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Sonia Vanessa Kesten

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Summary

Dynamic Accounts Payable Supervisor and leader with [15]+ years of experience playing key role in attaining daily objectives and long-term goals across diverse office platforms. Adroit professional exemplifies multidisciplinary managerial skill in process, procedure and policy improvement initiatives. Accomplished in workflow optimization techniques implementation which increase productivity, reduce labor and maintain business integrity and quality of service.Excel in timely and accurate processing of accounts payable and applying advanced analytical acumen. Strongly committed to raising productivity and service quality via strategic planning and allocation of resources as well as implementation of process improvements.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Nampak Bevcan
Gauteng
06.2013 - Current
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Reviewing of all reconciliation for weekly and monthly payments.
  • Management of Accounts payable staff
  • Masterfile review
  • Review & analysis of CCM dashboard, Age analysis & GRNI report
  • Completion of month-end closings, supplier payments and reconciliation accounts.
  • Reconciliation, payment, Void, Journal review
  • Onabse Query Management -Research all invoices that were past due.
  • Financial Year End Responsibilities
  • Clearing of all Forex payments, debit order and prepayments.
  • Train and supported new employees to educate on process flow and interdepartmental procedures.
  • Interview new accounts payable employees.
  • Review of open purchase orders for integrity, accuracy and completeness of vendor information.
  • Verify validity of charges listed on payment orders for year-end accruals and audits.
  • Proactive management and developed of staff, monitoring goals and objection in the department. conduct performance reviews
  • Supervision of six accounts payable team members to provide constructive feedback, resulting in higher morale.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Nampak Bevcan
Gauteng
06.2007 - 06.2013
  • Processed all vendor invoices promptly in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Used OnBase query system to accurately manage accounts over 50days.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and managed invoices for payment.
  • Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Reviewed account documentation for over 150 accounts, rectified issues and contacted vendors about account changes.

Data Entry Operator

Theba Bank
Gauteng
07.2006 - 09.2006
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Organized, sorted and checked input data against original documents.
  • Applied data entry knowledge skills to resolve indecipherable or garbled messages.
  • Searched, extracted and interpreted information to determine correct input procedure.
  • Tracked and maintained records of various shareholders for claims department (Anglo American).
  • Sent completed entries for evaluation and final approval.
  • Monitored database updates and verified for correctness.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Compiled and verified accuracy and sorting information to prepare source data for computer entry.
  • Reason for leaving - To persue further growth.

Manager of Accounts and Finance

Newclare Motors
Gauteng
04.2000 - 04.2005

Key Responsibilities

  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Strengthened operational efficiency to remain cost-effective while maintaining quality service.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs
  • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
  • Recognized staff for contributions to company success to foster engagement and increase productivity.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Compiled financial data to comply with budget.
  • Developed organizational structure to outline and direct rules, roles and responsibilities.

Bookkeeper

Quick Cell
Gauteng
03.1998 - 01.2000
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
  • Supported operations by communicating with customers, filing documents and managing data.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Eliminated discrepancies in finances by expertly documenting expenses, monitoring income, handling bank deposits and managing statements.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and on-time payments for employees and vendors.
  • Verified accurate recordkeeping processes, reducing financial inconsistencies.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.

Accounting Clerk

Foster's Motor Group
Gauteng
05.1989 - 06.1998
  • Completed biweekly payroll for company personnel.
  • Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
  • Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
  • Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations and cash flow.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
  • Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
  • Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Monitored guest ledger, advance deposit ledger and related ledgers to deliver proper internal control.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Levy and Smith
Gauteng
02.1987 - 02.1989

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Reconciled processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balance numbers.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Monthly supplier reconciliations done to effect payments accurately.
  • Computerized recordkeeping systems, initiating and maintaining financial accurate and current tracking.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and managed invoices'
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
  • Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
  • Checked supplier documents for errors and accuracy ..
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.

Education

No Degree - Grade 12

Chris Jan Botha
Gauteng
04.2001 -

Management Programme - NQF6

Gordon Institute of Business Science
University Of Pretoria
01.2018 - 10.2018

Nampak Supervisory Programme

Dyna Training
Gauteng
02.2015 - 12.2015

Skills

    Reporting capabilities

Training and mentoring

Business processes and procedures

Document auditing

Telephone etiquette

Proficient in (JDE / Qlikview )

Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills

Supervisory Experience

Account Reconciliation

Month-end closings

Payment tracking

Vendor relationship management

Cash Forecasting

Bookkeeping

Software

Advanced Powerpoint

Advanced Excel 202

Microsoft Word

Interests

Sport, Hiking, Soccer, Rugby

Timeline

Management Programme - NQF6

Gordon Institute of Business Science
01.2018 - 10.2018

Nampak Supervisory Programme

Dyna Training
02.2015 - 12.2015

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Nampak Bevcan
06.2013 - Current

Accounts Payable Clerk

Nampak Bevcan
06.2007 - 06.2013

Data Entry Operator

Theba Bank
07.2006 - 09.2006

No Degree - Grade 12

Chris Jan Botha
04.2001 -

Manager of Accounts and Finance

Newclare Motors
04.2000 - 04.2005

Bookkeeper

Quick Cell
03.1998 - 01.2000

Accounting Clerk

Foster's Motor Group
05.1989 - 06.1998

Accounts Payable Clerk

Levy and Smith
02.1987 - 02.1989
Sonia Vanessa KestenAccounts Payable Supervisor