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Dust-A-Side South AfricaGroup Chief Financial Officer
Apr. 2024 - Nov. 2024• Steered the financial operations of a multinational group comprising 15 companies across seven countries, with a combined annual revenue exceeding R800M. • Provided strategic financial leadership and operational oversight to support organisational growth and profitability.
• Strategic Financial Leadership: Developed and executed comprehensive financial strategies, aligning organisational goals with long-term profitability and sustainability.
• Team Leadership: Directed and mentored a high-performing team, fostering collaboration, skill development, and accountability.
• Financial Reporting: Ensured accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, providing actionable insights to the C-suite for informed decision-making.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Led the annual budgeting process and established long-term financial forecasting models to guide resource allocation and strategic investments.
• ERP Optimisation: Enhanced operational efficiency through the integration of Sage X3 ERP and Microsoft Power BI, streamlining financial processes and improving data analytics capabilities.
• Risk Management and Internal Controls: Identified financial and operational risks, implementing robust internal control frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Cash Flow Management: Supervised cash flow forecasts, optimised working capital, and directed debt collection strategies to maintain financial health and liquidity.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnered with operations, legal, and business development teams to drive contract profitability, ensure compliance, and support growth initiatives.
• Performance Analysis: Conducted detailed variance analysis, bridging gaps between budgeted and actual performance, and implemented corrective measures to achieve financial targets.
• Strategic Guidance: Delivered financial insights and recommendations to the executive leadership team, contributing to strategic decisions on mergers, acquisitions, and resource allocation.
Dust-A-Side South AfricaGroup Commercial Finance Manager
Jul. 2022 - Mar. 2024• Led commercial financial operations for a multinational organisation, driving strategic initiatives to optimise contract profitability, enhance financial controls, and support long-term business growth.
• Contract Financial Oversight: Managed financial control and reporting across high-value contracts, delivering insights to maximise margins, recover costs, and improve overall profitability.
• Collaboration with Key Stakeholders: Partnered with operations, legal, and business development teams to assess and negotiate commercial agreements, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and mitigating risks.
• Performance Monitoring: Directed performance review processes to track variances between budgeted and actual financial outcomes. Provided actionable recommendations to address discrepancies and optimise financial performance.
• Profitability Analysis: Conducted in-depth analyses of contract terms, focusing on cash flow, margin optimisation, and overhead recovery, ensuring sustainable financial operations.
• Cash Flow Management: Supervised cash flow forecasts, ensuring liquidity and implementing strategies to streamline debt collection and improve financial stability.
• Operational Integration: Facilitated collaboration between operational and financial teams, ensuring accurate cost recovery and seamless application of contract terms across projects.
• Strategic Financial Insights: Delivered timely financial insights to senior leadership, guiding decisions on resource allocation, contract pricing, and business development strategies.
• Risk Mitigation: Strengthened financial compliance and risk management processes in all commercial engagements, ensuring alignment with local and international regulations.
• Process Improvement: Enhanced the efficiency of financial reporting systems and processes, enabling faster and more accurate financial decision-making.
Dust-A-Side South AfricaGroup Financial Manager
May. 2020 - Jun. 2022• Directed the group-wide consolidation process and implemented reporting structures.
• Managed the integration of Sage X3 ERP and Power BI tools, driving operational efficiency.
• Oversaw budgeting, taxation, and financial policy development for all group entities.
• Supervised a team of eight, fostering professional growth and operational excellence.
Dust-A-Side South AfricaAssistant Financial Manager
Jun. 2018 - Apr. 2020• Supported multinational financial reporting, ensuring consistency across South Africa, Africa, Australia, and Chile.
• Enhanced liquidity through effective cash flow monitoring and projections.
• Analysed raw material costs, optimising inventory management within the ERP system.
FinFour Accounting & TaxationConsultant
Apr. 2013• Provide expert financial consulting services on an ad hoc basis, supporting diverse clients with accounting, taxation, and compliance needs.
• Compile accurate and compliant financial statements using Caseware, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Deliver end-to-end accounting services, including trial balance preparation and reconciliation of financial records.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, and corporate taxation processes for companies and individuals, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Facilitate CIPC-related services, such as company registrations, annual returns, and director updates, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Provide tailored financial insights and solutions to enhance client decision-making and operational efficiency.
Dust-A-Side South AfricaAccountant Assets and Taxation
Apr. 2013 - May. 2018• Managed taxation (VAT, PAYE), fleet, and asset portfolios to minimise risk and maximise ROI.
• Led intercompany reconciliations and implemented robust accounting procedures.
MDP Auditors IncorporatedAudit Manager
Jan. 2013 - Mar. 2013
MDP Auditors IncorporatedAudit Intern
Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2012
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