AFEFA F.
Senior Bookkeeper Manager
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Afeefa (Fifi) R. is a seasoned Senior Bookkeeper and Finance Manager with four decades of experience in the accounting sector. Her extensive expertise encompasses comprehensive bookkeeping practices, financial reporting, and meticulous reconciliations within various South African industries. Currently leading as a Senior Bookkeeper Manager and Acting Finance Manager at Civilab (Pty) Ltd, Afeefa efficiently manages critical financial functions including supplier invoicing, debtors, and creditors, and is proficient in conducting bank, supplier, and general ledger reconciliations. Her tenure at Famous Brands as a Development Bookkeeper & Credit Controller saw her successfully handle debtor accounts and credit control. Earlier in her career at Brandserve Group, she honed her skills in bank reconciliations and asset management. Afeefa also possesses a proven track record in audit preparation, VAT, payroll accounting, and Microsoft Excel. Her formative roles at Nedbank American Express and M-Net provided a solid foundation in accounts administration, further enhancing her financial acumen.
Experience
Senior Bookkeeper Manager / Acting Finance Manager
CIVILAB (PTY) LTD · 2025 — PresentOversee essential accounting and bookkeeping tasks. Invoice processing for suppliers, managing creditors, and coordinating payments. Reconcile bank statements and accounts, including suppliers, debtors, and general ledger. Prepare financial and management accounts to trial balance and handle month-end and year-end adjustments. Administer petty cash and credit card reconciliations while maintaining records for fixed assets and depreciation. Facilitate audit preparation and coordination with external auditors, in addition to ensuring compliance with VAT and tax regulations.Development Bookkeeper & Credit Controller
FAMOUS BRANDS · 2017 — 2023Oversaw debtor accounts management, collections, and credit control. Conducted reconciliations for customers and analyzed age reports. Processed payments, credit notes, and journals while managing daily banking tasks and payment allocations. Generated month-end debtor reports alongside reporting packs. Followed up on outstanding accounts and communicated with customers, regional management, and the legal department, contributing to year-end audit processes.Senior Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant
BRANDSERVE GROUP · 2006 — 2017Conducted daily bank reconciliations and managed general ledger activities. Prepared age analysis for debtors and creditors while overseeing fixed asset management and depreciation records. Handled trial balances, journal entries, and monthly accruals. Calculated VAT and completed VAT201 reconciliations. Processed payroll journals along with reconciling salary accounts and assisted with statutory requirements regarding PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, and COIDA.Bookkeeper
SANDMAR TRAVEL · 1998 — 2006Managed full accounting functions, including bookkeeping and financial reconciliations. Processed various financial transactions and supported month-end reporting tasks.Accounts Clerk – Nedtravel
NEDBANK AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD DIVISION · 1996 — 1997Engaged in accounts administration and financial processing, addressing account queries and performing reconciliations.Accounts Clerk – Corporate Services
NEDBANK AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD DIVISION · 1993 — 1996Handled various accounts administration tasks within the corporate services division, focusing on financial processing and reconciliation.Accounts Clerk – American Express
NEDBANK AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD DIVISION · 1988 — 1993Acquired substantial experience in accounts administration, financial processing, and reconciliation within a banking and financial services context.Accounts Queries Clerk
M-NET · 1986 — 1988Addressed accounts queries and discrepancies while providing assistance in financial administration and account processing.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- MatricChris J Botha Senior Secondary School · — — 1985
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