THENDO MANAGA
Jnr Accountant/Snr Bookkeeper
Johannesburg
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper with extensive experience in financial management, reconciliations, tax compliance, and reporting. Skilled in Pastel, Sage Intelligence Reporting, and Chase Advertising Software, ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency. Passionate about driving financial efficiency in dynamic organizations.
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Founder & Finance Lead (Part-Time)
Flair Events Sudio
03.2024 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Founded and built a high-performing events furniture rental business from the ground up.
- Handled full finance function: company registration, SARS compliance, tax and VAT submissions, bank account setup, and invoicing.
- Created financial structures and admin processes that support sustainable growth.
- Worked with leading brands: Coca-Cola, PowerPlay, Sol Beer, YSL, Lucky Star, Blue Ribbon Bread, Hunters, and KFC.
- Stepped back from daily operations in 2024 but continue to manage finance and reporting functions.
SENIOR BOOKKEEPER/Junior Accountant
Offlimit Communications
03.2021 - Current
- Managing the full bookkeeping function
- Maintain accurate financial records and oversee monthly reconciliations
- Prepare budget reports, variance analysis, and management accounts
- Enhanced financial efficiency through optimized processes
- . Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on relevant tax laws and IFRS/IAS.
- Assisted in audit preparations by gathering required documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for management review, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Science
University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Midrand Graduate Institute / Pearson Institute
01.2013 - 01.2015
Postgrad in Tax - Tax
UNISA
01.2024 - Current
Skills
- Accounting Software: Sage, Pastel
- Compliance & Tax: VAT submissions, Income Tax, SARS Returns
- Reporting: Trial Balance, Management Accounts, Audit File Preparation
- Standards: IFRS, IAS, South African Income Tax Act
- Processes: Fixed Asset Register, Intercompany Loans, GL Reconciliation
- Budgeting: Campaign & Event Cost Control
- Tools: MS Excel (Advanced), Word, Outlook
Team leadership
Strategic planning
Timeline
Founder & Finance Lead (Part-Time)
Flair Events Sudio
03.2024 - Current
Postgrad in Tax - Tax
UNISA
01.2024 - Current
SENIOR BOOKKEEPER/Junior Accountant
Offlimit Communications
03.2021 - Current
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Science
University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Midrand Graduate Institute / Pearson Institute
01.2013 - 01.2015
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