Lethukuthula Gama

Diploma-qualified Accountant with hands-on experience managing financial transactions, bank reconciliations, invoice processing, VAT reporting, and accounting system administration. Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Sage, Xero and Zoho, with experience supporting multiple client accounts and maintaining accurate financial records. Seeking opportunities to contribute strong bookkeeping and accounting support skills within a finance-focused environment.

Junior Accountant at Nkora Bookkeeping Services (2025-08 – Present)

• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records for multiple client accounts.
• High volume transaction traffic on QuickBooks Online
• Convert PDF bank statements into CSV format for import into accounting software, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Import and allocate bank transactions using accounting systems including QuickBooks Online, Sage, and Zoho.
• Create, upload, and manage customer invoices and manage accounts receivable
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Extract and prepare VAT reports to support tax submissions and compliance requirements.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure accurate recording of asset acquisitions and disposals.
• Process supplier and operational payments in accordance with company procedures and manage accounts payable
• Create and maintain supplier and customer profiles within accounting systems.
• Support month-end bookkeeping processes and maintain organised financial records.
• Manage bookkeeping activities across multiple client accounts while meeting strict deadlines.
• Full charge Bookkeeping & Expense Tracking

Examination Assistant at Majuba Tvet College (2022-10 – 2022-12)

• Oversaw the handling and security of examination scripts, ensuring all scripts were received sealed, correctly processed, and securely stored, while maintaining strict confidentiality and preventing loss or removal from the examination room
• Performed high-volume script checking (±100 scripts daily) under strict deadlines, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Administration Assistant at Majuba Tvet College (2022-07 – 2022-09)

• Ensured full compliance with NSFAS guidelines, contributing to accurate and compliant funding decisions
• Improved accuracy and reliability of student records by maintaining and updating a centralised database in line with DHET requirements
• Reduced funding errors by verifying students' academic results and eligibility before approval of financial aid
• Enhanced efficiency during registration periods by providing responsive help desk support, reducing delays in student enquiries
• Strengthened communication between students and administration by clearly explaining financial aid rules, application status, and funding outcomes
• Supported timely resolution of financial aid system issues by logging, tracking, and following up on reported problems

Diploma in Financial Accounting – Boston City Campus (2023)

National Senior Certificate – Newcastle High School (2016)