Veronica Ferraz
Group Financial Manager
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at City Lodge Hotels Ltd, excelling in advanced financial analysis and cash flow management. Proven track record in preparing consolidated financial statements and leading teams to optimize resource allocation. Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, driving effective decision-making and achieving compliance with regulatory requirements. Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Financial Manager
City Lodge Hotels Ltd
08.2010 - Current
- Prepared consolidated financial statements for executive review, aiding in effective decision-making processes regarding growth opportunities and resource allocation.
- Oversaw and managed an accounts team of 12 personnel.
- Involved with the recruiting, interviewing and onboarding new personnel in the accounts team.
- Designated person with with banking institution (Standard Bank), involving communication with regards to new bank accounts, administration of onboarding or changing the access of operators on online system and changing limits.
- Reviewed and released all EFT payments.
- VAT efiling.
- Compilation of schedules for auditors and assisted with their queries.
- Completion of various returns for STATS South Africa.
Assistant Group Financial Manager
City Lodge Hotels Ltd
05.2001 - 07.2010
- Prepared consolidated financial statements for executive review, aiding in effective decision-making processes regarding growth opportunities and resource allocation.
- Managed and Accounts team of 6 personnel and was involved in the hiring process of the personnel.
- Assisting in the completion of the Company and it's subsidiary companies yearly tax returns.
- Supervising and assisting with the completion of Hotel's cashbooks, bank reconciliations and provisions.
- Completion of VAT returns.
- Supervision and checking of fixed asset registers.
- Compilation of schedules for auditors and assisted with their queries.
- Completion of various returns for STATS South Africa.
- Designated person with with banking institution (Standard Bank), involving communication with regards to new bank accounts, administration of onboarding or changing the access of operators on online system and changing limits.
- Reviewed and released all EFT payments.
Accountant
Truck and General Insurance
09.1999 - 04.2001
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Assisted in the presentation of monthly financial statements.
- Completion of cashbook, bank reconciliations and fixed asst registers.
- Analysis of general ledger accounts.
- Completion of VAT returns for the company and its subsidiary companies.
- Responsible for the company's cash management.
- Liaised with banks.
- Compiled schedules for auditors.
Assistant Accountant
Auto and General Insurance Company
08.1996 - 08.1999
- Supervision of Bookkeeper with the cashbooks of 8 subsidiary companies.
- Ensuring creditors were paid timeously.
- Analysis of general ledger accounts for 8 subsidiary companies and compilation of their financial statements.
- Completion of the regional services and VAT returns.
- Compilation of schedules for auditors and assisted with tehir queries.
Admin Control Manager
Office Mart - Alberton Branch
08.1995 - 08.1996
- Assisted the Branch Manager with the management of the store.
- Responsible for the receiving and dispatch of store's merchandise.
- Accountable for the cash and administrative functions of the store.
Customer Service Representative
Standard Bank - Alberton Branch
09.1993 - 08.1995
- Bank teller duties.
Cashier
Woolworths - Alberton City Branch
11.1991 - 02.1992
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
B Comm General -
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 04.2001 -
Skills
Advanced financial analysis
Cash flow management
Highly detail-oriented
Quantitative and qualitative analysis
Financial reporting and analysis
Financial management
Exceptionally organized
Timeline
Group Financial Manager
City Lodge Hotels Ltd
08.2010 - Current
Assistant Group Financial Manager
City Lodge Hotels Ltd
05.2001 - 07.2010
B Comm General -
University of The Witwatersrand
04.2001 -
Accountant
Truck and General Insurance
09.1999 - 04.2001
Assistant Accountant
Auto and General Insurance Company
08.1996 - 08.1999
Admin Control Manager
Office Mart - Alberton Branch
08.1995 - 08.1996
Customer Service Representative
Standard Bank - Alberton Branch
09.1993 - 08.1995
Cashier
Woolworths - Alberton City Branch
11.1991 - 02.1992
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