Thomas Matope
Senior Financial Accountant | Full Function | IFRS | Tax | Management Reporting
About
Experienced Senior Financial Accountant with 11+ years' experience in financial reporting, taxation, payroll, budgeting, and IFRS compliance across multiple industries. Proficient in Sage Evolution, management accounting, and statutory reporting. Multilingual professional seeking a long-term opportunity in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and willing to relocate immediately.
Experience
Senior Financial Accountant - Sepsprac Accounting (formerly DMS Africa (Pty) Ltd)
(2022-06)
- Manage full accounting function for multiple clients across various industries.
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Compile annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and IFRS for SMEs.
- Handle VAT, PAYE, UIF and income tax submission, SARS queries and audits.
- Oversee payroll processing and ensure statutory compliance.
- Supervise and review work of junior accountants.
- Liaise directly with clients to provide financial insights and support decision making.
- Improve reporting accuracy and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
Accountant - Sprigg Abbott Incorporated
(2019-01 - 2022-05)
- Compiled annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and IFRS for SMEs.
- Managed tax functions including Income tax, VAT, PAYE.
- Performed financial analysis and reporting for clients.
- Supervised junior staff and reviewed accounting work.
- Assisted clients with financial record improvements and compliance.
- Performed stock counts.
Accountant - Basson Adviesdienste
(2015-07 - 2018-12)
- Maintained full accounting records up to trial balance.
- Prepared financial statements and tax returns.
- Managed SARS eFiling (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax).
- Processed payroll and ensured compliance with statutory requirements.
- Performed monthly reconciliations and reporting.
Junior Accountant - FODB Inc
(2015-01 - 2015-06)
- Assisted with preparation of financial statements.
- Processed accounting entries and reconciliations.
- Supported tax calculations and submissions.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences - Financial Accounting
Portfolio assessment - AGA(SA)
Associate - SAIBA
Tax Practitioner - Tax
