Caitlyn Prem

A detail-oriented accounting professional with hands-on experience in an accounting firm environment managing multiple clients and performing full bookkeeping functions. Skilled in bank reconciliations, capturing of transactions, VAT returns, and financial statement preparation. I am highly organised, proactive, confident and comfortable working independently in a remote setting.

Trainee Accountant - Dobeyn Accounting Solutions - Pietermaritzburg

(2023-01 - 2024-02)

• Managed bookkeeping and accounting tasks for multiple clients.
• Capturing of source documentation.
• Processed cashbook transactions.
• Prepared and drafted Annual Financial Statements.
• Prepared and submitted tax and VAT returns.
• Reconciliation of bank transactions and maintained accurate financial working papers.
• Processed payroll and submitted returns (EMP201/EMP501).
• Assisted in audit preparation by preparing structured documentation and reports.
• Liaising with clients via email to clarify and resolve queries.

Admin Clerk / Bookkeeper - JDJ Properties - Pietermaritzburg

(2024-02 - 2024-11)

• Performed full accounts payable and receivable duties.
• Prepared weekly payment schedules and monitored outstanding invoices.
• Reviewed and reconciled supplier statements regularly.
• Prepared VAT reports.
• Maintained strict weekly deadlines.

Online English Teacher (TEFL) - Open English - Remote

(2025-03)

• Worked independently in a fully remote environment.
• Proven high reliability, punctuality, self-discipline, independence and proactiveness.
• Managed schedules and communication across various digital platforms (Zoom, Teams, Slack).
• Maintained professional written and verbal communication.

BCom - Accounting Sciences - University of South Africa

NSC - Bachelor's Pass - Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School (2018)