Strength and conditioning training, running, netball, diving (advance diver), swimming,
reading, mountain biking
Waldette Worthmann
Gauteng
Summary
Reliable and hardworking professional with over 20 years of corporate experience in accounting, auditing and financial management. Skilled in leading teams, managing budgets and delivering accurate financial reporting. Strong communicator with IT proficiency and a proven ability to work independently or collaboratively.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Accountant
04.2016 - Current
- Provide bookkeeping, accounting, taxation, company secretarial, payroll and advisory services to SMEs and individuals.
- Prepare annual financial statements and management accounts.
- Account Manager for a company in Canada, providing monthly accounting and bookkeeping services.
Financial Analyst
Ahlstrom South Africa (Pty) Ltd
01.2011 - 03.2016
- Supported operations with financial reporting, reconciliations and statutory compliance.
- Managed payroll, audits and foreign exchange contracts.
- Prepared annual budgets and financial projections.
Financial Manager
Alven Auto (BMW Dealership)
03.2010 - 11.2010
- Oversaw dealership financial reporting and controls.
- Managed administrative team and payroll.
- Supported audit processes and management decision-making.
Accountant
KPMG Durban
04.2006 - 02.2010
- Prepared audit working papers and IFRS-compliant financial statements.
- Assisted with treasury audits for Department of Health and municipal accounting rollouts.
- Managed client engagements, budgets and recoverability.
Audit Assistant
KPMG Polokwane
03.2004 - 03.2006
- Conducted audits, prepared working papers and compiled financial statements.
- Ensured compliance with risk management procedures.
Practice Administrator/Bookkeeper
Mowat & Associates
07.2003 - 02.2004
- Managed bookkeeping, budgets, debtor collections and statutory returns.
Bookkeeper
Pam Golding Properties
10.2001 - 06.2003
- Oversaw bookkeeping, payroll and statutory submissions.
- Assisted agents with tax directives and supported audits.
Trainee Accountant
Gird Mowat & Associates
01.1999 - 09.2001
- Conducted audits, prepared financial statements and submitted tax returns.
- Assisted with internal audits for Deloitte and SAPS stations.
Education
Bachelors of Accounting Science -
University of South Africa
01-2012
Senior Certificate (Matric) - Best in Economics & Accountancy
Suid Natal High School
01-1998
Skills
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Financial analysis
- Budgeting
- Training
- Leadership
- Team development
- Strong communication
- Problem-solving
- Continuous process improvement
- Analytical thinking
- High attention to detail
Interests
Timeline
Professional Accountant
04.2016 - Current
Financial Analyst
Ahlstrom South Africa (Pty) Ltd
01.2011 - 03.2016
Financial Manager
Alven Auto (BMW Dealership)
03.2010 - 11.2010
Accountant
KPMG Durban
04.2006 - 02.2010
Audit Assistant
KPMG Polokwane
03.2004 - 03.2006
Practice Administrator/Bookkeeper
Mowat & Associates
07.2003 - 02.2004
Bookkeeper
Pam Golding Properties
10.2001 - 06.2003
Trainee Accountant
Gird Mowat & Associates
01.1999 - 09.2001
Bachelors of Accounting Science -
University of South Africa
Senior Certificate (Matric) - Best in Economics & Accountancy
Suid Natal High School