Johan A.
Senior Financial Management Accountant
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Johan V. is an experienced Financial Manager and Management Accountant with over 42 years in financial management, specializing in manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain environments across South Africa. He has held senior roles in companies such as Foodserv Solutions, Oldenburg Mining Equipment, TSW Manufacturing, Presto Containers, and Lectrolite Products, overseeing accounts departments, inventory control, and procurement for organizations with turnovers ranging from R90m to R500m. Notable achievements include upgrading and implementing IT systems to modernize operations, reducing inventory losses, and delivering accurate costing and timely audits. Johan's expertise encompasses costing systems development, complex systems integration, and optimizing reporting procedures within large-scale manufacturing and logistics businesses. He is proficient in Syspro, MS Office, and multiple accounting software platforms.
Experience
Management Accountant
Foodserv Solutions · 2004 — 2019Oversaw the Accounts department which included 4 Debtors and 2 Creditors Clerks, a Factory Accountant, and a Cashbook Clerk. Managed key areas such as Debtors and Creditors, Costing, and Inventory control, while paying particular attention to enhancing the knowledge of systems and refining accounting practices.Logistics Manager
Oldenburg Mining Equipment · 2001 — 2003Supervised departments including Warehouse, Sales administration, and Procurement, with a team consisting of 5 Storemen, 2 Sales administrators, and 2 Procurement officers. Focused on improving Inventory accuracy and service levels while working towards reducing overall inventory.Accountant
TSW Manufacturing · 1996 — 2001Initially managed the Accounts department with responsibilities including 3 Debtors and 1 Wage Clerk. Additionally, took on roles such as Costing Accountant, emphasizing the development of efficient costing systems.Accountant
Presto Containers · 1993 — 1995Oversaw the Accounts department which comprised 2 Debtors, 1 Wage Clerk, and a bookkeeper. Managed Debtors, Wages, Creditors, and costing systems while focusing on enhancing reporting systems for management.Financial Manager
Lectrolite Products · 1985 — 1993Supervised the Accounts department with a team that included 2 Debtors Clerks, Creditors, a Costing Clerk, and a bookkeeper. Coordinated efforts across Debtors, Creditors, and Costing while contributing to Warehouse management and implementation of IT systems.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Mini MBAUniversity of Cape Town (Business school) · — — 1990
- National Diploma Company Secretarial Practice I A CDamelin · — — 1981
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