Finance graduate with a BSc Honors in Finance and experience as a Junior Accountant and Assistant Inventory Manager. Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Sage Pastel, payroll processing, invoicing, and working capital management. Skilled in receivables and payables management, internet banking, and document filing. Known for a zealous, teachable, and warm character with a collaborative approach. Eager to contribute expertise and grow in a finance role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Accountant
Unik Construction Engineering Lesotho Pty Ltd
03.2024 - Current
Financial Data Management : maintaining and updating accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries for multiple projects.
Accounting Software Proficiency : Utilize Sage 50 and Excel to record transactions, generate financial reports, and manage accounts. Assist with month-end and year-end closings, ensuring accurate posting of journal entries.
Bank Reconciliation : Conduct monthly bank reconciliations ensuring that all financial transactions align with the company's bank statements. Investigated discrepancies and resolved issues efficiently.
Invoicing & Payments : Daily processing of invoices from subcontractors, and suppliers. Ensuring all liabilities were settled in accordance with contractual stipulations. Issuing invoices to customers.
Expense Tracking and Reporting : tracking and allocating of expenses and Income for each project, ensuring proper cost management and reporting in line with project budgets.
Financial Analysis Support : Support senior accountants in reviewing and analyzing project financials to ensure profitability and cost-control.
Tax Filing : Assist in the preparation and filing of VAT returns , ensuring compliance and timely submission.
Audit : Assist in organizing documents for internal and external audits, ensuring all financial records were accurate and up-to-date for smooth audit processes.
Documentation and Filing : Manage both physical and electronic filing of financial documents to maintain organized records for easy retrieval during financial reviews or audits.
Fostering good relationships with all bank representatives, Suppliers and Customers through frequent communication to foster healthy working relationships.
General Office admin for the Finance department
Processing payroll
Internship-Assistant Inventory Manager
Victoria Hotel
07.2022 - 01.2024
Inventory Control & Management : Assisted in overseeing the general hotel's inventory, ensuring accurate tracking and optimal stock levels to meet daily operational needs.
Inventory Audits & Reconciliation : Conducted regular physical inventory audits and Collaborated with the finance team to ensure inventory data was accurate for financial reporting.
Supplier Coordination : Assisted in coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, tracked orders, and resolved any issues related to delivery discrepancies.
Inventory System : Introduced inventory Management Software ( voyage point of sale) and Excel for tracking inventory data, generating reports, and updating stock levels.
Store Room Organization : implemented labeling and inventory control systems to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.
Cost Control & Waste Reduction : Monitored inventory usage patterns and identified areas for reducing waste and improving control.
Reporting : Prepared inventory reports and updated the management on stock levels, item usage, and cost trends to support decision-making ,budget allocation and purchasing strategies.
Fostered a good working relationship with vendors, suppliers and customers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Botho University
Maseru, Lesotho
12.2023
Certificate - LGCSE
Sefika High School
Maseru, Lesotho
12.2016
Skills
Financial Analysis
Credit control
Multinational Collaboration
Customer service
Payroll coordination
Credit control
SAGE Proficiency
Microsoft Office Suite
GAAP
Languages
Sesotho
English
Activities
Exercising and fitness
Healthy lifestyle coaching
Volunteering for Financial literacy coaching for Sunday school kids
Reading
Additional Information
REFERENCES:
Hlalefang Mapopo- Inventory Manager, Victoria Hotel (+26653258479)
Kamohelo Monyake- Senior Accountant, Unik Construction Engineering Lesotho (kamomonyake.ls@unikconst.com)
Spencer Soma-Representative, Standard Lesotho Bank (+266587702118)