Thabiso Manaka
Johannesburg
Summary
Organised, Bookkeeper Assistant, Accounts Clerk & Stock Controller with strong background in inventory management. I hold a Higher Certificate in Accounting Sciences, with a strong foundation in bookkeeping, VAT, and basic accounting principles. I have developed entry-level skills in capturing financial transactions, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining accurate records. In my previous role as an assistant Bookkeeper supported invoicing, petty cash management, and assisted in preparing reports for audits. I am detail-oriented, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a professional finance team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeping Assistant
Zulzi On Demand
Johannesburg
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Data Entry Capture daily financial transactions into the accounting system (e.g. Sage, Pastel, Excel) Record sales, purchases, receipts, and payments accurately.
- Bank Reconciliation Assist in reconciling company bank statements with accounting records Identify discrepancies and report them to the bookkeeper or accountant
- Filing and Document Management Organise and file source documents (invoices, receipts, statements) Maintain proper records for audits and financial reviews
- Provided administrative and financial support to the senior bookkeeper and accountant
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date filing systems for financial records
- Performed basic bank reconciliations and supported month-end reports
- Provide assistance during audits or stock takes
- Support the preparation of monthly or quarterly reports
- Assist in following up on customer payments (accounts receivable)
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions and organized ledgers.
- Recorded journal entries into the accounting system software program.
- Researched discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
- Supported month-end and year-end close process.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of company transactions and financial documents.
- Utilized accounting software to record, store, and analyze financial data.
Stock Controller
Zulzi On Demand
Johannesburg
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Processing returns for items that are incorrect or unsatisfactory
- Maintaining records of orders, delivery details, and other documentation
- Following safety protocol, identifying safety hazards, and complying with rules and regulations
- Providing preventative maintenance on warehouse equipment
- Communicated effectively with suppliers, resolving issues to maintain supply flow
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring accurate counts and organized storage
- Maintained pristine product presentation, enhancing customer shopping experience
- Executed timely and accurate order placements to boost sales efficiency
- Prepared and organised warehouse space for new stock, optimising storage solutions for efficiency
- Performed administrative tasks, such as filing and data entry, to support the receiving department's operations
- Managed documentation related to received goods, including delivery notes and invoices, for financial auditing
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment in the receiving area, adhering to health and safety regulations
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming goods, reporting issues to suppliers for swift resolution
- Managed inventory levels in warehouse, conducting regular stock checks to maintain accurate records
- Analysed stock movement reports, identifying trends to recommend adjustments in ordering patterns
- Used advanced Excel skills to analyse and oversee robust stock data
- Analysed and updated stock levels to achieve accurate, reliable inventory management
- Received incoming stock from suppliers and verified details and dimensions against purchase orders before input into inventory systems
- Scheduled transportation of outgoing goods to meet customer requirements
Stock Controller
Form Scaff Scaffolding
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Inventory Management
- Monitor and manage stock levels of scaffolding components, formwork, and construction equipment.
- Perform regular stock takes (physical counts) and reconcile with system records.
- Maintain accurate records in inventory management software (e.g. SAP, Pastel, or in-house systems).
- Stock Movement Tracking
- Record all incoming and outgoing stock (deliveries, returns, site issues/receipts).
- Issue stock to construction sites as per material requisitions.
- Update stock cards and systems daily.
- Verify and inspect deliveries for quality and accuracy against delivery notes/invoices.
- File all stock movement documents: delivery notes, issue slips, etc.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Financial Accounting
UNISA
Pretoria07-2027
HIGHER CERTIFICATE - Higher Certificate in Accounting Science
UNISA
Pretoria06.2025
High School Diploma -
Spartan High School
Johannesburg12-2016
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Data Entry
- Shipping and Receiving
- Barcode Scanning
- Warehouse Safety
- Order Processing
- Quality Control
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Load Unloading
- Microsoft Excel
- Database Management
- Label Printing Software
- Inventory Tracking Software
- Microsoft Office
- MS office proficiency
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Fast typing speed
- PPE use and maintenance
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Multitasking ability
- Clean and tidy nature
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking and processing
- Stock control systems
- Excellent communication
- Team player
- Warehouse equipment handling
- Telephone skills
- Physical Fitness
- Oral and written communication
- Critical-thinking
- Heavy lifting
- Structural repairs
- Sage system
- Lightspeed inventory system
- Pastel
References
Bernard Thato, Form Scaff Supervisor, Johannesburg, 0795317411
Languages
Very good, Good, Very good, Fluent, Moderate
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/04/98
- Nationality: South Africa
Driving Licence
Code 10 C1
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Bookkeeping Assistant
Zulzi On Demand
04.2023 - 09.2024
Stock Controller
Zulzi On Demand
02.2022 - 03.2023
Stock Controller
Form Scaff Scaffolding
01.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor's degree - Financial Accounting
UNISA
HIGHER CERTIFICATE - Higher Certificate in Accounting Science
UNISA
High School Diploma -
Spartan High School
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