Details
As the Accountant at Serviettes Zim, I report directly to the Managing Director and assume full responsibility for her duties in her absence. My core responsibilities encompass the entire financial spectrum, including the preparation of annual financial reports and monthly management accounts, and the design and preparation of the daily management business dashboard. I oversee the assistant accountant and manage critical functions such as payroll, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, comprehensive inventory control, and detailed product costing and pricing.
Key contributions in this role include:
* Driving financial strategy by conducting thorough product costing and pricing analysis, which identified a significant 25% overpricing issue, leading to vital strategic pricing adjustments in response to market competition.
* Playing a key role in business development by assisting the Managing Director in evaluating the profitability of new product lines, such as coloured serviettes, and establishing targeted pricing strategies for niche markets.
* Enhancing profitability through critical financial analysis, including determining the company's breakeven point to inform robust pricing decisions.
* Significantly improving operational efficiency by streamlining financial data analysis through the creation of an interactive Excel dashboard, providing continuous visibility into Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which I also helped establish.
* Championing data-driven decision-making by leveraging customer profile analysis to optimise revenue growth and advocating for the establishment of a marketing team to diversify revenue streams and reduce client concentration risk.
* Demonstrating leadership and operational management by successfully managing the production team during the MD's absence, meeting a 42% surge in demand in May 2023.
Skills
Core Finance & Accounting:
* Financial Reporting (IAS & IFRS Compliant)
* Management Accounting
* Financial Modelling
* Financial Analysis
* Business Valuations
* Forecasting
* Budgeting
* Internal Controls Design & Implementation
* Risk Assessment & Management
* Tax Compliance
* Statutory Compliance (VAT, Payroll)
* Payroll Preparation & Management
* Product Costing
* Pricing Strategy
* Cash Flow Management & Projections
* Working Capital Management
* Investment Appraisal
* Accounting System Setup & Implementation
* Month-End Closing
* Breakeven Analysis
* Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
* Accounting Consultancy
* Inter-departmental Reconciliations
* Bookkeeping
Analytical & Strategic Skills:
* Data Analytics
* Strategic Business Planning
* Business Strategy Development
* Finance Business Partnering
* Business Process Improvement
* Profitability Analysis & Evaluation
* Market Competition Analysis
* Customer Profile Analysis
* KPI Development & Monitoring
* Operational Efficiency Optimisation
* Problem Solving
* Strategic Thinking
* Data-Driven Decision Making
* Wastage Cost Mitigation
* Revenue Diversification Strategy
* Client Concentration Risk Reduction
Software & Technical Skills:
* Advanced Microsoft Excel (Financial Modelling, Dashboards)
* Microsoft Power BI
* SQL Server
* QuickBooks
* Pastel Accounting
* Sage Accounting
* MS Office Suite
Management & Interpersonal Skills:
* Staff Management
* Staff Training & Mentoring
* Leadership
* Team Building
* Cross-functional Coordination
* Supervision
* Recruitment
* Investor Relations & Reporting
* Communication Skills
* Presentation Skills
Process & Operational Skills:
* Process Transformation & Efficiency
* Reporting Accuracy Improvement
* Production Traceability Enhancement
* Inventory Control & Stock Management
* Digital Business Model Transition
* Sales Agent System Development
* Project Management
Personal Attributes:
* Adaptable
* Self-Starter
* Avid Learner
* High Ethical Standards
* Detail-Oriented
* Proactive
About
I am a highly strategic and analytical, ACCA-qualified finance professional with a proven track record of driving business growth, optimising financial operations, and enhancing profitability across diverse industries in Zimbabwe. With over a decade of comprehensive experience, from foundational roles in bookkeeping and internal audit to impactful positions as an Accountant and Manager, I am eager to bring my expertise to the dynamic Australian market.
What I Bring:
Strong Financial Acumen & Analytical Skills: I possess deep expertise in financial reporting (compliant with IAS and IFRS), management accounting, forecasting, budgeting, financial modelling, and data analysis. I excel at transforming complex financial and non-financial data into actionable strategies that drive business process improvements and inform sound decision-making.
Demonstrable Strategic Impact & Achievements: I have successfully built interactive 3-statement financial models that were crucial for business strategy development and in securing regulatory licensing for Allegiant Finance (Micro Finance Institution).
My development of a comprehensive financial model, which included detailed pricing and costing, was instrumental in securing funding for the Adventist Lifestyle Centre's successful restructuring.
At Serviettes Zim, I transformed the accounting, payroll, and management
reporting processes, achieving significant end-to-end efficiency and notably cutting month-end closing time by 60%. Through thorough product costing and pricing analysis, I identified a critical 25% overpricing issue, leading to strategic pricing adjustments that aligned with market conditions.
At Third Angel Media, I played a pivotal role in eliminating rental costs equivalent to 18% of expenses by leading the transition from a traditional store to a digital business model. I achieved an 18% increase in Gross Profit margin by identifying strategic bulk purchase opportunities and securing necessary short-term finance.
While at Healthy Lifestyle Institute, I spearheaded the introduction of new health consultation services, which successfully generated 30% of the company's total revenue within their first year.
Expertise in Systems & Process Improvement: I have a proven ability to establish and strengthen internal controls, streamline operational workflows, and implement new accounting systems, including software such as QuickBooks, Pastel, and Sage. I have also created interactive Excel dashboards to provide continuous visibility into Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and have consistently initiated data-driven decision-making processes.
Leadership, Adaptability & Drive: My experience includes managing, training, and mentoring staff. I am highly adaptable, having successfully managed diverse financial operations across various sectors including MSMEs, manufacturing, agribusiness, media, and retail. I am a proactive self-starter, an avid learner committed to maintaining high ethical standards, and a strategic thinker.
My Career Objective:
I am seeking a challenging and rewarding finance role in management accounting or FP&A within a forward-thinking Australian company where I can leverage my extensive experience and strategic capabilities to contribute to organisational success. I am actively looking for visa sponsorship opportunities and am eager to apply my strong work ethic and proven financial expertise in a new environment. I am a Zimbabwean national, and my current passport is valid until 2029.
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