Patrick Lesejane

I am a highly motivated, conscientious, and competent collaborator who possess in-depth knowledge and expertise with this industry. With a proven record of achievement, I can bring positivity, support, and a creative mindset to any team. I pride myself on taking ownership of challenging problems, maintaining high standards and assisting my employer in achieving their commercial objectives.

With a desire and passion for continuous professional development, I am confident to add value to your organization by always ensuring your customer and clients receive the best service as possible. With more than 15+ of experience in similar roles I can be relied upon to deliver I set out to achieve, whilst always seeking ways to help my employer grow, and save the money at the same time.

Debtor Controller - Cater Choice Company - Johannesburg, South Africa

(1995-07 - 1995-12)

• Ensuring accurate capturing of debt reconciliation and efficient control of debtor lists twice a month.
• Resolved 89% of queries promptly, maintaining strong client relationships and upholding company reputation daily.
• Diligently maintained journal entries daily and allocated receipt, payments and invoices, and control the petty cash flow, for the whole supply chain process.
• Conducted age analysis reporting monthly, and streamline debt analysis management for audit purposes quarterly.
• Prepared monthly accruals and statements, ensuring timely financial audit report purpose.

Finance and Administration - Gauteng Department Economic Development - Finance - Johannesburg, South Africa

(1996-01 - 2003-08)

• Utilized advanced tracing tool and tracking techniques, to improving recovery rates up 95%.
• Reviewed and reconcile VAT accounts, guaranteeing compliance with tax regulations.
• Billing and processing of all monthly invoices and ad hoc tasks.
• Organized new filing systems, to find files faster by using Microsoft Cloud.
• Providing and presenting full monthly debtors report to the Managing Director.

Senior Trade Inspector - Gauteng Department of Economic Development - Consumer Affairs Office - Johannesburg, South Africa

(2003-09 - 2009-10)

• Ensured compliance with the Sale and Service Matters Act 25 of 1993 and Credit Agreement Act No. 75 of 1980, enforcing regulations to maintain business integrity by 78% via targeted social media marketing campaigns and a focus on improving customer service.
• Initiated and investigated to redressed unfair trade practices to over 80%, and imposing spot fines, and minimized unfair trading to less than 20% of outlets in the province, and trading standards improved significantly.
• Launched and reached out the population of the province up to 60% on consumer rights education through roadshows, exhibitions, one-on-one consultation, to enhance public awareness on consumer rights.

Education Practitioner - Gauteng Department of Economic Development - Gauteng Liquor Board - Johannesburg, South Africa

(2009-11 - 2023-09)

• Delivered comprehensive education and guidance all outlets and the public in the province on adhering to the Gauteng Liquor Act 2 of 2003.
• Facilitated the license application process for clients 100%, ensuring compliance ad heard to pertaining Gauteng Liquor Board regulations.
• Lead dynamic workshops, seminars, and roadshows to promote regulatory compliance and awareness for over 20 meetings per month.
• Fostered collaborative relationships with all key stakeholders, aligning with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act 4 of 2013.

Matric (Grade 12) - Tswana, Afrikaans, English, Mathematics, Economics, Accounting - Emadwaleni Secondary School (1992)

Micro Computers Certificate - Introduction to computers, Brilliant Computerized accounting, Lotus 1-2-3 Level III - Academy of Learning (1994)

Certificate - Project Management NQF Level 4, Introduction to computers, Typing tutor, Pastel Accounting Software - Cashbook, Debtors Control, Creditors Control, Stock Contro - Johannesburg Coopers & Lybrand Micro Services (1995)

Course - HR Persal System for Human resources function Human Resources procedures - Department of State Expenditure (2000-01 - 2000-02)

Project Management PMP NQF Level 5 - Project Management - University of Johannesburg, Executive Dean: Engineering and The Built Environment (2014)