CBCeleste Bezuidenhout
@celestebezuidenhout
Dedicated finance professional with extensive administrative experience.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a seasoned finance professional with over a decade of experience in the public sector, specifically within the Western Cape Government's Health Department. My journey began as an Administration Clerk, where I honed my skills in financial reconciliation and query resolution. Over the years, I progressed to Senior Administration Officer, where I managed finance sections, authorized payments, and provided critical support to substructure office management.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to work under pressure while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. My qualifications, including a National Diploma in Financial Management, have equipped me with a solid foundation in financial principles, accounting, and management communication. I am proficient in various financial systems, including BAS and Persal, and have completed numerous courses to enhance my skills in data manipulation and financial reporting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Administration Officer
Western Cape Government: Health
Sep 2015 - Feb 2023 (7 years 5 months)
Managed finance section and reporting, authorizing transfer payments and journals on BAS, and providing support to substructure office management. Oversaw supply chain and contract management while rendering services to security.
Administration Officer
Western Cape Government: Health
Nov 2013 - Aug 2015 (1 year 9 months)
Authorized transfer payments and journals, corrected SCOA codes monthly, supervised staff, and assisted hospitals with financial processes.
State Accountant
Western Cape Government: Health
Jun 2011 - Oct 2013 (2 years 4 months)
Managed salary deduction section, authorized payments and journals on BAS, and compiled Persal/BAS reconciliation for the department.
Senior Accounting Clerk
Western Cape Government: Health
Jan 2009 - May 2011 (2 years 4 months)
Handled debts, liaised with debt collectors, assisted with audit queries, and maintained effective record-keeping.
Senior Administration Clerk
Western Cape Government: Health
Dec 2002 - Dec 2008 (6 years)
Managed ledger accounts, departmental debts, handled queries, and reconciled monthly debtors accounts.
Administration Clerk
Western Cape Education Department
Mar 2002 - Nov 2003 (1 year 8 months)
Reconciled municipal service accounts for schools, prepared monthly reports, and handled various queries.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NCNorthLink College
National Diploma, Financial Management
2016 - 2018
Completed a National Diploma in Financial Management, covering subjects such as Computerised Financial System, Entrepreneurs & Business Management, Cost and Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Income Tax, Management Communication, and Mercantile Law.
Steynville Secondary School
High School Diploma, General Education
1995 - 1999
Completed high school education with subjects including English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Economics, and Economics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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