Londiwe Ayanda Mgenge

Junior Bookkeeper | Finance Professional

Durban, ZA.

About

Detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper with over 2 years of combined experience in finance administration and bookkeeping, adept at improving accuracy and reducing month-end close times. Proven ability to ensure compliance with SARS and IFRS standards, leveraging expertise in Pastel, Xero, and Excel. Recognized for proactively identifying discrepancies and contributing to clean audits, driving efficiency and financial integrity.

Work

Afssa Accountant

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Junior Bookkeeper

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Summary

Manages comprehensive bookkeeping operations for over 15 SME clients, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Highlights

Maintained full sets of books for 15+ SME clients, encompassing reconciliations and ensuring timely month-end close processes.

Prepared and submitted VAT201, EMP201, and EMP501 returns via SARS eFiling using Xero, ensuring timely tax compliance.

Executed precise journal entries and reconciled bank statements using Xero, enhancing financial data integrity and reporting accuracy.

Administered end-to-end payroll processes and pay runs via SimplyPay, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for staff.

Supported financial statement preparation and client documentation using Draftworx, contributing to audit readiness and compliance.

Altacon Projects

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Finance Administrator

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Summary

Administered critical financial processes, from subcontractor record-keeping to payroll collaboration, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.

Highlights

Captured and maintained comprehensive subcontractor information in Excel, ensuring accurate record-keeping and streamlined reporting.

Processed petty cash, tax invoices, and reimbursements using BuildSmart, adhering strictly to internal financial procedures.

Managed and updated the company's Asset Register (PPE), ensuring all assets were accurately recorded for financial integrity.

Assisted external auditors with meticulous reconciliations of financial documents, contributing to efficient and clean audit outcomes.

Collaborated with HR on payroll calculations, including wages, PAYE, and UIF, ensuring accurate cost splitting on A-Site.

Education

Durban University of Technology

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Diploma Accounting

Mathubesizwe high school

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Grade 12

Languages

English

Skills

Software

Pastel Partner, Xero, QuickBooks, MS Excel, Sage One, SimplyPay, BuildSmart, Draftworx, SARS eFiling.

Accounting Principles

General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Bank Reconciliations, VAT201, Trial Balance, Month-End Close, IFRS for SMEs.

Compliance & Reporting

SARS eFiling, Fixed Asset Registers, CIPC Filings, BizPortal Filings, ITR14, Provisional Tax Returns.

Financial Administration

Data Accuracy, Process Improvement, Deadline Management, Stakeholder Support, Petty Cash Management, Invoice Processing.