ELAINE
Senior Payroll and Estate Management Specialist
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Elaine de J. is a seasoned Payroll, Accounting, and Estate Management Specialist with a robust 30-year track record across diverse sectors including corporate, hospitality, healthcare, education, and property. Her proficiency in financial management and payroll compliance is well-documented, with experience managing payrolls for over 1,200 employees and overseeing the operations of estates comprising 114 residential units. Elaine's tenure as an Estate Manager involved complete financial administration, governance, and community management, demonstrating her ability to handle both the technical and interpersonal aspects of the role. She has also served as a Senior Payroll Administrator for Amazon Development Centre, managing payroll and liaising effectively to resolve discrepancies. Her career features expertise in accounting software like Pastel Partner and ACCPAC, along with recognized deadlines and reliance skills. Elaine holds a B.Com in Business Management from the University of Cape Town, further enhancing her comprehensive financial acumen.
Experience
Estate Manager
Homeowners Association · 2021 — 2025Handled full financial administration, including levy collection, reconciliations, and reporting. Facilitated monthly financial meetings with the Chairperson and Directors. Oversaw maintenance planning along with contractor management. Updated and implemented the Constitution and House Rules. Organized social events and Annual General Meetings (AGMs). Conducted property orientations and interviews with new residents. Managed rental collections and escalated unpaid accounts to legal representatives.Senior Payroll Administrator
Amazon Development Centre · 2014 — 2016Administered payroll for a total of 1,200 hourly employees and 200 permanent staff. Collaborated with the Amazon corporate payroll in India to troubleshoot any errors encountered. Managed benefits along with SARS reconciliations.Payroll Administrator
Schneider Electric SA · 2013 — 2014Processed payroll for 1,300 employees across 11 companies. Provided support to the Group Financial Controller in preparing budgets and financial packs.Accountant
Allmed Healthcare / Albrecht Nursing · 2013 — 2013Oversaw financial management and payroll operations for nursing staff on a nationwide level.Senior Bookkeeper
Atlantic Affair Boutique Hotel · 2012 — 2013Managed financial reporting, including VAT, PAYE, and trust accounts.HR & Payroll Administrator
LV Engineering · 2012 — 2012Administered payroll processes, managed contracts, handled CCMA cases, and ensured SARS submissions were completed accurately.Payroll Tax Accountant
MPACT Mondi SA · 2011 — 2012Ensured compliance with employee tax regulations and maintained accurate payroll coding.Financial Manager
L’Ermitage Franschhoek Chateau & Villas · 2009 — 2011Directed financial management activities, including reporting and statutory compliance within a 5-star hotel environment.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Accounting 1 & 2ICB · 2006 — 2006
- South African TaxICB · 2006 — 2006
- B.Com Business ManagementUniversity of Cape Town · 2003 — 2005
- Stock ManagementMerseta RMI · 2005 — 2005
- Sales CadetsCollege of Technologies · 2003 — 2003
- MatricAmajuba High School, Newcastle · 1975 — Present
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