Indrani Lingappen-Moodley
@indranilingappen-moo
Finance specialist focused on reporting, modeling, and operational finance impact.
What I'm looking for
I’m a finance specialist with 13 years of expertise spanning financial reporting, cost modeling, variance analysis, and operational finance. I’ve driven measurable improvements in WIP valuation and control, reconciliation turnaround, and forecast accuracy through systematic analysis and process refinement.
Across roles from Finance Administrator to Finance Manager and Administration Manager, I’ve led IFRS financial reporting, VAT calculations, forex banking support, and general ledger reconciliations. Recently upskilled in Excel financial modeling, Xero, and QuickBooks Online, I’m now seeking finance specialist roles with a clear focus on reporting and modeling.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer Secretary
Verulam Kalay Kazhagam
May 2024 - Mar 2026 (1 year 10 months)
Documented monthly cash donations and managed governance compliance with constitutional requirements. Reduced onboarding time by streamlining documentation and supported audit and reporting integrity by analyzing constitutional amendments.
Finance Administrator
Parachute Industries of Southern Africa (Zodiac Aerospace)
May 2017 - May 2019 (2 years)
Led WIP valuation, fixed assets, forex banking, and VAT calculations while performing IFRS financial reporting and reconciliations. Reduced WIP variances by 30% and was promoted to a permanent role based on performance.
Administration Manager
National Bargaining Council for the Clothing Industry (KZN)
Jun 2008 - Nov 2011 (3 years 5 months)
Led a 7-person debtors and financial administration team and managed member benefits processing, payroll, fixed assets, and investments. Developed financial models for satellite office viability and ensured IFRS financial reporting with bank-signatory responsibilities.
Regional Administration Manager
Prestige Cleaning Services (Bidvest)
Nov 2007 - May 2008 (6 months)
Controlled regional administration budgets and contract pricing, using trial balance management to drive forecast vs. actual variance improvement. Managed ISO 9001 compliance, financial forecasting, and trained staff on the Xapta ERP system.
Junior Accountant
National Bargaining Council for the Clothing Industry (KZN)
Aug 2004 - Nov 2007 (3 years 3 months)
Prepared financial statements and conducted internal audits using IFRS and GAAP frameworks. Completed general ledger reconciliations and supported internal audits that reduced errors by 10%.
Acting Finance Manager
National Bargaining Council for the Clothing Industry (KZN)
Nov 2005 - Apr 2006 (5 months)
Acted as Finance Manager and led finance activities supporting audits, reporting, and reconciliations.
Finance Manager
Tradeport Distribution
Jun 2019 - Present (7 years 1 month)
Managed reconciliation of incomplete cash books and general ledger from prior audit years to improve payment accuracy and settlement timelines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Udemy
3-Statement Modeling Course, Financial Budgeting & Forecasting
Completed training in Financial Budgeting & Forecasting using 3-statement modeling via Udemy.
Alison CPD
Xero & QuickBooks Online Certifications, Accounting Software
Completed Xero and QuickBooks Online certifications via Alison CPD in 2025.
Self-Directed Learning
Self-Directed Training, Advanced Excel
Undertook self-directed Advanced Excel development in 2025.
CIMA
CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting (Operational Level), Management Accounting
Earned a CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting at the Operational level.
University of Natal
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance & Business Administration
Completed a BCom in Finance & Business Administration at the University of Natal.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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