Mary Shoko
@maryshoko
Experienced accountant with a passion for financial accuracy
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned accountant, I possess a proven track record of ensuring financial accuracy and compliance across various accounting functions. With expertise in preparing meticulous financial statements and conducting thorough reconciliations, I am well-versed in utilizing Draftworx software to optimize cash management and financial analysis.
My professional journey has been marked by significant achievements, including the implementation of streamlined VAT management procedures, transitioning data capturing processes, and enhancing office morale. I have consistently met internal standards for financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
With a strong educational foundation, including an ongoing ACCA Strategic Professional level and certifications in Quick Books Online and Xero Advisor, I am committed to staying up-to-date with industry developments. My membership with the Institute of Risk Management in South Africa and student status with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants demonstrate my dedication to the field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Accountant
Lemique Consulting
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)
As a Senior Accountant, I prepare financial statements using Draftworx, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. I manage VAT and tax calculations, conduct bank reconciliations, and resolve client tax queries with SARS, enhancing financial accuracy and integrity.
Financial Accountant
Tanchi Consulting
Aug 2023 - Nov 2023 (3 months)
In my role as a Financial Accountant, I prepared detailed work papers and management accounts, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. I conducted reconciliations and utilized Draftworx for financial statement generation, optimizing compliance and transparency.
Senior Accountant
KEP Consulting
Jan 2020 - Jan 2023 (3 years)
As a Senior Accountant, I collaborated with auditors to execute audits, prepared financial reports, and managed trial balances. I implemented internal audit policies and resolved complex accounting issues, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ACCA
Strategic Professional Level, Accounting
2023 -
Currently pursuing ACCA Strategic Professional level, focusing on advanced accounting and financial management principles.
Intuit QuickBooks
Certification, Accounting Software
2023 - 2023
Achieved Quick Books Online Certification, demonstrating proficiency in using QuickBooks for financial management and accounting tasks.
Xero
Certification, Accounting Software
2022 - 2022
Obtained Xero Advisor Certification, showcasing expertise in using Xero accounting software for financial reporting and management.
University of South Africa
Post Graduate Diploma, Risk Management
2019 - 2019
Pursued a Post Graduate Diploma in Risk Management, emphasizing risk assessment, management strategies, and compliance frameworks.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Comptroller, Accounting Science
2014 - 2014
Completed a Bachelor of Comptroller in Accounting Science, focusing on the principles of accounting, financial reporting, and management accounting.
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