Takalani Silas Phaswana
Dzarani
Summary
Organized Accounts Assistant knowledgeable in various accounting programs and possessing solid computer skills. Experienced in handling bookkeeping activities and correcting account errors. Adept at analyzing complex situations and finding creative solutions to challenging problems.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Assistant
Stay Simple Communications and Technology
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial reports for senior management decision making.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Reduced errors in data entry by implementing a system of double-checking and cross-referencing information.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Improved cash flow management by monitoring accounts receivable and following up on overdue invoices.
- Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
- Maintained an organized filing system for easy access to financial documents, improving overall efficiency.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and timely payments to vendors.
- Organized data into multiple spreadsheets to streamline data.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
- Supported the accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
- Provided excellent customer service while handling various billing inquiries from clients, fostering strong client relationships.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration within the accounting department.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Xero accounting software.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
- Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
Department of Trade and Industry (Pretoria)
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Generate and analysing management reports
- Collect qualitative information for reporting purpose
- Provide support to relevant line managers, legal Unit and other stakeholders
- Conducts customer surveys of the business unit and Ensure effective client relations and customer satisfaction services
- Assist with awareness campaigns on service of the business unit
- Assist in ensuring adherence to departmental policies, procedures and legislation
- Make a follow up on the action plan and progress report
- Arrange meetings and taking minutes and preparing agendas and attendance registers
- Providing instructional leadership to department managers
- Developing and implementing the company’s strategic plan
- Reviewing administrative policy
- Developing and implementing budget
- Supervising marketing efforts
- Preparing financial report
- Motivating sales staff
- Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and Practical experience of Basic Accounting System (BAS)
- Managerial experience in budgeting and expenditure control
- Knowledge of PFMA act, Treasury regulation and Dora
- Knowledge and practical experience in budgeting planning and revenue management
- Knowledge of General Acceptable Accounting Practice
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organizing, planning and problem solving skills
- The ability to work under pressure
- Presentation and report writing skills
- Computer literacy skills
- Knowledge of Batho Pele principles
- Writing business letters and submissions
- Drafting a Proposal
- Compiling a project report and evaluating the project
- Writing Reports
- E-mails
- Telephone.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Management
University of Venda
Thohoyandou, South Africa04.2011
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Journal Entries
- Accounting Software Proficiency
- Accounts receivable management
- Cash Flow Management
- Invoice Processing
- Payment Processing
- Tax Compliance
- Budget Forecasting
- Expense Control
- Expense Tracking
- Report Generation
- Credit Control
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel
- Bookkeeping Principles
- Accounts Receivable
- Tax Preparation
- Reports Reconciliation
- Account Reconciliation
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Management
- Bookkeeping
- Expense Reports
- Excellent Communication
- Customer Relations
- Bill Payment and Recordkeeping
- Time management abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8707255910087
- License: Code 10(C1) Pending
- Date of Birth: 07/25/87
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
Alternative Cell Number
0725482922 / 0726676831
Qualificationandeducation
- 2012, StratExec, Certificate in Taking Minutes
- 2011, University of Venda, Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management, Financial Accounting, Economics, Eco: International trade and finance, Eco: Public Finance, Commercial law, Business Management and statistics
- 2010, Computer Application and Packaging, Operating system window 2003, Ms processing office 2003, Ms Spreadsheet EXCEL 2003, Ms Data base ACCESS 2003, Ms Presentation power point 2003 and Ms Internet Explorer
- 2007, Dimbanyika secondary School, Senior Certificate, Grade 12, Accounting, Economics, Business Economics, mathematics, English and Tshivenda
References
- Ramaira Prince, Preacher, Tshiozwi church of Christ, 0676470416
- Mack Zwane, Assistance Director, Department of Trade and industry, 0722306421
- Mabogo Makhado Cedrick, Teacher, Dimbanyika secondary school, 0824272718
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Stay Simple Communications and Technology
01.2021 - Current
Department of Trade and Industry (Pretoria)
04.2012 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Management
University of Venda
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