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Debbie Smit

@debbiesmit1

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Detail-oriented accounting administrator with healthcare and operations experience.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role managing billing/accounts and administrative operations in a collaborative healthcare or small-business setting, with opportunities to improve processes and advance my financial administration skills.

I am a results-driven accounting and administrative professional with over 10 years of experience across healthcare, real estate, wholesale, and small business operations. I consistently deliver accurate billing, timely collections, and improved financial tracking to support operational efficiency.

In healthcare, I manage pediatric billing, coding, claims submission, patient accounts reconciliation and EHR processes while reducing claim denials through quality checks and documentation improvements. I collaborate with clinical staff and insurers to resolve discrepancies and support departmental budgeting and forecasting.

My background in real estate and wholesale includes tenant relations, lease administration, accounts receivable/payable, and pre-legal collections; I have a track record of improving collections and maintaining comprehensive records and compliance. I also ran a woodworking business, overseeing budgeting, procurement, invoicing, client relations and social media marketing to grow revenue and repeat customers.

I am tech-savvy, a fast learner, and committed to process improvements and confidentiality. I recently completed a certificate in Ultimate Medical Administration at DalmarMed, strengthening my skills in billing administration, age analysis, collecting debt and handling challenging clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Accounting Administrator

Current

Dr Afrika Specialist Pediatrician

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Manage pediatric practice financial operations including billing, coding, claims submission and AR reconciliation, reducing claim denials and improving payment timeliness. Implemented EHR and process improvements to enhance patient flow and documentation accuracy.

Medical Billing Accounts Receivable EHR Claims Processing Reconciliations Coding MS Office Patient Relations

Current

Volunteer Coordinator

Current

Community Food Bank

Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 9 months)

Supported community food bank operations by sorting and packing food parcels, assisting event setup and promoting outreach programs to support families in need. Ensured compliance with hygiene and safety during volunteer activities.

Volunteer coordination event support Community Outreach Logistics Health & Safety)Health & Safety

Current

Property Manager

Current

Versatex Trading222

Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 9 months)

Oversaw end-to-end management of private residential properties including tenant relations, leasing, rent collection, inspections and maintenance coordination, reducing vacancies and ensuring compliance with tenancy law. Maintained comprehensive records and managed arrears control.

Tenancy Laws Property Management Tenant Relations Lease Administration Rent Collection Inspections Property Maintenance Coordination Record keeping Tenancy Law

Operations & Social Media Manager

Timber Treasures

Jan 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 5 months)

Managed a handcrafted woodworking business overseeing budgeting, procurement, production scheduling and client relations while driving social media marketing that grew repeat business. Supervised and trained a small team to deliver custom projects on time and to specification.

Budgeting Procurement Production Scheduling Team Supervision Social Media Marketing Client Relations Invoicing Inventory Management

Accounting Clerk

Prima Meat Wholesale

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Managed accounts receivable/payable, reconciled supplier accounts, processed payroll and prepared weekly/monthly financial summaries to support sales and margin reporting. Implemented administrative systems to streamline invoicing and compliance with food-safety recordkeeping.

Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Payroll Invoicing Financial Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Dalmar Med

Certificate, Medical Administration

Completed a certificate in Ultimate Medical Administration covering billing administration, age analysis, debt collection, confidentiality, and patient interactions.

National Senior Certificate

National Senior Certificate, General Secondary Education

Completed the National Senior Certificate with subjects including Afrikaans, English, Mathematics, Life Orientation, Computer, Tourism and Hospitality.