Tinyiko Mokase

Administrative professional with a Diploma in Accounting & Financial Computing and hands-on experience in the Basic Education sector, data capturing and reconciliation. Experienced in preparing and formatting analytical reports, maintaining accurate records, and working independently to meet deadlines. Brings multilingual communication skills (English, isiZulu, Sesotho, and working knowledge of Sepedi) and first-hand school-governance experience to Project NEEDU's Senior Administrative Officer role.

Educator Assistant at Germiston South Primary School (2021-11 – 2022-08)

• Captured and maintained daily class attendance registers and learner profiles across four Grade R classes
• Registered new learners on the SA-SAMS database and assisted the office administrator with data entry
• Collated assessments and test papers for the Foundation Phase Head of Department
• Assisted the Deputy Principal with capturing marks for all Foundation Phase learners
• Gained direct exposure to school administration, record-keeping and Basic Education sector operations

Junior Accountant at ZMG Consulting (2016-08 – 2019-10)

• Analysed transactions and captured financial data on Pastel accounting software
• Prepared Annual Financial Statements and Management Accounts, finalised on Caseware
• Reconciled balance sheet accounts and prepared supporting schedules
• Maintained an orderly electronic and manual filing/document system
• Handled confidential client information in line with data security protocols

Finance Intern – Payroll & Cost Management at Transnet Engineering (2013-09 – 2015-08)

• Captured payroll data (timesheets, leave and overtime) on SAP in line with company policy
• Prepared WIP split reports per profit centre, separating capital and operating expenditure
• Ran stock and inventory reconciliation reports, comparing the trial balance to the material master
• Prepared material analysis reports and investigated variances against the business plan

Cashier / Administrative Support at Electric Express (2012-03 – 2013-08)

• Provided administrative support, processing payments and maintaining accurate transaction records
• Prepared and issued minutes for monthly meetings
• Carried out general admin duties including filing, scanning and record maintenance

SGB Parent Member at Germiston High School (Present)

Finance Committee member involved in school budget preparation and presentation, and panel member for staff interviews; direct, current exposure to school governance and the Basic Education environment

Diploma in Accounting & Financial Computing – Rosebank College (2008)

Senior Certificate in Grade 12 – Alafang High School (2005)