Tendayi Tsikada
Financial Management I Holistic Science Educator I Bookkeeper I Instructional Design I Material & Module Development
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Dedicated and passionate about making a difference in the work environment. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet company and team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager and Creditor
Briton(Pty) Ltd T/a Wellnessway
02.2023 - Current
- Match supplier invoices, orders and delivery notes
- Reconciliation of large volumes of creditors accounts
- Handle outstanding issues and monthly reports
- Solving queries effectively
- Processing of invoices, credits notes and payments
- Allocation of invoices due for payments
- Taking books up to trial balance
- Maintenance of creditor's ledger accounts
- Communicates with suppliers at all level regarding to account queries and other issues
- To make sure all the accounting policy and procedures are adhered to
- Ensure all the recons are checked and signed
- To make sure the deadlines are met time and again
- To safeguard the assets of the company by making sure the correct amount is paid using the correct calculations
- E-mailing the suppliers with the remittance advice whenever payments has been made in order for the supplier to allocate the correct invoices being paid for.
- Improved creditor-client relationships by effectively managing a portfolio of accounts and promptly addressing concerns.
- Supported business development initiatives by providing insights into current market trends and opportunities within the credit landscape.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and industry best practices, staying up-to-date on changes affecting the credit industry.
- Purchasing and procurement
Senior Science Teacher
Teneo Education
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered Physics, Chemistry, Biology lessons with consideration of new approaches,
techniques, orientation, aids, and evaluation of the learners' needs. (Experience in CAPS and Cambridge curriculum). - Created online conferences, workshops, and content for Cloud Pack School (Virtual School).
- Built and implemented modules on Canvas Courses with online assessment.
- Coordinated and built assessment materials for Grade 7 and 8 classes, including, sync in courses.
- Developed and implemented mentoring initiatives to support learners.
- Regularly reported to line management (Head of Department) on class or individual performance.
- Planned and developed departmental budgets and conducted stock control.
- Attended trainer workshops, conferences and seminars and knowledge, sharing with team members.
- Involved in performance management reviews.
Bookkeeper and Shop Manager
Briten (Pty) Ltd T/a Wellnessway
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Headed the complete operations, financial management, strategic direction, and project management from inception until operational readiness.
- Identified, measured, and implemented risk controls for external and internal risks.
- Headed the complete Human Resource function by handling conflicts, issuing warnings, recruitment, conducted interviews, handled leave approvals, and managed the admin around loans.
- Improved productivity and quality targets through continuous performance management and guidance sessions.
- Streamlined procurement process and decreased departmental expenditure.
- Headed the complete supply chain function from purchasing, stock takes, inventory control and logistics.
- Managed all debtors and creditors payments, account queries, allocations, and payment collections.
- Managed the marketing, sales development, and reporting.
- Attended networking meetings.
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures.
- Do weekly checks for cash, credit cards and check deposit for all the stores
- Clean cash clearing accounts, GL Accounts on weekly basis
- Uploads of bank statement on excel and SAP
- Prepare petty cash, cheques and journals on weekly or monthly basis
- Assist with administration departments general admin needs, this includes but not limited to ordering stationery, collecting post an documents signed by directors
- Monthly Cashbook imports as per Briten standard
- Prepare sub account journals and clear the sub accounts ABSA and FNB on monthly basis
- Administration discount invoices for clients
- Logistic fees invoices on a monthly basis
- Do journals of customers-vendor invoices
- Create store profitability integrating reporting
- Create category profitability food supplements, wholefoods, herbal teas, and beverages
- Make various EFT payments
- Filing monthly documents, prepare and label it and send it to the scanning dept
- Capture paid invoices and do payment runs on SAP
- Do weekly Coding of the read soft invoices and authorizations of invoices
- Review queries sent from rationals relating to financials and sending responses
- Maintain subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting transactions and balance subsidiary accounts by reconciling entries
Accounts Clerk and Shop Manager
Wellnessway
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Capturing of cash books receipts and payments, writing cheques
- Following up of tax invoices and reconciliation to the bank statements
- Efficient and accurate daily banking
- Administration of petty cash and preparation of petty cash
- Reconciliation for reimbursement using imprest system
- Preparation of creditor's reconciliation statements to the creditor's ledger
- Handling of creditors queries
- Filling and other general clerical duties
- Monthly Physical stock taking.
- Completed accurate bank reconciliations, identifying errors and rectifying any discrepancies promptly.
- Shop management, sales and reporting
Senior Teacher
Waverley Girls High
04.2008 - 10.2018
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support for grade 8-12.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress in Natural sciences and Life sciences.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Increased student interest in science by organizing field trips, guest speakers, and special events related to course material.
- Served as a club advisor or coach for extracurricular programs ( Charity portfolio), supporting student development beyond the classroom setting.
- Promoted a diverse learning environment by adapting instruction methods to accommodate the needs of students with various learning styles.
- Mentored junior educators, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open lines of communication to address concerns and share progress updates.
- Elevated academic performance with targeted tutoring and extra support for struggling students.
- Evaluated student performance regularly, using assessments to inform future instruction and identify areas needing improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Education
Certificate - Culinary Medicine
Culinary Medicine UK
United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Certificate - Green Belt Lean Six Sigma
MF OPEX
Brazil 04.2001 - 1997.04
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Diploma in Education - Science Double Major
University of Zimbabwe
Mutare, Zimbawe 04.2001 -
Skills
Great precision in working with figures
Systemsexperience
- MS Office Suite
- Google Classroom
- Canvas and Canva
- Pastel Accounting for Windows
- E-Learning and Powerschool
- Wordpress
- Oracle Procurement cloud
- SAP
- Sage
Executivebriefing
While my curriculum vitae will prove you with a detailed general outline of my work history, my problem solving abilities and my ability in working without much supervision, I have taken the time to briefly list some of my work experience, skills and education. I am a person who enjoys what I do with utmost good faith, and welcoming to new challenges. I love to learn and grow !
References
- Will be shared on request
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Software
Microsoft Office
Canva and Canvas
Timeline
Business Manager and Creditor
Briton(Pty) Ltd T/a Wellnessway
02.2023 - Current
Senior Science Teacher
Teneo Education
02.2021 - 02.2023
Bookkeeper and Shop Manager
Briten (Pty) Ltd T/a Wellnessway
01.2020 - 02.2021
Accounts Clerk and Shop Manager
Wellnessway
10.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Teacher
Waverley Girls High
04.2008 - 10.2018
Certificate - Culinary Medicine
Culinary Medicine UK
04.2001 -
Certificate - Green Belt Lean Six Sigma
MF OPEX
04.2001 - 1997.04
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
UNISA
04.2001 -
Diploma in Education - Science Double Major
University of Zimbabwe
04.2001 -
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