Sithembiso Maseko

Detail-oriented and results driven finance professional with proven experience as an Accounts Payable Officer within a group for a holding company TiAuto Investments (PTY) Ltd, which operates across South Africa. Experienced in supporting group-wide finance operations, processing high volume local and foreign supplier invoices and reconciliations, ledger support and maintaining strict documentation controls within a deadline-driven environment. Demonstrated ability to prepare payment packs, manage audit trails, distribute POPs and resolve supplier queries.

Supported month-end reporting with a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Strong exposure to ERP systems, financial controls and cross-functional stakeholder engagement across multiple business units. Recognised for excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to perform effectively under pressure.

Eager to contribute these skills within a structured finance function while continuing to grow in the accounting environment.

Accounts Payable Officer at TiAuto Investments HQ - Group Services (2024-01 – Present)

Supported day-to-day accounting and Accounts Payable for group operations to ensure accurate and timely processing.

• Supported day-to-day accounting and Accounts Payable for group operations to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Captured and processed high volumes of domestic and foreign supplier invoices on Sage X3.
• Prepared weekly and monthly supplier payment runs in line with agreed payment terms.
• Processed journals and accounting entries in line with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Compiled payment packs with supporting documentation for review and approval.
• Processed and allocated invoices in line with Delegation of Authority (DOA) and posting to the correct vendor and General Ledger accounts.
• Performed monthly and fortnight reconciliations for approximately 500 suppliers and intercompany accounts.
• Assisted with bank reconciliations, payment allocations, proof of payment distribution and payment queries.
• Supported month-end, half-year, and year-end Accounts Payable close processes.
• Maintained organised digital filing systems and clean audit trails for finance documentation.
• Added new suppliers including verification of registration documentation, BEE/BBBEE and compliance tax pins.
• Generated ageing reports weekly and monthly to support management decision-making.
• Conducted detailed investigation of financial discrepancies and assist with implementing of corrective actions.
• Liaised with cross-functional departments to obtain missing documents and approvals.

Diploma in Accounting in Accounting – Tshwane University of Technology (2025)

Grade 12 in General Education – Elizabeth Matsemela Secondary School (2014)