KAMALAVENI KONAR
Cape Town
Summary
Experienced Bookkeeper with over a decade in accounting, specializing in accurate account reconciliations and financial oversight. Proven track record in team training and significant cost reduction. Recognized for effective cash management and workflow improvements. Focused on applying skills to enhance financial operations within any organisation. Detail-oriented financial professional with strong organisational and time management skills. Managed complex financial transactions and ensured compliance across all accounting practices. Fostered collaborative relationships with clients and internal teams to resolve issues and streamline workflows.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Combined Motor Holdings
04.2005 - 03.2015
- Executed account reconciliations and analysed critical balance sheet accounts.
- Oversaw spending against returns and implemented stringent cost containment measures.
- Trained, recruited, and mentored bookkeepers, ensuring adherence to sound accounting practices.
- Acted as a liaison between management and clients, effectively resolving issues.
- Compiled month-end packs for management at the dealership.
- Facilitated the audit process by assisting external and internal auditors.
- Supervised a team of four within the Accounts Department at the dealership.
- Served the dealership as a key resource to various departments, including Parts, Workshop, and New/Used Cars.
Assistant Accountant
Federal Mogul
09.1997 - 03.2005
- Processed diverse documentation and entered data into databases.
- Trained, coached, and oversaw new staff members.
- Regularly achieved both short and long-term targets.
- Meticulously managed large amounts of cash on the register.
- Collaborated with management to identify workflow issues and implement solutions.
- Reconciled bank accounts and prepared all relevant journal entries.
- Supported external auditors by providing necessary documentation for audits.
- Reconciled all balance sheet accounts.
Accounting Bookkeeper
Tolaram Group
03.1995 - 08.1997
- Reconciled bank and credit card accounts weekly, monthly and quarterly.
- Reconciled bank statements against company books, identifying discrepancies and rectifying errors for precise financial reporting.
- Generated monthly financial reports, highlighting income, expenses, and variances to support strategic decision-making.
- Managed financial transactions and recorded business expenses, guaranteeing accurate bookkeeping records.
Cashbook Controller
Gooderson Leisure Corporation
01.1992 - 02.1994
- I was responsible for reconciling the cashbooks for the various hotels.
- I assisted the Senior Accountant with various other ad hoc duties.
- Assisted in the audit process
- Conducted data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy, updating databases and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Handled confidential documents, ensuring secure filing and retrieval as per compliance regulations.
- Secured data by following confidentiality procedures.
- Handled photocopying documents, updating files and faxing communications for staff.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of South Africa
South AFRICA10.2003
Diploma in Internal AUDITING -
M.L Sultan TECHNIKON
South AFRICA01.1992
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting
- Accounts Payable
- Financial Reporting
- MS Office
- Xero Accounting
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Confidentiality
- Integrity
- Financial reporting
- Tax compliance
- Regulatory adherence
Languages
English
Interests
>I enjoy outdoor walks along the beach
>Reading
>Watching documentaries
>Yoga
>Swimming
Timeline
Accountant
Combined Motor Holdings
04.2005 - 03.2015
Assistant Accountant
Federal Mogul
09.1997 - 03.2005
Accounting Bookkeeper
Tolaram Group
03.1995 - 08.1997
Cashbook Controller
Gooderson Leisure Corporation
01.1992 - 02.1994
Bachelor of Commerce -
University of South Africa
Diploma in Internal AUDITING -
M.L Sultan TECHNIKON