Ashiqah Petersen

Versatile finance and operations professional with 10+ years of experience across finance administration, creditors, procurement, office coordination and operational project support. Progressed through multiple roles within the 3C Metal / Cinco Engineering group, building broad hands-on experience in accounts payable, supplier management, reconciliations, payment processing, budgeting, procurement, facilities, fleet and compliance support. Proficient in Sage Pastel, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Recognised for accuracy, problem-solving, strong supplier relationships, adaptability and the ability to manage competing priorities in deadline-driven environments.

Finance Administrator at 3C METAL / CINCO ENGINEERING GROUP (2018-01 – 2026-01)

Career progression through Finance, Administration, Operations, Creditors & Procurement at Cinco Engineering

• Managed day-to-day finance administration, account allocation, invoice and documentation controls, and internal approval processes.
• Coordinated office administration and operational support, including fleet, facilities, vendors, budgeting, asset control, resource allocation and compliance monitoring.
• Processed and verified high-volume supplier invoices in Sage Pastel; matched invoices to purchase orders and supporting delivery/service documentation.
• Prepared month-end payment packs, reconciled supplier accounts, resolved discrepancies and monitored supplier credit limits and payment terms.
• Assisted with cash-flow forecasting, budget tracking, procurement activities and supplier management across operational/project requirements.
• Supported internal and external audits by maintaining accurate financial and compliance documentation.
• Trained new staff on Sage Pastel and procurement procedures.

Finance & Office Coordinator at 3C METAL / CINCO ENGINEERING GROUP (2018-01 – 2026-01)

Career progression through Finance, Administration, Operations, Creditors & Procurement at Cinco Engineering

• Managed day-to-day finance administration, account allocation, invoice and documentation controls, and internal approval processes.
• Coordinated office administration and operational support, including fleet, facilities, vendors, budgeting, asset control, resource allocation and compliance monitoring.
• Processed and verified high-volume supplier invoices in Sage Pastel; matched invoices to purchase orders and supporting delivery/service documentation.
• Prepared month-end payment packs, reconciled supplier accounts, resolved discrepancies and monitored supplier credit limits and payment terms.
• Assisted with cash-flow forecasting, budget tracking, procurement activities and supplier management across operational/project requirements.
• Supported internal and external audits by maintaining accurate financial and compliance documentation.
• Trained new staff on Sage Pastel and procurement procedures.

Creditors & Procurement Clerk at 3C METAL / CINCO ENGINEERING GROUP (2018-01 – 2026-01)

Career progression through Finance, Administration, Operations, Creditors & Procurement at Cinco Engineering

• Managed day-to-day finance administration, account allocation, invoice and documentation controls, and internal approval processes.
• Coordinated office administration and operational support, including fleet, facilities, vendors, budgeting, asset control, resource allocation and compliance monitoring.
• Processed and verified high-volume supplier invoices in Sage Pastel; matched invoices to purchase orders and supporting delivery/service documentation.
• Prepared month-end payment packs, reconciled supplier accounts, resolved discrepancies and monitored supplier credit limits and payment terms.
• Assisted with cash-flow forecasting, budget tracking, procurement activities and supplier management across operational/project requirements.
• Supported internal and external audits by maintaining accurate financial and compliance documentation.
• Trained new staff on Sage Pastel and procurement procedures.

Creditors Clerk at 3C METAL / CINCO ENGINEERING GROUP (2018-01 – 2026-01)

Career progression through Finance, Administration, Operations, Creditors & Procurement at Cinco Engineering

• Managed day-to-day finance administration, account allocation, invoice and documentation controls, and internal approval processes.
• Coordinated office administration and operational support, including fleet, facilities, vendors, budgeting, asset control, resource allocation and compliance monitoring.
• Processed and verified high-volume supplier invoices in Sage Pastel; matched invoices to purchase orders and supporting delivery/service documentation.
• Prepared month-end payment packs, reconciled supplier accounts, resolved discrepancies and monitored supplier credit limits and payment terms.
• Assisted with cash-flow forecasting, budget tracking, procurement activities and supplier management across operational/project requirements.
• Supported internal and external audits by maintaining accurate financial and compliance documentation.
• Trained new staff on Sage Pastel and procurement procedures.

Finance & Administration Clerk at 3C Metal Belmet (now 3C Metal Ortec) (2018-01 – 2020-12)

• Provided finance and administrative support including account allocation, document control, invoice administration and approval processes.
• Checked delivery/service receipts and matched supplier invoices to purchase orders.
• Maintained organised financial records and supporting documentation.

Grade 12 NSC

Higher Certificate in Business Management – IQ Academy