Marlene Bond

Senior accounting professional with over 20 years' experience across public practice, international financial services and remote accounting environments. My career includes completing professional articles with KPMG South Africa, progressing to Audit Senior at KPMG Channel Islands, followed by Head of Accounts at Credit Suisse Fund Administration, where I managed the financial reporting of approximately 60 investment funds (PGAS Group of Accounts) and supervised a team of Client Accountants. Following a planned career break to raise my family, I returned to the accounting profession in 2015 and have since built more than 10 years of successful remote accounting experience, providing bookkeeping and accounting services to a diverse portfolio of clients.

My expertise covers the full accounting cycle, including Trial Balance, Management Accounts, VAT, financial statement preparation, audit support and client relationship management. I am recognised for accuracy, integrity, professionalism and the ability to work independently while consistently meeting deadlines and delivering exceptional client service.

Senior Remote Accountant at Anita Mans Accounting & Tax Consulting Services (2015-01 – Present)

Provide remote accounting and bookkeeping services to a portfolio of South African clients, independently managing the complete accounting cycle while maintaining exceptional accuracy and client service.

• Manage the full accounting function from transaction processing through Trial Balance.
• Prepare month-end journals, reconciliations and management accounts.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with statutory compliance.
• Support the preparation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with auditors.
• Build trusted client relationships through professional, responsive service.

Head of Accounts – PGAS Group of Funds at Credit Suisse Fund Administration (2005-01 – 2008-12)

Managed the financial reporting of approximately 60 complex investment funds, supervising Client Accountants within a demanding international financial services environment.

• Prepared IFRS-compliant Financial Statements.
• Supervised and reviewed the work of Client Accountants.
• Managed management reporting and audit preparation.
• Liaised with auditors and external stakeholders.
• Delivered accurate financial reporting within strict deadlines.

Audit Senior at KPMG Channel Islands (2003-01 – 2005-12)

Trainee Accountant at KPMG South Africa (1997-01 – 2002-12)

Bookkeeper at Snyman Pieters & Kie (1994-01 – 1996-12)

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting – University of South Africa (UNISA)

Professional Development Programme in Hedge Fund Industry – BPP Professional Development

Certification in IFRS – ACCA