Financial Manager: Budget and Compliance
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I am a Chartered Accountant with over 13 years of experience in the finance industry, as Budget and Compliance Manager, Project Manager, Audit Controller (current roles), previous roles as Assistant Manager at PWC and Article Clerk to Audit Senior at A2A Kopano Incorporated, I have gained comprehensive knowledge and expertise in financial management, strategic planning, audit management, audit execution and operational optimization. I am adept at overseeing the full finance function, (not limited to but including, budgeting, forecasting and reporting) , ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements, and preparing accurate and timely management and financial statements.
In my current role as Manager Budget and Compliance at the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, I successfully led a finance team and played a key role in in the municipality’s financial planning and reporting as well as statutory reporting and compliance, including the preparation of the Annual Financial Statements. Three months after starting at my current employer I was appointed as the Project Manager responsible for the implementation of the Municipal Enterprise Management Systems reform. This showcased my ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and leadership skills.
During my time, I was appointed as Acting Chief Financial Officer at numerous times. One specific time was at the start of the Covid Pandemic, during mid-March. My strong finance acumen, combined with my analytical skills and attention to detail, enable me to provide accurate financial analysis and strategic insights to support executive decision-making.
Within a few days of being appointed as Acting Chief Financial Officer, I was also appointed as Audit Controller. In this role, I am responsible for assembling the audit information, preparation of the audit file and overall management of the external audit. During this time the municipality received their first consecutive unqualified audit opinions without material differences for the 2020/21 and 2021/22 financial years.
I have a proven track record of making sound financial decisions, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and maximizing operational performance. I have a solid foundation in financial accounting, tax regulations, and corporate governance. I am also highly proficient in utilizing advanced Excel techniques and financial software, which allows me to streamline financial processes.
Beyond my technical skills, I possess excellent leadership qualities and a collaborative management style. I thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments, and I believe in fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. My strong communication and interpersonal skills enable me to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
ASSUMING OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE BUDGET, TREASURY AND
COMPLIANCE FUNCTION WHICH INTER ALIA INCLUDE:
Provide strategic support to the Chief Financial Officer
Preparing and implementing a funded budget
Preparation of annual financial statements
Management of Municipal Budget and reporting on expenditure patterns to Management
Preparation of annual financial statements
Advising the Chief Financial Officer and Management in terms of budgeting, accounting, analysis, financial reporting, cash management and other duties.
Develop, review and implementation of appropriate financial policies, procedures and rules applicable to the municipality
Preparing and submission of reports to Top Management, Provincial and National Departments as prescribed by various legislation
Preparing and implementation of medium term financial plans, calculation, determination and implementation of tariffs for Municipal Services and facilities
Monitoring and controlling of proper accouting systems
mSCOA Implementation Manager and Systems Administrator - Monitoring and controlling of proper accounting systems
Audit Controller: Manage the audit process
Preparation of full accounting functions and preparation of accounting working papers and annual financial statements for Municipalities
Perform Advisory Services to Departments and State Owned Entities
Preparation of annual financial statements for:
Monthly payroll calculations and submissions to SARS for various clients including responding to queries from SARS
IT14SD submissions to SARS with regards to queries on financial statements
Preparation of full accounting functions and preparation of accounting working papers for companies not required to be audited as well as close corporations
Perform full audit functions and preparation of audit working papers for companies required to be audited
Preparation of full accounting functions and preparation of accounting working papers and annual financial statements for Municipalities.
Registered as a Chartered Accountant [ CA(SA) ] - 2017
University of Cape Town APC Professional Programme - 2016
UNISA Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences - 2015
UNISA BCOMPT Honours Degree - 2011
NMMU BCOM Accounting Degree for Chartered Accountants - 2007
Hoërskool De Vos Malan - 2004 (Passed with Exemption)
