Katso Sedupelela

Check the arithmetic accuracy of input batches for processing into Kerridge, check and verify audit reports and control accounts against original data, and resolve emerging queries

• Track, check, and review performance, then provide feedback to ensure adherence to accounting standards, systems, procedures, and timetables and accuracy of all entries
• Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
• Organize the activities of the accounts team, communicate expectations, allocate duties, and provide guidance following accounting deadlines and schedules,workload, procedures, and priorities
• Boosted interdepartmental collaboration by developing strong working relationships with colleagues from other finance functions such as payroll, treasury, and procurement teams.
• Checks the accuracy of payments related to 400 suppliers input by the accounts payable team and initiates corrective action
• Streamlined the accounts payable process, resulting in reduced processing time by 2 days which has increased vendor satisfaction.
• Collaborated with external auditors for smooth completion of annual audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Developed comprehensive financial policies and procedures that provided clear guidelines for the finance team, ensuring consistency in work performance.
• Resolve internal and external accounting queries in accordance with the level of competence and authority to ensure the accuracy of information and minimize internal /external customer and audit queries.
• Expedited month-end close process through efficient coordination among finance team members and effective task prioritization.
• Assisted management in making informed decisions by providing support in analyzing financial data and generating ad-hoc financial reports upon request.
• Mentored junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
• Increased efficiency in account reconciliations through automation initiatives and enhanced system utilization.
• Ensured timely completion of month-end closing procedures, enabling accurate financial reporting for decision-making purposes.
• Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments, and adjustments.
• Supervises accounts payable team of up to four employees, and takes full responsibility for the welfare, discipline, and engagement of staff.
• Review and check accounting documentation to ensure accuracy before submitting for authorization and account reconciliation
• Prepare and review payment documentation for accuracy and to ensure that expenditures are authorized.

• Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
• Responded promptly to vendor inquiries, fostering positive relationships with external partners.
• Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information, ensuring the protection of company assets and maintaining a high level of professional integrity.
• Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments, and adjustments.
• Collaborated with team members to develop new internal control measures, increasing overall financial security.
• Verified the accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in a 98% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
• Ensure that all payment-related information is entered into the accounting system and records are well maintained to facilitate payments

• Set up and updated Excel spreadsheets to track financial data
• Input financial data and produced reports using Quickbooks
• Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
• Completed accurate bank reconciliations, identifying errors and rectifying any discrepancies promptly.
• Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements to provide insight into company performance.
• Enhanced financial accuracy, maintaining detailed records of all transactions and bank deposits.
• Ensured prompt payment of invoices, negotiating with vendors to secure favorable terms and discounts.
• Improved invoice processing times with the utilization of accounting software for accurate data entry.

• Recorded invoices into Gov't Accounting and Budgeting System, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked all expenses
• Ensured that the purchase order and invoice match, communicated with suppliers to identify and resolve outstanding payments, and gathered, evaluated and summarised account data in detailed financial reports.