Heather Fourie
@heatherfourie
Finance manager with a strong billing, project management, system migrations and testing background.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated finance professional with extensive experience in billing management and financial operations. I also have vast experience in system migrations, data cleansing and data transformation, system implementation and user acceptance testing.
Currently, I serve as the Manager of Billing and Collections at Supersonic FTTX, where I lead a team of 5-10 staff members, overseeing billing operations and debtor management.
My role involves continuous business analysis, project management, and implementing effective workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
Previously, I held the position of Finance Manager at Turrito Networks, managing the full finance function for both Turrito and its sister company Dial a Nerd.
My responsibilities included preparing financial statements, budget management, and performance reporting. With a strong foundation in accounting, I have developed my skills through various roles at Business Connexion, where I managed finance, billing and collection teams and implemented key performance indicators to streamline processes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager: Billing and Collections
Supersonic FTTX (Pty) Ltd
Jul 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)
Oversees billing teams and operations, manages debtor's team, conducts business analysis and reporting, implements workflows, and manages projects. Responsible for coaching and developing staff.
Finance Manager
Turrito Networks (Pty) Ltd
Jun 2020 - Jun 2021 (11 months)
Managed full finance functions including accounts payable and receivable, cashbook, and financial reporting. Prepared financial statements and budgets while overseeing a team.
Financial Advisor
Kainos Wealth
Apr 2020 - Jun 2020 (2 months)
Contacted potential customers and provided analysis and advice on financial data, presenting tailored financial solutions for individuals and companies.
Finance, Billing & Debtors Manager
Business Connexion Pty Ltd
Oct 2005 - Oct 2019 (14 years)
Managed billing operations for over 100,000 subscriptions monthly, overseeing debtor's team and conducting business analysis while implementing workflows and managing projects.
Creditors Clerk
Grintek Technologies
Apr 2005 - Oct 2005 (6 months)
Handled voucher matching, invoice capturing, creditors reconciliations, and payment covers while managing queries and accruals.
Bookkeeper / Admin
Justice Otto Care Centre
Apr 2002 - Nov 2004 (2 years 7 months)
Managed full accounts receivable and payable functions, including payroll, bank reconciliations, and compliance with SARS regulations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DYNA BMS
National Certificate in Management, Management
2016 - 2016
Completed a National Certificate in Management, enhancing management skills and leadership capabilities.
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences, Accounting
2013 - 2016
Pursued a Bachelor of Accounting Sciences, gaining knowledge in accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation.
SPINA Consultancy
Advanced Project Management, Project Management
2013 - 2013
Completed an Advanced Project Management course, focusing on project planning, execution, and management skills.
Technical High School Klerksdorp
Matric, General Education
1995 - 1999
Completed Matric with a focus on foundational education preparing for further studies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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