Melissa

Accountant / Bookkeeper

Melissa

ID Verified
1,200/mo
Hartswater, South Africa
Looking for Full-time
8 hours/day
Availability: EU timezone

Profile Description

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality work standards. I have solid experience in bookkeeping and accounting, with a strong understanding of financial processes, reconciliations, and accurate record-keeping. I communicate clearly, adapt quickly, and consistently follow through on my responsibilities. I take ownership of my tasks, enjoy problem-solving, and work well both independently and within a team.

Top Skills

Bookkeeping · 9 yearsFinancial Reporting · 9 yearsSage · 8 yearsQuickBooks · 5 yearsTax Preparation · 5 years

Skills & Expertise

Finance & Accounting

BookkeepingExpert
Financial ReportingExpert
SageExpert
QuickBooksExpert
XeroExpert
Tax PreparationExpert
NetSuiteBeginner
Accounts Payable/ReceivableBeginner
Payroll ProcessingBeginner

Work Experience

Owner

M Steenkamp Accounting and Bookkeeping Services

May 2025 - Present

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide full bookkeeping and accounting services tailored to client requirements • Capture and process VAT transactions in compliance with SARS legislation • Prepare, reconcile, and submit VAT returns accurately and on time • Prepare and submit EMP201 returns (PAYE, UIF, SDL) and manage payroll compliance • Prepare and submit IRP5 certificates and EMP501 reconciliations via SARS eFiling • Mainta...

QuickBooksTax PreparationSageBookkeepingAccounts Payable/ReceivableXeroFinancial ReportingNetSuitePayroll Processing

Accounting Clerk

Beato Financial Services

Jan 2023 - Apr 2025

Job Responsibilities:

• Captured and processed VAT transactions accurately in compliance with SARS requirements • Prepared, reviewed, and submitted VAT returns within statutory deadlines • Performed detailed VAT reconciliations and resolved discrepancies prior to submission • Captured, maintained, and reviewed financial records using various accounting systems and client-specific software • Prepared and finalized annua...

SageBookkeepingFinancial Reporting

Admin, Stock , Bookkeeping

BBS / JBJ / Massey Ferguson

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

Job Responsibilities:

• Ordered parts and liaised with suppliers to ensure timely delivery • Prepared and issued invoices for parts sold • Conducted regular stock counts and reconciled variances • Prepared quotations for clients and followed up where required • Assisted clients with queries, orders, and account-related matters • Managed petty cash, including reconciliation and record keeping • Processed bank payments a...

QuickBooksSageBookkeepingAccounts Payable/ReceivablePayroll Processing

Accounting Clerk

CJ Wessels en Kie

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

Job Responsibilities:

• Captured and processed VAT transactions accurately in compliance with SARS requirements • Captured and maintained financial statement documentation using various accounting systems • Prepared and finalized annual financial statements using Excel and Draftworx • Prepared and submitted IRP5 certificates via SARS eFiling, including EMP501 reconciliations • Prepared and submitted EMP201 returns (PAY...

SageBookkeepingFinancial ReportingPayroll ProcessingTax Preparation

Accounting Clerk

Penta Financial Services

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

Job Responsibilities:

• Captured and processed VAT transactions accurately in compliance with SARS requirements • Captured and maintained financial statement documentation using various accounting systems • Prepared and finalized annual financial statements using Excel and Draftworx • Prepared and submitted IRP5 certificates via SARS eFiling, including EMP501 reconciliations • Prepared and submitted EMP201 returns (PAY...

QuickBooksSageFinancial ReportingPayroll ProcessingTax Preparation

Accounting Clerk

Nel en Vennote

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

Job Responsibilities:

• Captured and processed VAT transactions accurately in compliance with SARS requirements • Captured and maintained financial statement documentation using various accounting systems • Prepared and finalized annual financial statements using Excel and Draftworx • Prepared and submitted IRP5 certificates via SARS eFiling, including EMP501 reconciliations • Prepared and submitted EMP201 returns (PAY...

XeroFinancial ReportingPayroll ProcessingTax Preparation

Head of Admin

SABCOOL

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

Job Responsibilities:

Captured and processed operational and financial data, including job card invoicing • Managed petty cash, payroll inputs, overtime, and mileage claims • Administered company vehicles, spares, coolers, and supplier orders • Monitored SLAs, performance targets (SAB), and service delivery standards • Ensured high levels of client satisfaction and operational efficiency • Supervised administrative sta...

BookkeepingAccounts Payable/ReceivablePayroll Processing

Installations Administrator

SABCOOL

Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

Job Responsibilities:

• Created and managed job cards efficiently • Captured and maintained accurate data for operational processes • Generated invoices for completed job cards • Monitored and managed overtime allocations • Coordinated routing and scheduling of tasks • Ensured high levels of client satisfaction • Managed vehicle allocation and tracking • Monitored and adhered to SLA requirements • Achieved set performa...

Quick Stats

Age34 years
GenderFemale
English LevelFluent
ID VerificationVerified
Portfolio
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Certifications

ICB SENIOR BOOKKEEPER
IPASS PRACTICAL VAT

Education

Bachelor's Degree

UNISA

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