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Lwando Luke

@lwandoluke

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Financial Accountant with 4+ years delivering IFRS reporting, VAT compliance, and unqualified audit support.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a Financial Accountant role where I can own financial reporting, VAT/PAYE compliance, and audit readiness, while strengthening internal controls and streamlining processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

I’m a Financial Accountant with over 4 years of experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and statutory compliance within a corporate environment. I’m currently pursuing CTA 1 at Unisa, and I’m focused on building stronger tax and accounting technical depth alongside practical results.

In my role, I ensure timely and compliant statutory submissions, including VAT and PAYE, while managing general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and provisions. I coordinate and support internal and external audits by providing the schedules and documentation needed for smooth audit execution.

My work improves both outcomes and controls. I led the year-end audit process and achieved an unqualified audit opinion with zero material audit findings, and I improved cashflow by reducing outstanding debtor days through stricter reconciliation and follow-up procedures. I also strengthened internal controls to minimize risk exposure and support financial growth.

I bring an analytical mindset to interpreting financial data, cashflow management, and process improvement—so reporting is accurate, audits are supported, and stakeholders can trust the numbers.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Financial Accountant

Unisa

May 2021 - Feb 2026 (4 years 9 months)

Led the year-end audit process with external auditors, resulting in zero material audit findings and an unqualified audit opinion. Managed VAT/PAYE and other SARS statutory submissions, reconciled general ledger accounts, and strengthened internal controls to improve cashflow and accuracy.

VAT & SARS Submissions Budgeting & Forecasting Audit Coordination Internal Controls Sage 300 Pastel Partner

Library Admin Assistant

Unisa

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)

Managed library circulation by handling check-in/check-out of books and materials at the circulation desk. Supported patrons by maintaining lending systems and providing guidance on reference sources and card catalogs.

Library Circulation Book Check In Check Out Customer Service Reference Source Guidance Patron Support Administrative Support

Registration Admin Assistant

Unisa

Oct 2018 - Dec 2018 (2 months)

Supported students with online registrations and resolved queries via telephone. Handled printing and emailing of student accounts, academic records, and exam timetables.

Online Registration Support Query Resolution Printing Email Support Administrative Coordination

Receptionist

Sizakahle Contracting

Feb 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 10 months)

Handled front-desk reception by confirming appointments, communicating with clients, and updating client records. Provided clerical support including copying, faxing, and filing while meeting time-sensitive deadlines.

Front Desk Reception Client Record Updating Clerical Administration Fax Copy Support Customer Service

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences (CTA 1), Accounting Sciences

2025 -

Activities and societies: Management Accounting already credited; currently registered for Taxation and Financial Accounting (FAC4862).

Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences (CTA 1) at UNISA. Studied Auditing and Financial Accounting (FAC4861) and is currently registered for Taxation and Financial Accounting (FAC4862).