Tumishang Makwela
Finance Intern/Debtors & Creditors Administrator
House 1011, Seshego
Summary
Detail-oriented finance professional with almost 2 years of finance experience in a government institution. I hold a Bcom Financial Management from the University of South Africa (UNISA), enthusiastic in securing an entry level finance position that offers professional growth and advancement.
Growth is my underlying passion that drives my business acumen for innovation in the workplace. I am enthusiastic, a good team player and honest hard worker, and also have the confidence to work independently. I am a quick learner, highly organized and efficient, and I have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Finance Intern
Department of Home Affairs
Library Gardens Complex, 61 Hans Van Rensburg St
01.2019 - 12.2020
- General administration support, printing, photocopying, scanning and filling.
- Assist with account reconciliations in a timely manner
- Providing accounting and clerical assistance to the finance department
- Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
- Prepare general ledger postings and statements
- Provide assistance and support to senior department personnel as and when required
- Loading and processing of payments onto the internet banking software in compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Assisting the Accounts Payable with the monthly payment run and ensuring that invoices are properly authorized
- Use of the debarment's accounting system to capture & import bank statement transactions, reconcile the cash book, passing of general journal entries and creation of new entry customer/supplier accounts.
- Responsible for the monthly reconciliation of petty cash
- Assisting the Debtors, Creditors department and the Financial Manager with queries, specifically regarding allocations and Special ad hoc projects
- Assist external auditors with documents and queries as required
- Raising of relevant month end accruals, based on cashbook processing and information provided by creditors department and expensing of prepayments
- Received, reviewed and verified validity and completeness of appropriation, accounting and financial data.
- Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Verified financial journals for clarity and completion under supervisor and direction.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Polokwane, South Africa 01.2012 - 12.2017
Bachelors - National Senior Certificate (Matric)
Northern Academy
43 Suid St, Flora Park, Polokwane, 0700 01.2000 - 12.2008
Skills
Accounting principles understanding
Financial Management
Data verification
Account reconciliation processes
Analytical skills
Calculating liabilities
Deadline-oriented
References
1. Mr Enos Sekonya (State Accountant) from DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS, 0823181964
2. Mrs Phillipine Boshomane (Senior State Accountant) from DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS, 0732486267
Timeline
Finance Intern
Department of Home Affairs
01.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2012 - 12.2017
Bachelors - National Senior Certificate (Matric)
Northern Academy
01.2000 - 12.2008