TSOANELO ZINJA
Accountant
Sandton
Summary
Resourceful accounting professional with 6 years of experience in Accounting/Finance and audit preparation. Seeking to leverage people skills, excellent time management, and critical thinking in a full-time position. Meticulous team player with strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Known for cheerful outlook and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Project Accountant
Youth Employment Services (NPC)
4 2023 - Current
- Managed 20 grant lifecycle, including contracting, execution, budgeting, tracking, banking, and reporting
- Assisted in upfront contracting of grant agreements to align with organization processes
- Participated in budget creation and tracking, ensuring alignment with actuals
- Oversaw operational execution of grants, coordinating with internal and external partners
- Coordinated reporting to grant funders and prepared management accounts
- Reviewed and approved grant payments according to budgets
- Trained and supported Hub accountants and finance assistants
- Monitored grants vs budget and reported on expenditure
- Implemented financial controls and assisted in year-end audit
- Contributed to business modeling for Program Implementation Partner programs
- Facilitated financial sustainability of Hub programs
- Coordinated audit process as required by funders
- Reconciled all Hub financial activities and accounts monthly
- Cooperated with senior leaders for operating budgets and financial planning.
Junior Accountant
Barko Financial Services Pty Ltd
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Prepared and submitted monthly VAT reconciliation
- Managed trade receivables reconciliations and followed up on payments
- Monitored customer balances, reconciled accounts, and allocated payments
- Maintained Fixed Asset Register and reported to South African Reserve Bank
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with regulations
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitored expenses
- Reported monthly expense variances and explanations
- Conducted month-end closing procedures and financial reporting
- Strengthened controls and improved transparency in finance operations
- Managed supplier accounts and negotiated payment terms
- Assisted in payroll administration and resolved related queries
- Developed comprehensive understanding of financial software
- Collaborated with stakeholders to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.
SAIPA Articles Clerk
PricewaterhouseCoopers
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed general ledger accounts and bank reconciliations
- Recorded and matched payments, prepared debtor, and creditor statements
- Registered new debtors and creditors, managed accounts and payments
- Managed taxation tasks including VAT submissions and income tax preparation
- Managed inventory records, conducted physical inventory counts, and reconciliations
- Processed payroll, administered employee benefits, and ensured statutory compliance
- Prepared month-end and year-end financial reports and assisted in audits
- Maintained fixed asset register and prepared quarterly budget forecasts
- Assisted with compilation of annual financial statements
- Prepared Annual Financial Statements.
Education
SIAPA Learnership _ Professional Accountant in Practice - Accounting
South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA)
Pretoria 01.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting -
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein 01.2012 - 05.2015
Matric Certificate - Accounting
Aliwal North High School
Aliwal North 01.2010 - 05.2011
Skills
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Personal Information
- Disability: None
- Date of Birth: 01/31/93
- Driving License: Code 8
Criminal Offence
None
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Junior Accountant
Barko Financial Services Pty Ltd
11.2021 - 03.2023
SAIPA Articles Clerk
PricewaterhouseCoopers
03.2018 - 02.2021
SIAPA Learnership _ Professional Accountant in Practice - Accounting
South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA)
01.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting -
University of The Free State
01.2012 - 05.2015
Matric Certificate - Accounting
Aliwal North High School
01.2010 - 05.2011
Project Accountant
Youth Employment Services (NPC)
4 2023 - Current
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