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THAPELO FRANCIS HOLOANE

Maseru

Summary

I am currently the Support Services / Procurement Manager at Minopex Lesotho, previously the Cost and Capital accountant at Letseng Diamonds, and previously an Accountant at Letseng Diamonds. I was the Senior Accountant at Intaproms pty ltd T/A Buildit, before then an Accountant and Administrator at Lesotho Save the Children, prior to that an Assistant Accountant and Administrator at Lesotho Save the children. I am also a qualified Chartered accounting member (Not-in practice) of the Lesotho Institute of Accountants. I am currently studying with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and have already completed Diploma in Procurement and Supply. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance and Procurement Manager

Minopex Lesotho (pty) Ltd
Maseru, Maseru
11.2020 - Current
  • Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, finance and procurement reports, oversee supplier invoices processing, develop processes and procedures within supply chain, attend to queries on goods received, supervise store processes, oversee stock counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, monitor re-order points, compile various reports, oversee expediting of outstanding items, ensure stores housekeeping, oversee management of rotables, oversee audits

Cost and Capital Accountant

Letseng Diamonds
10.2018 - 10.2020
  • Compile and review budget requirements, load budgets on the system, compile quarterly board capital reports, ensure projects are appropriately capitalized, prepare monthly fixed assets reports, examine quotations, allocate costs to projects and cost centers, review accruals, resolve queries, oversee invoice processing, prepare opex and capex reports, facilitate stock takings, assist with finance performance report

Accountant

Letseng Diamonds
11.2015 - 09.2018
  • Prepare cash flow forecast, attend meetings, process monthly journals, assist with management accounts, coordinate reconciliations, oversee invoice processing, supervise clerks, ensure reconciliations are completed, prepare special suppliers accounts, oversee payments processing, reconcile control accounts, reconcile bank accounts, ensure information for audits, ensure tax reconciliations, prepare budgets, participate in cost saving initiatives

Senior Accountant

Intaproms (pty) ltd (Build it)
07.2012 - 10.2015
  • Monitor stock receiving procedures, prepare for and manage stock counts, analyze and allocate overheads, review cash balancing, review customers' payment records, prepare and submit tax returns, review reconciliation statements, prepare financial statements, provide information to auditors, participate in recruitment and selection, supervise and train staff, develop financial management controls

Accountant and Administrator

Lesotho Save the Children
01.2011 - 06.2012
  • Prepare budgets, monitor cash flows, monitor project performance, prepare reports, manage sub-grants agreements, monitor income generating projects, prepare reconciliations, prepare payroll, manage assets, prepare fixed asset register, review reconciliation statements, prepare financial statements, participate in recruitment and training

Assistant Accountant and Administrator

Lesotho Save the Children
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Prepare documentation, process payments, update debtors' records, reconcile debtors accounts, review reconciliation statements, prepare financial statements, manage petty cash, prepare bank reconciliation statements, prepare ledger accounts, participate in recruitment and training

Education

Diploma in procurement and Supply (Chartered institute of procurement and supply- CIPS) -

01.2023

Advanced certificate in Procurement and supply (Chartered institute of procurement and supply- CIPS) -

01.2022

New Managers development program certificate (University of Stellenbosch) -

01.2017

Chartered Accounting Qualification (Center for Accounting Studies, Lesotho) -

01.2011

General Accounting Qualification (Center for Accounting Studies, Lesotho) -

01.2009

Certified Accounting Technician (Centre for Accounting Studies, Lesotho) -

01.2008

COSC - Holy Names High School (Lesotho) -

01.2006

JC Certificate - Holy Names High School (Lesotho) -

01.2004

Standard 7 certificate - ST. Theresa Primary School (Lesotho) -

01.2001

Skills

  • Supplier Liaison
  • Performance Improvement
  • Price Negotiation
  • Financial Analysis
  • Decision Making
  • Team Leadership
  • Risk Management
  • Time Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Internal Controls
  • Cost Control

Accomplishments

  • Providing guidance on cost reductions to improve budgeting and reduce dependency on external suppliers.
  • Reducing the stock outs on plant spares and improving the procurement staff segregation of duties and accountability at Minopex Lesotho.
  • Promotion to the Cost and Capital Accountant position at Letseng Diamonds mine
  • Promotion to the Accountant position at Lesotho Save the Children
  • Best student in overall subjects at the General Accounting stage in 2009 (Centre for Accounting Studies)

Additional Information

Knowledge of IQ Retail software, Knowledge of pastel and Sage Accpac accounting software, Also proficient in Microsoft office, Chartered Accounting member of the Lesotho Institute of accountants(LIA), Student member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), English - proficient, Sesotho (mother tongue) very proficient, Mr Chabeli Makoala, Audit Manager, Moores Rowland, Tel: 58062288, Mrs. Lineo Mahoholi, Finance Manager, Letseng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd, Tel: 22221800/ 58887773, Mr. Tsitso Mofokeng, Production Manager, Minopex Lesotho, Tel: 58307736, Mrs. Makopano Matjeane, Financial Accountant, Letseng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd, Tel: 22221805

License Number

L302975RA728862M1116513S

Attributes

  • Planning & Organization- As the head of the Accounts and Administration department I had to ensure all duties are achieved through proper planning and organization. Also a lecture I had to prepare teaching schemes. Also in my current role in order to support the operation where there is a need for service every 24 hours, I have been able to fulfil my role due to good planning and coaching of my team.
  • Team Work- The organization's success is highly dependent on a team; Achievement of organizational goals is easy when there is an effective team. So as a leader I strive for a strong and effective team.
  • Analysis, Leadership, account reconciliation

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/13/88
  • Nationality: Mosotho
  • Marital Status: Married

Affiliations

LIA- Lesotho Institute of Accountants

CIPS- Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

Finance and Procurement Manager

Minopex Lesotho (pty) Ltd
11.2020 - Current

Cost and Capital Accountant

Letseng Diamonds
10.2018 - 10.2020

Accountant

Letseng Diamonds
11.2015 - 09.2018

Senior Accountant

Intaproms (pty) ltd (Build it)
07.2012 - 10.2015

Accountant and Administrator

Lesotho Save the Children
01.2011 - 06.2012

Assistant Accountant and Administrator

Lesotho Save the Children
01.2010 - 12.2010

Diploma in procurement and Supply (Chartered institute of procurement and supply- CIPS) -

Advanced certificate in Procurement and supply (Chartered institute of procurement and supply- CIPS) -

New Managers development program certificate (University of Stellenbosch) -

Chartered Accounting Qualification (Center for Accounting Studies, Lesotho) -

General Accounting Qualification (Center for Accounting Studies, Lesotho) -

Certified Accounting Technician (Centre for Accounting Studies, Lesotho) -

COSC - Holy Names High School (Lesotho) -

JC Certificate - Holy Names High School (Lesotho) -

Standard 7 certificate - ST. Theresa Primary School (Lesotho) -

THAPELO FRANCIS HOLOANE