Farzana Khan

Reported to directors on financial performance and collaborated with a central office team to achieve targets. Provided ongoing training and support to finance managers across 10 stores, and liaised with auditors and consultants.

Processed cashbooks, maintained general ledgers, and prepared monthly management accounts. Managed creditors, debtors, cash office, and GRV departments, and reviewed monthly payroll on VIP Payroll.

Managed accounts reconciliations and general ledger maintenance, preparing monthly management accounts. Liaised with suppliers and other departments, utilizing Pastel for invoicing and bank reconciliations.

Produced client reports including Annual Financial Statements and performed audit work, finalizing audit files and proposing audit opinions. Managed personal performance, worked effectively in teams, and upheld ethical standards.

Lectured to classes of 10-24 students on Bookkeeping and Advanced Bookkeeping. Updated course guides and developed new examples and techniques to enhance student understanding of accounting concepts.

Compiled Annual Financial Statements and completed tax returns for various entities. Captured and processed client accounting records using Caseware Working Papers, creating Microsoft Word and Excel schedules.

Operated as a Service Centre Operator, primarily handling cashier duties at the Gateway store. Managed customer transactions efficiently and accurately.

Provided administrative and customer service support, including filing and managing customer call-outs for unit collection and outstanding payments. Ensured completeness of records by inspecting documents and verifying the existence of units on shelves.

Obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences, with modules in Applied Accounting, Managerial Accounting and Finance, Applied Auditing, and Taxation. This diploma prepared me for professional accounting practice.

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, focusing on core accounting principles, information systems, economics, and commercial law. Gained a strong foundation in quantitative management and organizational studies.