Maria Magdalena Brendell
Windhoek,Namibia
Summary
Friendly and approachable individual committed to improving and streamlining financial processes within organisations. Committed to keeping accurate financial records by monitoring accounts payable and receivable statuses. Excellent communicator. Experienced assistant accountant, adept in accounts processing and finance management. Communicates expense, invoice and payment updates promptly for productive department operations. Self-motivated and proactive for responsive team support.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Accounts Payable Administrator
Solsquare Energy / Energy Utilities Operations
Windhoek, Namibia
10.2024 - Current
- Ensured timely payments with diligent management of monthly billing cycles.
- Updated supplier database consistently, ensured accuracy in contact information and payment terms.
- Optimised cash flow by scheduling and preparing checks according to company policies.
- Maintained accurate records to facilitate easy tracking and auditing of accounts payable data.
- Assist to resolve discrepancies on NAMRA reports for various entities, by following up on VAT audits
- Coordinated recordkeeping for compliance, tax preparation and external audits.
Accounts Administrator
Africa Personnel Services
Windhoek, Namibia
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Simplified internal processes by implementing innovative administrative strategies.
- Increased efficiency with meticulous invoice and payment processing.
- Verified vendor invoices against purchase orders to prevent discrepancies.
- Assisted in audit preparation to meet regulatory standards.
- Ensured accurate record keeping, resulting in seamless audits.
- Reconciled accounts and prepared month-end documentation for accurate reporting and recordkeeping.
Office Administrator
Windhoek Auto Electric
Windhoek, Namibia
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Streamlined office operations by implementing effective filing systems.
- Maintained clean and organised workspace through regular upkeep activities.
- Managed daily scheduling to facilitate organised operations.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, adhering strictly to confidentiality protocols at all times.
- Handled correspondence, providing timely responses to all enquiries.
- Processed invoices and financial data with strong eye for detail.
- Accurately executed secretarial tasks, maintaining smooth administrative operations.
Assistant Accountant
Rennies Logistics
Windhoek
11.2019 - 02.2023
- Tracked business revenue and costs with Accumatica, diligently reconciling accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Reconciled company bank account.
- Investigated daily variances uncovered in reports and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Verified items billed against items received, following up with vendors to reconcile variances.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Completed financial reports for management and stakeholders.
- Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
- Monitored accounts receivable statuses, keeping financial records up-to-date.
Assistant Accountant
Bidvest Management Services
Windhoek
04.2016 - 10.2019
- Tracked business revenue and costs with Accpac, diligently reconciling accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Reconciled all company accounts.
- Investigated daily variances uncovered in reports and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Completed financial reports for management and stakeholders.
- Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
Senior Creditors Clerk
Nedbank Namibia
Windhoek
03.2005 - 04.2016
- Reconciled bank account to facilitate accurate month-end reporting.
- Implemented multiple administrative and accounting systems, procedures, policies and projects.
- Prepared for and completed payment and purchase run processes.
- Communicated effectively by telephone to establish and maintain strong relationship with customers and suppliers.
- Controlled employee expenses in line with operating procedures and associated regulations.
- Reconciled supplier statements to achieve 100% accuracy of accounts.
- Enabled smooth department operations by promptly processing payments and keeping comprehensive records.
Education
Grade 12 -
M & K Gertze High School
01.1989 - 11.1994
Skills
- Invoicing and collections
- Month-end financial reporting
- Expense control
- General ledger accounting expertise
- Accounts receivable
- GL accuracy
- Bank reconciliations
- Cash handling
- Account reconciliation
- Accounts Payable and Receivable (AP/AR)
Certification
- Grade 12, 1994
- IT Literacy, MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook Express, Basic Typing,
- Experience in the Accumatica, Accpac, Quicbooks accounting programs.
- Certificate in the Xero accounting program
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Generated a 0% reconciliation items on account reconciliations at month-end closure.
- Increased profits by 50% without reducing customer satisfaction rates.
- Handled and resolved a large number of reporting discrepancies in one week's time.
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Master or proficient
C2
Personal Information
- ID Number: 770110 1039 4
- Dependents: One
- Health Status: Good
- Criminal Record: None
- Date of birth: 01/10/77
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Namibian
- Marital status: Widow
References
- Ms. Verna Scheepers, Senior Human Resource Consultant, Nedbank Namibia, +264 61 295 2018
- Ms. Alba Greeff, Compliance Manager, Bidvest Management Services, +264 81 350 7573
- Ms. Leanne van Rooyen, Group Financial Accountant, Rennies Logistics, +264 81 272 9134
- Brune Pretorius, Finance Manager, Solsquare Energy, +264 81 129 4046
Timeline
Accounts Payable Administrator
Solsquare Energy / Energy Utilities Operations
10.2024 - Current
Accounts Administrator
Africa Personnel Services
06.2024 - 09.2024
Office Administrator
Windhoek Auto Electric
03.2024 - 06.2024
Assistant Accountant
Rennies Logistics
11.2019 - 02.2023
Assistant Accountant
Bidvest Management Services
04.2016 - 10.2019
Senior Creditors Clerk
Nedbank Namibia
03.2005 - 04.2016
Grade 12 -
M & K Gertze High School
01.1989 - 11.1994
Similar Profiles
Shilpa Rohan EmmanuelShilpa Rohan Emmanuel
Senior Test Analyst -Contractor/Permanent at Genesis Energy - NZ Energy Utilities CompanySenior Test Analyst -Contractor/Permanent at Genesis Energy - NZ Energy Utilities Company
Denise L. MelloDenise L. Mello
Contract Analyst, Sr. Transaction Management at EDF Energy – BP Energy Retail Company Operations LLCContract Analyst, Sr. Transaction Management at EDF Energy – BP Energy Retail Company Operations LLC
Hunter SmithHunter Smith
Constuction/Maintenance Technician/ Warehouse at Centerpoint Energy Inc & Delta Utilities LLCConstuction/Maintenance Technician/ Warehouse at Centerpoint Energy Inc & Delta Utilities LLC
Emma TjihuminoEmma Tjihumino
Chief Policy Analyst – Governance & Performance at Ministry of Finance & Public EnterprisesChief Policy Analyst – Governance & Performance at Ministry of Finance & Public Enterprises
Memory Sitwala WakunumaMemory Sitwala Wakunuma
Governance Officer at Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN)Governance Officer at Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN)