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Thando Zimema

Finance Officer
Boksburg

Summary

Ability to work efficiently Ability to work under pressure and fast paced environment Ability to level-headed in times of crises and remain calm Ability to deal with clients Ability to work independently, as well as working of in a team-orientated environment Ability to work with people sensitively and compassionately

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4015
4015
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Finance Officer

Ndalama Armature Winders (Pty) Ltd
Wadeville, Germiston
08.2021 - Current
  • Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
  • Established strong relationships with key vendors, negotiating favorable terms to benefit the organization''s bottom line.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Assisted executive leadership in making informed decisions by providing reliable financial forecasts based on rigorous analyses.
  • Improved budget planning and forecasting with thorough analysis of historical data and market trends.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
  • Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate recording of all transactions.
  • Provided guidance to junior finance team members, promoting professional growth and skill development within the department.
  • Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payments to vendors and efficient fund allocation.
  • Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
  • Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
  • Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
  • Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
  • Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.

Teller, Atm Custodian, Enquires Clerk and Service Consultant

Standard Bank
Germiston
03.2011 - 07.2019
  • Attends to cheque encashment, Plus Plan withdrawals etc., according to laid-down procedures as stipulated in Group Reference Guide (GRG).
  • Attends to change transactions.
  • Accepts cheque and/or cash deposits, according to laid-down procedures as stipulated in GRG.
  • Ensures that cheques included in deposits are checked in terms of Duty of Care obligations.
  • Ensures that all items cashed are within laid-down limits and refers all transactions exceeding limits to the appropriate area for authorisation.Ensures that items cashed are technically correct and signed, according to laid-down instructions as per GRG.
  • Prepares contingency schedules and capture as per point of reference structure.
  • Attends to value transactions
  • Assists with cash transactions captured by employees that do not operate tills.
  • Ensures that all laid-down policies and procedures regarding the handling, locking away and security of cash are adhered to.
  • Ensures that cash holdings are kept within prescribed limits at all times.
  • Balances cash daily and report any differences promptly.
  • Effective Change Management and Adoption of Projects and initiatives.
  • Issues cheques books, Masters Cards, Garage Cards, Automated Teller machine (ATM) Cards and Personal Identification Number (PIN) codes according to laid down procedures as stipulated in the Group Reference Guide (GRG).
  • Links /de-links accounts to ATM cards and Masters Cards for walk in customers according to laid down procedures as stipulated in GRG.
  • Orders replacement credit cards from Card Division upon customer request.
  • Attend to daily / monthly increase/decrease of Master Cards limits, as per request from customers.
  • Process fixed savings account transaction for walk in customers according to laid down policies and procedures as stipulated in GRG.
  • Attends to request and provides Collect statement to customers according to laid down procedures as stipulated in GRG.
  • Process stop payments, stop orders and standing instruction for walk in customers according to laid downs procedures as stipulated in GRG.
  • Issues provisional statements, balance and other simples. Attends to all duties relating to chequebooks (including chequebooks to/from away Branches) according to laid-down policies and procedures as stipulated in the Group Reference Guide (GRG).
  • Receives and attends to ATM, Cash cards, Master Cards and Mobile Money MasterCard according to laid-down policies and procedures as stipulated in the Group Reference Guide (GRG).
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of bank products, services, promotions, policies, regulations to better assist customers with their financial needs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate transaction processing.
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Educated customers on online banking and mobile banking applications.
  • Handled various accounting transactions.
  • Referred customers to other banking departments for specialized services.
  • Trained new hires on customer service policies and procedures.
  • Cross-sold credit cards, loans and other bank products.
  • Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.

Education

Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, History, Science and Accounting

Boksburg High School
Boksburg
12.2004

National Diploma - Cost & Management Accounting

Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijl Park
12.2010

Skills

I am competent in the following computer packages: MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel and MS Access

Financial administration

Accounts payable

Effective communication

Accounts receivable

Self motivation

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Team building

Customer service

References

  • Almut Mafomane, Universal Consultant, 078 317 4974, Standard Bank
  • Johanna Lebopa, Universal Consultant 066 356 3777, Standard Bank
  • Palesa Dhladla, Shared Services Manager, 079 089 8592, Ndalama Armature Winders

Timeline

Finance Officer

Ndalama Armature Winders (Pty) Ltd
08.2021 - Current

Teller, Atm Custodian, Enquires Clerk and Service Consultant

Standard Bank
03.2011 - 07.2019

Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, History, Science and Accounting

Boksburg High School

National Diploma - Cost & Management Accounting

Vaal University of Technology

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