Finance Manager

Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Developed the financial reporting system to increase accuracy and transparency; Developed and implemented efficient accounting, financial and operational systems; Contributed to the budgeting system to reduce costs; Reported payroll utilising SAGE 50c and administered employee benefits, including retirement, insurance and holiday time; Conducted financial analyses to identify areas of potential risk and recommended strategies to mitigate them; Developed and managed an organizational structure that allowed for effective resource allocation and delegation of tasks; Provided guidance and training to staff on accounting procedures and best practices.

Prepared financial audit reports to highlight issues, liaising with managerial staff and presenting findings to resolve; Conducted assessments, applying risk and control concepts to minimise potential future issues; Analysed financial reporting systems, recommending improvements; Identified potential problems and areas of risk and used initiative to proactively propose solutions; Took proactive role in fraud prevention and detection across business units; Evaluated work of audit juniors for quality and compliance; Designed audit programmes and testing procedures for new audits based on business requirements; Communicated with all levels of management to address areas of concern and change work practices to fulfil audit requirements; Developed good understanding of client to adapt approach and communication leading to maximum client satisfaction; Reviewed and updated existing audit tests programmes and testing procedures.

Negotiated and managed contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and cost reductions; Developed and managed an organizational structure that allowed for effective resource allocation and delegation of tasks; Interacted with customers and vendors with utmost professionalism to solve issues and challenges.

Conducted financial assessments, applying risk and control concepts to minimise potential future issues; Analysed financial reporting systems, recommending improvements and increasing efficiency; Prepared financial audit reports to highlight issues, liaising with managerial staff and presenting findings to resolve; Led multiple assignments simultaneously, taking responsibility for completion before set deadlines; Conducted financial audits, verifying activities complied with procedures and policies; Investigated financial statements to confirm compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable laws; Assessed company records for improper accounting methods and other potential risks; Participated in special investigations into allegations of fraud, theft or corruption and prepared reports and analysis; Communicated with all levels of management to address areas of concern and change work practices to fulfil audit requirements; Monitored execution of required follow-up activities on audit outcomes for timely realisation of improvements; Reviewed and updated existing audit tests programmes and testing procedures.