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Erwin Marius Scheepers

Summary

Experienced finance and operations professional with a strong background in municipal finance, debt management, and business operations, especially skilled in SAP financial systems, debt recovery, and process optimization. A natural leader with a knack for improving efficiency and driving results. Now, eager to take on a new challenge in the farming industry! Highly motivated, physically capable, and ready to get my hands dirty. Adaptable, dependable, and always on time, I thrive in team environments and am committed to learning everything I can about agriculture. Looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in commercial or family farming while contributing to the success of a hardworking team.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Ouma Nora Butchery
01.2017 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations, procurement, and staff management
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Drive marketing strategies, including digital and traditional media
  • Monitor financial performance, cost control, and profitability
  • Develop customer engagement initiatives to boost sales

Head: Data Systems & Debt Management

City of Cape Town
01.2007 - 01.2017
  • Managed SAP Housing Finance systems for 72,000+ housing units
  • Led housing debt recovery efforts, managing R800M in outstanding debt
  • Developed financial reporting structures and compliance protocols
  • Led system testing, upgrades, and process automation initiatives
  • Oversaw supply chain contract management and financial communications

Accountant: Rental & Homeownership

City of Tygerberg
01.1998 - 01.2007
  • Managed revenue processes, reconciliations, and debt collection
  • Conducted financial reporting and cash flow analysis
  • Ensured compliance with municipal finance policies

Clerk: Housing Debtor Management

City of Tygerberg
01.1992 - 01.1998
  • Managed housing debtor accounts, reconciliations, and grant processing
  • Handled customer queries and financial calculations

Senior Clerk: Miscellaneous Payments

Provincial Administration: Western Cape
01.1987 - 01.1992
  • Processed payments, reconciliations, and ledger postings
  • Investigated discrepancies and ensured payment compliance

Education

Municipal Minimum Competency Programme -

University of Stellenbosch
01.2013

National Diploma: Government Finance -

Technicon SA
01.1994

Grade 12 -

DF Malan High School
01.1986

Skills

    GENERAL SKILLS

  • Financial Management
  • Business Development
  • Risk Management
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Electrical Wiring & Fixtures
  • Power & Hand Tools
  • Painting & Heavy Lifting
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • COMPUTER SKILLS

  • Microsoft Applications
  • AI
  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media
  • Internet Research

Accomplishments

  • Successfully integrated housing data from six administrations into SAP.
  • Led multiple historical debt restructuring projects (2004, 2007, 2014).
  • Developed automated debt management and subsidy processes.
  • Created a cost-recovery rental model for municipal housing.
  • Played a critical role in the SAP Real Estate system transition.

Professional Development

  • General Recognized Accounting Practices (GRAP)
  • Advanced Supervisory Skills, Coaching & Mentoring
  • Chairing & Initiating Disciplinary Hearings
  • Business English Writing Skills
  • Management Accountability Programme Training (MAP)
  • Associate Member, Institute of Municipal Finance Officers (IMFO)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Passport Number: A05288104
  • Age: 58
  • Nationality: South African
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Ethnic Group: White
  • Drivers License: 08 EB South Africa / Class C United Sates of America
  • English: Proficient
  • Afrikaans: Native

REFERENCES

  • Name of Person: Glenda Peters
  • Designation: Manager: Debtors and Debt Management
  • Company: City of Cape Town
  • Contact Number: +27 84 630 0024


  • Name of Person: Wayne Muller
  • Designation: Director: Grant Funding
  • Company: City of Cape Town
  • Contact Number: +27 84 368 8755

Timeline

Owner

Ouma Nora Butchery
01.2017 - Current

Head: Data Systems & Debt Management

City of Cape Town
01.2007 - 01.2017

Accountant: Rental & Homeownership

City of Tygerberg
01.1998 - 01.2007

Clerk: Housing Debtor Management

City of Tygerberg
01.1992 - 01.1998

Senior Clerk: Miscellaneous Payments

Provincial Administration: Western Cape
01.1987 - 01.1992

Municipal Minimum Competency Programme -

University of Stellenbosch

National Diploma: Government Finance -

Technicon SA

Grade 12 -

DF Malan High School
Erwin Marius Scheepers