Flora Mathilde Hinanifa
Ongwediva,Namibia
Summary
Experienced in all areas of the accounting cycle, with excellent skills in transaction processing, accounts reconciliation, financial statements' preparation, and analysis. A customer oriented professional & work well with with diverse groups and cultures. Knowledgeable Payroll Officer adept at overseeing payroll, documentation and reporting functions. Managed payroll activities in fast-paced environment and consistently completed payroll runs without delays. High-level technical skills and attention to detail leading to optimum outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Officer
Ongwediva Medipark (Pty) Ltd
05.2023 - Current
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law, and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards.
- Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency.
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions, and retirement accounts to facilitate large-scale account reconciliations.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 320 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Prepared accounts for scheduled audits and assisted with audit process to facilitate faster completion of tasks.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
- Managed and updated employee benefits information.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.
- Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
Senior Accountant
Ongwediva Medipark (Pty) Ltd
05.2013 - 04.2023
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Expedited payroll and invoicing by streamlining billing systems.
- Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
Bookkeeper
Ongwediva Medipark (Pty) Ltd
08.2008 - 10.2010
- Maintained and processed invoices and deposits
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Pastel Partner.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
Medical Liaison Officer
Welwitschia Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2008
- Update patient files
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with medical staff.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Theatre Secretary
Ongwediva Medipark
11.2006 - 01.2008
- Billing of theatre stock
- Daily update of theatre list.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management, NQF Level 8 - Management
Management College of Southern Africa
South Africa01.2021
Bachelor's degree in accounting & Finance - Accounting and Finance
Namibia University of Science And Technology
Namibia01.2017
National Diploma in Accounting & Finance - Accounting And Finance
Namibia University of Science And Technology
Namibia04.2010
High School Diploma -
Augustineum Secondary School
Windhoek, KH01.1993
Skills
Technical Skills:
- Sage Pastel Partner V18 Accounting
- Sage VIP Premier
- ITAS
- Excel Proficiency
I D Number
74080200129
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Criminal Record: None
- Nationality: Namibian
Driver Licenses
Code 8
References
Mr L. Haulauyke, Senior Human Resource, 065 232905 Ms A Hango, Financial Controller, 065 234707 Mr Steven Mulenga, Procurement Manager, 065 232 950
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Oshiwambo
Elementary
A2
Otjihereo
Advanced
C1
Nama/Damara
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Payroll Officer
Ongwediva Medipark (Pty) Ltd
05.2023 - Current
Senior Accountant
Ongwediva Medipark (Pty) Ltd
05.2013 - 04.2023
Bookkeeper
Ongwediva Medipark (Pty) Ltd
08.2008 - 10.2010
Medical Liaison Officer
Welwitschia Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2008
Theatre Secretary
Ongwediva Medipark
11.2006 - 01.2008
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management, NQF Level 8 - Management
Management College of Southern Africa
Bachelor's degree in accounting & Finance - Accounting and Finance
Namibia University of Science And Technology
National Diploma in Accounting & Finance - Accounting And Finance
Namibia University of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
Augustineum Secondary School
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