DELANI H.
Mid-Level Financial Accountant
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Delani N. is a seasoned Financial and Management Accountant with extensive experience across manufacturing, automotive, glass, and packaging industries in South Africa. He has held key financial leadership roles at organizations such as Wabtec South Africa, Johnson Matthey, Afripack, Nampak, UD Trucks Southern Africa, Crabtree Electrical Accessories, and Petpak. His responsibilities have included monthly reporting, budgeting & forecasting, cost accounting, and variance analysis supporting operations and commercial teams for improved profitability. Delani has managed plant-level financial controls, implemented internal audit procedures, and overseen full finance functions including fixed asset registers and banking system maintenance. Skilled in ERP systems like SAP, Syspro, JD Edwards, Mfgpro, and Baan, he provides actionable insight through rigorous production cost management, policy compliance, and business analysis. Delani’s technical accounting foundation is built on relevant diplomas and ongoing professional development in cost and management accounting.
Experience
Financial / Management Accountant
Wabtec South Africa · 2023 — 2024Reported to the Financial Director, managing monthly reporting and providing support to Commercial and Operations teams. Tasks included processing monthly accounting entries, maintaining a fixed asset register, preparing budgets, and ensuring strict collection of debtors. Responsibilities also encompassed preparing and processing wages and salaries, closing monthly accounts, authorizing payments, and engaging with the operations team while ensuring efficient cost management.Management Accountant
Johnson Matthey · 2020 — 2023In this role, reported to the Plant Finance Manager, focusing on plant management accounting with emphasis on production cost management. Provided variance analysis, monthly production cost summaries, and collaborated with the operations team on financial reviews. Acted as a liaison for product costing teams and prepared reports supporting management insights for strategic decision-making.Plant Controller
Afripack (Pty) Ltd · 2016 — 2019Managed all aspects of plant management accounting, focusing on production costs, variance analysis, and budgeting. Provided comprehensive reporting to the Plant Management team and collaborated with various departments to align standard cost submissions. Developed management reports and dashboards, and supported strategic decision-making through financial analysis.Cost & Management Accountant
Afripack (Pty) Ltd · 2014 — 2016Implemented and monitored production policies and conducted variance reviews between standard and actual costs. Coordinated After Job Costing meetings to address deviations from standards, while maintaining the accuracy of working in progress (WIP) through investigations and factory assessments. Managed Bill of Material creation and performed monthly cost roll-ups.Senior Management Accountant
Nampak Glass · 2013 — 2014Focused on the development and maintenance of cost models, ensuring accuracy in product costing information. Managed stock reconciliations, conducted variance analysis, and facilitated budget planning. Liaised with management for profitability opportunities and participated in audit processes while supervising staff.Production Manager
Pet Pak – Nampak Ltd · 2011 — 2012Managed the Production Department to fulfill customer and business requirements by adhering to schedules and optimizing efficiency. Oversaw departmental budgets, recruited and trained staff, and ensured compliance with quality assurance processes. Fostered a culture of safety and managed effective production planning.Management Accountant
Pet Pak – Nampak Ltd · 2011 — 2011Communicated cost variances to Plant managers and financial managers, providing insights on standard costs and overheads. Conducted daily manufacturing accounting and ensured adherence to financial controls. Analyzed overhead rates and inventory control systems regularly.Cost Accountant
UD Trucks Southern Africa · 2011 — 2011Assisted with corporate reporting requirements and coordination of the business plan to comply with group objectives. Managed monthly financial forecasting and maintained UDSA’s costing model, ensuring accurate resource allocation and BOM scrutiny.Cost Accountant
Petpak – Nampak Ltd · 2008 — 2011Coordinated the creation of new items within the division and reviewed standard costs of raw materials. Analyzed purchase price variance and ensured correct manufacturing transactions. Managed stock-takes and assisted with budget preparation and reconciliations.Cost Accountant
Crabtree Electoral Accessories (SA) · 2005 — 2008Established cost control procedures and supervised data assembly for product manufacturing costs. Conducted special cost studies and prepared budgets, ensuring accurate machine rates. Evaluated projects and managed asset registers while ensuring compliance.Trainee / Production Accountant
Afripack (Pty) Ltd · 2000 — 2005Engaged in management reporting, forecast assistance, and budget preparation. Analyzed production variances and executed capex audits while supporting various accounting functions.Associate Lecturer
Ml Sultan Technikon · 2000 — 2000Lectured on Financial Accounting and Accounting Skills while performing additional departmental duties as required.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- National Diploma: Cost and Management AccountingM L Sultan Technikon · 1999 — 2000
- Matric (Exemption)Impoqabulungu High School · — — 1996
- Bachelor of Technology: Cost and Management AccountantChartered Institute of Management Accountant
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