Melissa de Jager

Detail-oriented accounting and operations professional with 7+ years of international experience across South Africa and the United States. Highly skilled in advanced Microsoft Excel, Sage Pastel, and Sage VIP Payroll, with proven success managing full-cycle bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial reporting, and payroll for 400+ employees. Brings a strong customer service background alongside excellent organizational ability, accuracy, and team coordination skills, consistently performing in fast-paced, people-focused environments.

Over 7 years of international experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and operations.

At Kissel

Entertainment (USA), managed full-cycle employee operations including timekeeping, sign-in/out processes, and uniform inventory. Experienced in preparing payroll using Sage VIP Payroll and handling financial reporting. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Sage Pastel, Asana, and Canva for operational and administrative efficiency.

Previous experience in South Africa includes comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting support, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes, maintain accurate records, and support cross-functional teams.

Higher Certificate, Economics & Management Sciences – UNISA, South Africa (2017–2018)

National Senior Certificate – High School Fochville, South Africa (2010–2014)

GA Level 3 Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) – i-to-i Teach English Abroad, South Africa (2020–2021)