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FINANCE

• Design systems of controls to improve accounting and finance functions.
• Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
• Reviewed general ledgers on monthly basis, identified discrepancies and took corrective measures.
• Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
• Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
• Maintained responsive growth strategies through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
• Prepared monthly management accounts, reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
• Prepared Financial Statements and supporting documentation for the Auditors.
• Worked with Auditors during the Audit Execution
• Reviewed debtors age analysis with relevant clerks for them to contact appropriate parties for timely payment.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership for decision-making.

OPERATIONS

• Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
• Reviewed compliance documents to ensure the company adheres to applicable regulations.
• Planned and monitored the procurement process, order processing and deliveries to ensure shorter turn around times.
• Reviewed production process for the signage and branding department.
• Identification and application of the appropriate costing methods for the signage and branding department.
• Reviewing Human Resources policies to ensure labor laws are adhered to.
• Designing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and assisting departmental managers to perform appraisals and performing appraisals for managers.

• Designing schedules for Audits to be performed and allocating teams to perform the engagements.
• Coordinated pre-engagement meetings with Audit clients and the introduction of the audit teams.
• Assess the audit risk at preliminary stage and design the audit approach for each audit client.
• Audit planning on Caseware working papers and allocation of audit sections to the team.
• Review Audit Working Papers, engage with the Audit Partner, Client and the Audit team.
• Processing audit journals and concluding the Audit with the Audit Partner
• Preparing audit engagement letters, audit reports and management reports.
• Preparing Annual Financial Statements on Caseware working papers.
• Preparing Consolidated Financial Statements for group companies and accounted for complex related party transactions
• Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
• Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Calculated Income Tax for companies, Value Added Tax (Sales Tax), Donations Taxes, Properties Taxes and submitted relevant returns for Accounting clients.
• Assessing SAICA Trainees' performance on the Training Contract Management System
• Attended SAICA trainings and meetings to keep up to date with changes and expectations from SAICA.
• Collaborated with accounting managers to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
• Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
• Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.

• Agreed opening balances to prior year audited balances.
• Performed system description with the client to determine the risk and understand internal controls in place and tested the effectiveness of these internal controls.
• Developed understanding of company audit methodology, approach and tools while working under supervision of licensed auditor.
• Prepared engagement letters, management reports and audit reposts to support licensed auditor's opinions.
• Performed analytical review of expenses.
• Identified major risk areas and gaps in internal controls, process notes and risk control matrices to plan and perform audit procedures.
• Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
• Prepared, analyzed and verified annual reports and financial statements to assess financial condition and facilitate financial planning.
• Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in workshops and seminars organized by the relevant bodies.
• Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy.

• Prepared lesson plans and other teaching aids for effective delivery the lesson.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep learners engaged.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
• Kept abreast of technological advances in mathematics and adapted curriculum for individual, small groups and remedial classes to meet diverse needs of high school learners.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Graded and evaluated learners' assignments, papers, and course work.
• Communicated frequently with parents, learners, and other Mathematics teachers to provide feedback and discuss possible strategies to improve performance and address behavioral issues.
• Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
• Prepared selected learners for the National Mathematics Olympiad.
• Reviewed examination papers, tests, projects and other tasks prepared by other Mathematics teachers to ensure the quality of these assessments meet the national standard.
• Moderated selected learners scripts for accuracy in marking.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
• Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving through engaging in various games and competitions designed to help learners develop mathematical reasoning.
• Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
• Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
• Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events like the Matric Ball.

• Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate learners' progress.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss learners' progress and classroom behavior.
• Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to improve learners' performance.
• Provided additional support for learners' with special needs and learning disabilities.
• Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
• Monitored learners' progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.

• Passed APC Examination and became a Member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).

• Assessment Professional Competence professional programme in preparation for the SAICA APC.

• Completed the first national standard setting examination offered by SAICA. The assessment focuses on the core technical competencies in the field of Accounting, by integrating Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Taxation and Auditing.

• One subject outstanding to complete the qualification.

• Completed a post graduate diploma in Applied Accounting Science and qualified for the first National Board Examination.

• Completed a postgraduate diploma in advanced accounting science which is designed to advance students’ knowledge in the field of accounting sciences at postgraduate level.

• Completed a undergraduate degree in Accounting Science.

• Completed a teaching diploma, with a specialization in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology.