Thomas Matope

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.

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.

Bachelor of Accounting Sciences - Financial Accounting

Portfolio assessment - AGA(SA)

Associate - SAIBA

Tax Practitioner - Tax