Finance Controller for Accounts Receivable with over 10 years experience using SAP to manage the business processes. Work closely with business teams and external parties. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure.
Extensive knowledge in how PnP operates as an opportunity was given to gain knowledge in various divisions over a 20 year period.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Finance Controller - Other Debtors
Pick n Pay Retailers (Pty) Ltd
Kenilworth
08.2001 - Current
Responsible for vetting and opening of new customer accounts
Payments received are allocated daily to the respective customer accounts
Creating tax invoices according to SARS requirements and submit monthly statements
Attend to queries immediately when unable to clear the customer accounts
Reconciliation of GL accounts, clearing of control accounts and manage prepayments
Submit a monthly age analysis to the internal divisions to follow-up on overdue debt
Assist the internal divisions in recovering monies older than 90 days
Reconcile wholesalers and submit declaration of turnover figures to Marsh SA
Reallocation of Africa balances for the stock, equipment and expense accounts
Prepare monthly debtors provision and update the debt schedule for the Tax department
Obtain reports from BI and ensure it balances to SAP before using information for the preparation of BPP journals, DC stock unreceipted issues journal, etc.
Assist in providing reasons for the variances when the Head of Division completes commentary
Liaison for Other Debtors when audited by EY Auditors
Accountant / Trainee Accountant
Pick n Pay Retailers (Pty) Ltd
Kensington
01.2005 - 12.2010
Rotated in various divisions when employed at Hypers where extensive time was spent in the Accounts Payable, Expense and the Banking departments.
Have strong attention to detail to ensure the accuracy in processing invoices, reconciling accounts and ensure vendors are paid timeously.
Have strong analytical skills to identify and resolve discrepancies and investigate disputes.
Strong communication skills to communicate with vendors, internal divisions and other stakeholders.
Customer-focused in providing excellent service by addressing their needs and concerns in a timely and professional manner.