headhunted.
Momentum Scheme Finance Consultant/ Accountant Aug 2006-July 2009 Growth.
CIE Group Accountant March 2004 -Jul 2006 Growth.
CIE Group Trainee Financial Manager Dec 2002- Feb 2004 Internal promotion .
Selection to attend Senior management programme in Switzerland and UK.
Promotion to head finance for South Africa as well as Kenya.
SAP Implementation for Kenya distribution office set up.