Preya Simon

A dedicated and results-driven Bookkeeper/Accountant with over 15 years of progressive experience across financial accounting, property management, auditing, and full-function bookkeeping. Recognised for exceptional accuracy, strong analytical ability, and the capacity to manage high-volume workloads while maintaining strict attention to detail. Skilled in producing reliable financial reports, preparing audit-ready files, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Highly adaptable, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement, I bring strong problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal communication, and a proactive approach to supporting organisational growth. I take pride in delivering quality work, strengthening internal controls, and contributing positively to my working environment.

Rental Accountant - Thornbrook Trading (Clothing Junction) - Durban, South Africa

(2026-01)

• Manage full rental accounts for a portfolio of 140 stores
• Manage and maintain rental accounting records for commercial property portfolios
• Process tenant billing, rental invoices, receipts, and account reconciliations
• Reconcile bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and landlord accounts
• Ensure accurate recording of lease agreements, escalations, and renewals
• Assist with budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and expense tracking for properties
• Liaise with tenants, landlords, property managers, and service providers regarding account queries
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and relevant legislation
• Improved tenant account accuracy through detailed reconciliations and payment tracking
• Reduced outstanding tenant balances through consistent follow-ups and account management
• Ensured timely preparation of monthly rental reports and reconciliations
• Maintained high accuracy levels while processing high-volume tenant transactions
• Successfully resolved tenant billing and payment queries efficiently and professionally
• Assisted in improving cash flow through accurate allocation of rental income
• Supported smooth month-end processes by meeting reporting deadlines consistently
• Contributed to improved financial recordkeeping and audit compliance

Bookkeeper / Accountant - Blitz Neon Signs - Durban, South Africa

(2020-02 - 2025-12)

• Manage full accounting function including debtors, creditors, cashbook, and general ledger
• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and financial reporting
• Oversee VAT submissions, EMP201/EMP501, PAYE, UIF & SDL
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules
• Prepare audit files and liaise with external auditors
• Conduct intercompany reconciliations and oversee supplier payments
• Source and purchase goods at the best prices, maintain supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery and quality of supplies
• Monitor and manage inventory levels, conduct regular stock checks and keep accurate records of stock movements
• Streamlined month-end processes and improved reporting accuracy

Property Accountant - The Gottlieb Group - Durban, South Africa

(2018-01 - 2019-12)

• Prepare tenant invoicing, rental schedules & utilities charge-outs
• Perform full property accounting cycle and bank/debtor/creditor reconciliations
• Manage lease updates, tenant queries & arrears collections
• Prepare monthly owner reports and portfolio performance analysis
• Ensured 100% accuracy in lease updates and improved turnaround time on tenant queries

Accounting Manager - Chetty & Associates - Durban, South Africa

(2016-10 - 2017-01)

• Supervise accounting team and manage deadlines for client submissions
• Draft financial statements on Caseware for multiple clients
• Review GL, trial balances and oversee audit preparation
• Provide management reporting and advisory support for clients
• Improved reporting turnaround and strengthened audit preparation

Debtors / Creditors Controller - Bvlk Apparel & Accessories (Pty) Ltd - Durban, South Africa

(2015-07 - 2016-10)

• Manage full debtors and creditors functions
• Conduct bank, cashbook & petty cash reconciliations
• Resolve billing discrepancies and prepare weekly age analyses
• Assist with stock and costing reconciliations
• Reduced debtor days and improved accuracy of supplier reconciliations

Trainee Accountant - Sultan & Sultan Chartered Accountants and Auditors - Durban, South Africa

(2014-02 - 2015-07)

• Assist with preparation of Annual Financial Statements and audit files
• Bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT & PAYE submissions
• Perform audit testing and maintain supporting schedules
• Delivered high-quality audit working papers with minimal review notes

Accountant - Serendipity Tours - Durban, South Africa

(2008-02 - 2013-11)

• Manage full accounting cycle including payroll and statutory submissions
• Prepare management accounts, budgets and variance analysis
• Handle credit card reconciliations, supplier payments and foreign currency reconciliations
• Prepare audit files and liaise with auditors
• Strengthened internal controls and improved reconciliation processes

Accounts Assistant - GMVK Accounting Services - Durban, South Africa

(2006-11 - 2007-12)

• Data capturing, ledger maintenance & reconciliations
• Assist with VAT & PAYE processing
• Maintain financial schedules and filing systems

Accounts Assistant - Intertrans Movers - Durban, South Africa

(2003-11 - 2004-06)

• Process supplier invoices and basic debtors' transactions
• Assist with cashbook processing & bank reconciliations
• Support job costing and administrative functions

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting - Damelin (2005 - 2009)

Secondary School - PR Pather Secondary School