Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
D.O.B
Languages
References
Timeline
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Cathren Van Zyl

Cathren Van Zyl

Windhoek

Summary

Seasoned Financial and Procurement Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight, compliance reporting, AP/AR management, contract administration, budgeting, and inventory control. Adept at optimizing logistics operations, vendor negotiations, and implementing cost-effective procurement strategies. Talented team builder and supervisor, with the ability to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and compliant accounting, procurement, and logistics structures, driving organizational success through streamlined operations and strategic planning.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager & Logistics/Procurement Officer

Eagle Night Watch Security
Windhoek
09.2024 - Current


Responsibilities:

  • Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
  • Oversee and manage all financial operations, including bookkeeping, payments, account reconciliation, and budget planning.
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
  • Lead the procurement and logistics operations to optimize cost efficiency and streamline supply chain processes.
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies to secure cost-effective and high-quality goods and services.
  • Supervise logistics activities, including inventory control, warehouse management, and distribution scheduling.
  • Handle tender applications, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
  • Provide administrative control and address procurement and supply chain-related queries.
  • Coordinate cross-departmental collaboration to enhance operational performance and achieve strategic goals.

Finance Officer

Eagle Night Watch Security
08.2016 - 08.2024
  • Handled financial records diligently.
  • Managed efficient processing of payments.
  • Account Reconciliation.
  • Developed tracing techniques.
  • Handled tender applications.
  • Managed billing processes.
  • Maintained administrative functions.
  • Managed procurement processes and supply chains.
  • Conducted financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Performed budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis on a monthly basis.
  • Reviewed contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable processes while ensuring accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger system.
  • Provided timely financial advice to senior management regarding investment opportunities and risk management strategies.
  • Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of records.

Receptionist

Eagle Night Watch Security
01.2016 - 08.2016
  • Switchboard Operations
  • Filing duties
  • Office Hygiene
  • Data Capturing
  • Administrative support to Managing Director

Receptionist

Exedin Training Academy
07.2014 - 12.2015
  • Switchboard Operations
  • Filing duties
  • Office Hygiene
  • Data Capturing
  • Administrative support to Managing Director

Receptionist

Vision Africa
04.2012 - 12.2013
  • Client Consultation
  • Provision of administrative data
  • Data capturing
  • Interviews
  • Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management -

NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Namibia
12.2025

Certificate in Higher management -

SAGE PASTEL
Namibia
12.2021

Certificate in Accounting - Pastel Partner

SAGE PASTEL
Namibia
12.2020

NSSC - Grades - 12

DAWID BEZUIDENHOUDT HIGH SCHOOL
Namibia
12.2011

Skills

  • Accountable
  • Trustworthy
  • Punctual
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Coaching and training
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Capital budgeting

D.O.B

26 March 1993

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
khoekhoegowab
Intermediate (B1)
B1

References

  • Mrs. Fina Kambinda, HR, Vision Africa, 061 244660
  • Mrs. Chrizelle Beukes, HR, Exedin Trading Academy, 0816018536
  • Mrs. Leandre Meintjies, HR, Eagle Night Watch Security Services, 061245943

Timeline

Finance Manager & Logistics/Procurement Officer

Eagle Night Watch Security
09.2024 - Current

Finance Officer

Eagle Night Watch Security
08.2016 - 08.2024

Receptionist

Eagle Night Watch Security
01.2016 - 08.2016

Receptionist

Exedin Training Academy
07.2014 - 12.2015

Receptionist

Vision Africa
04.2012 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management -

NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Certificate in Higher management -

SAGE PASTEL

Certificate in Accounting - Pastel Partner

SAGE PASTEL

NSSC - Grades - 12

DAWID BEZUIDENHOUDT HIGH SCHOOL
Cathren Van Zyl