Charlotte N.
Senior Financial Accountant
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Charlotte N. is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience across a myriad of industries, including logistics, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail. Her career began at Mondi Forests under Anglo American as a Financial Accountant, where she honed her skills in ledger maintenance and financial reporting. Throughout her career, Charlotte has demonstrated proficiency in managing complex accounting tasks with tools like SAP, JD Edwards, and SYSPRO. She played key roles in financial planning and analysis, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance, especially within large firms like L'Oreal South Africa and AECI Limited. At SOMTA TOOLS, she efficiently oversaw inventory and accounts payable management while achieving significant KPI improvements, such as optimizing Days Payable Outstanding and reducing invoice processing time. Charlotte continues her contribution to the financial sector as a Purchase Ledger Manager at Dental Group UK, where she leads a team in maintaining precision and compliance in financial transactions, demonstrating her capability in driving operational efficiency. Her educational background in commerce and accounting science supports her diverse industry expertise and solid financial acumen.
Experience
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Capital Legacy · 2024 — 2025Assisted clients with drafting wills and managing estate plans. Provided education on estate planning processes and integrated services with Capital Legacy's offerings.Purchase Ledger Manager (Accounts Payable)
Dental Group UK · 2025 — PresentSupervised accounts payable transactions and financial management related to company expenditures. Led a team, ensured compliance with company policies, oversaw invoice processing, and maintained reporting accuracy.Senior Financial Accountant
SOMTA TOOLS (PTY) LTD · 2022 — 2024Oversaw warehouse operations and inventory accuracy. Implemented systems for procurement and inventory management, trained warehouse staff, and processed stock transfers. Managed accounts payable and enforced compliance with internal financial standards.Senior Accounts Payable Specialist/Senior Financial Controller
Loreal South Africa · 2019 — 2022Led the accounts payable process, including invoice processing and vendor management within SAP. Conducted reconciliations and prioritized workflow, ensuring compliance with approvals. Managed supplier queries and participated in financial reporting.Financial Accountant
Averge Technologies (Pty) Ltd · 2015 — 2019Handled accounts receivable for both local and foreign customers using Pastel. Processed sales orders, prepared invoices, and managed debtors' age analysis. Conducted bank reconciliations, processed supplier invoices, and oversaw cashbook operations.Group Financial Accountant
Commscope t/a Andrew Solutions Wireless South Africa · 2013 — 2015Managed financial accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and month-end closing processes. Prepared financial statements and performed tax reconciliations. Supervised the annual audit process and supported budget preparation.Group Financial Accountant
AECI LIMITED · 2011 — 2013Performed month-end closure activities, reconciled balance sheet accounts, and managed intercompany loan accounts. Maintained compliance with AECI Treasury policy for hedging processes. Engaged with clients for information and managed internal control improvements.Financial Accountant
City Lodge Group (Pty) Ltd · 2007 — 2011Unpacked and reviewed month-end packs, prepared financial reports and managed the general ledger. Conducted bank reconciliations, processed journals, and monitored both accounts payable and receivable functions. Assisted in budgeting, VAT calculations, and compliance with IFRS.Financial Accountant
Anglo American (Pty) Ltd (subdivision: Mondi Forests) · 2001 — 2007Maintained the General Ledger and Trial Balance while verifying the accuracy of financial records relating to payments and receipts. Applied bookkeeping knowledge to resolve discrepancies and prepare cash flow forecasts. Managed petty cash functions, reconciliations, and the preparation of management reports. Overseen monthly credit card and fuel statement reconciliations. Handled fixed assets administration, including asset tracking and verification.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Commerce (Information Systems)University of Witwatersrand · 2019 — 2023
- Bachelor of Accounting Science (BCompt)UNISA
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