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Tseko Mokoena
Financial Manager
Pretoria
Summary
Dedicated Finance Professional with nine (9) years of experience in accounting and financial management. Demonstrated talents in finance and audit and creating impactful strategies to achieve business objectives and increase revenue. Excellent leadership skills with business optimization expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Financial Manager
Red Metal Mining SA
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained financial models for forecasting, enabling more accurate predictions of future revenue and expenses.
- Forecasted operating costs for scheduled projects by strategizing with other departments.
- Developed reporting for executive financial reviews.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining budget processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Delivered timely internal reports to various stakeholders detailing key aspects of the company''s financial health, ensuring transparency and clear communication.
- Optimized cash flow management strategies, ensuring sufficient funds were available for daily operations while maximizing returns on idle cash balances.
- Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive review, aiding in effective decision-making processes regarding growth opportunities and resource allocation.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Developed and presented financial data, financial statements and variance narratives to Board of Directors and Board of Trustees.
- Improved revenue compliance with corporate revenue standards.
- Analyzed budgets, financial reports and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing.
- Negotiated advantageous contract terms with suppliers, resulting in significant cost savings without sacrificing quality or delivery times.
- Complied with all relevant regulations by maintaining detailed records of financial transactions, minimizing the risk of penalties or fines from regulatory authorities.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by consistently following up on overdue payments and negotiating payment plans with clients.
- Managed team of seven finance and operations professionals, with day-to-day responsibility for contracting, order processing, forecasting, budgeting, reporting and analysis.
- Drafted reports for leadership for use in strategic planning and decision making.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy through regular audits and reconciliations, leading to improved decision-making capabilities.
Audit Senior
South African Professional Consulting (SAPRO)
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Stayed current on industry trends and accounting standards changes, ensuring that all audit activities adhered to applicable guidelines at all times.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Increased overall reliability of financial statements by performing detailed reviews of account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
- Interviewed business owners to understand needs and explain audit scope.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Assisted in preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
- Mentored new hires within department, offering guidance on day-to-day responsibilities as well as long-term career development opportunities within field of auditing.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Audit Supervisor
Nexia SAB&T Inc.
09.2016 - 10.2021
- Reviewed workpaper prepared by junior auditors for accuracy and completeness before incorporating them into final audit report.
- Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources and workload demands.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Enhanced internal controls through thorough risk assessments and recommendations for improvements.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Maintained communication clients throughout auditing process to deliver status updates.
- Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Delivered high-quality audit reports on time, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions.
- Reduced audit timeframes with efficient planning and execution of audit procedures.
- Participated in billing and collections operations to facilitate client payment of overdue invoices.
- Improved audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new audit methodologies.
- Managed multiple concurrent audits, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Trained new audit personnel to perform duties according to regulations and established procedures.
- Performed detailed analytics on financial data to detect anomalies indicative of potential issues or control weaknesses.
- Evaluated fraud risks during audits, recommending preventive measures to mitigate potential financial losses.
- Planned audits and audit activities to allocate necessary resources and determine consistency of plans with audit objectives.
Audit Trainee
Auditor General Of South Africa
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among colleagues while diligently completing individual tasks assigned by supervisors.
- Facilitated the resolution of complex accounting issues encountered during audits through effective collaboration with clients'' personnel and senior audit team members.
- Collaborated with audit team members to complete assignments on time and within budget constraints.
- Assisted in identifying potential risks and provided recommendations for improvements in internal controls.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Assisted in preparing comprehensive reports outlining audit procedures performed, findings identified, and recommended corrective actions for clients to implement.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (BCOM Accounting) -
North West University
South Africa 02.2008 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Boitumelo Secondary School
Ficksburg, South Africa 02.2003 - 12.2007
Skills
Financial analysis and reporting
undefinedAffiliations
Eligible to register as AGA (SA)
References
- Busisiwe Ngoma, Audit Manager - SAPRO (Pty) Ltd, +27 84 399 6709
- Sandile Khenisa, Audit Manager - Grant Thornton (New Zealand), +64 22 066 1824
- Kgomotso Manaka, Audit Manager - Nexia SAB&T Inc., +71 78 647 4555
Software
SAP
Sage Pastel
Xero
Teammate
Timeline
Financial Manager
Red Metal Mining SA
07.2023 - Current
Audit Senior
South African Professional Consulting (SAPRO)
11.2021 - 06.2023
Audit Supervisor
Nexia SAB&T Inc.
09.2016 - 10.2021
Audit Trainee
Auditor General Of South Africa
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (BCOM Accounting) -
North West University
02.2008 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Boitumelo Secondary School
02.2003 - 12.2007
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