Lean Soyama Siyo

Detail-oriented and eager Financial Graduate with a strong foundation in accounting principles, tax compliance, financial reporting, and ERP systems. Holds a Diploma in Accountancy (Financial Accounting) and is currently completing an Advanced Diploma in Internal Auditing at Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Experienced with SAP and Sage Pastel, with a keen interest in ERP systems including Sage X3.

Demonstrates a structured, process-driven approach to problem-solving and thrives in collaborative team environments. Eager to contribute to client-facing ERP implementation projects while continuously developing skills in business process analysis and system solutions.

ACCOUNTANT - OX Events - Cape Town

(2025-07)

• Maintain accurate General Ledger entries, reconciliations, and financial records across multiple project accounts.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, including vendor payments and client billing cycles.
• Execute precise job costing, tracking materials, freight, and labour costs against project budgets to protect profit margins.
• Manage end-to-end procurement by issuing purchase orders and coordinating vendor payments for suppliers and installers.
• Optimise cash flow by overseeing client retainers, progress billings, and accounts receivable to ensure project liquidity.
• Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
• Capture debts accurately on the BAS system, ensuring completeness and accuracy of records to support audit compliance.

TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT - Kunokhar Chartered Accountants and Tax Practitioners Inc.

(2021-07 - 2023-01)

End of contract

• Reduced VAT reconciliation errors by 20% by designing and implementing improved reconciliation procedures.
• Filed 50+ SARS submissions (VAT201, ITR14, ITR12, EMP201, EMP501) with zero penalties or delays.
• Prepared full-set financial statements for multiple clients in accordance with South African accounting standards.
• Managed General Ledger accounts, performed monthly reconciliations, and ensured accurate financial reporting.
• Processed Accounts Payable and Receivable transactions, maintaining accurate records for client portfolios.
• Performed VAT calculations for cash and credit transactions; completed VAT201 returns and maintained VAT control accounts.
• Filed Income Tax Returns (ITR14 and ITR12), EMP501 Reconciliations, and EMP201 submissions via SARS eFiling.
• Calculated and processed PAYE and UIF liabilities; ensured timeous payments to SARS and the Department of Labour.
• Determined COIDA liabilities and managed all related compliance submissions.
• Set up and maintained payroll records; processed monthly payroll runs and reconciliations using SimplePay.
• Conducted client consultations and supported small business owners with tax strategy and financial guidance.
• Took detailed meeting notes during client consultations and assisted with preparation of financial reports and presentations.

Advanced Diploma - Internal Auditing - Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Diploma - Accountancy – Financial Accounting - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2025)

Diploma - Financial Management – Taxation - Northlink College (2021)