Joanne Du Plessis
Centurion
Summary
A results-driven financial professional with a passion for creating financial clarity and stability within organisations. Experienced in managing budgets, strengthening cash flow, and delivering meaningful financial insights that support confident decision-making. Known for a proactive approach to improving financial processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and maintaining strong compliance standards. Brings a practical, solutions-focused mindset and a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Manager
Advanced Disinfecting Services
Centurion , South Africa
12.2023 - Current
- Managed budgeting processes for financial planning and forecasting.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify trends and insights.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline financial operations and support projects.
- Assisted in developing financial policies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Reviewed accounts payable and receivable to maintain cash flow management.
- Supported audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Trained staff on financial software systems for improved performance.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable processes to ensure accurate reporting of financial transactions.
- Developed and implemented accounting, financial and operational systems.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
- Reviewed contracts, agreements, and other legal documents for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, standards. related to finance management.
- Created reports for executive financial reviews.
- Analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
- Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
- Transformed operational metrics and planned systems for business models.
- Conducted analyses on cash flow projections in order to optimize liquidity management strategies.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the finance department.
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
Personal Assistant
Onsite Consultants
Centurion , South Africa
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled appointments for senior consultants.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and itineraries for client meetings and events.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to organize important documents effectively.
- Assisted in preparing presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitated communication between team members and clients to ensure project alignment.
- Handled incoming correspondence and prioritized urgent requests for timely responses.
- Organized office supplies and maintained inventory for efficient operational flow.
- Maintained confidential files related to personnel records or other sensitive information.
- Answered incoming calls and emails promptly while managing the executive's schedule accordingly.
- Maintained clerical correspondence via email and phone.
- Managed household inventory and maintenance schedules.
- Organized travel arrangements, including flights, transportation, and accommodation.
- Prepared documents such as reports, presentations, agendas, and correspondence.
- Performed various clerical tasks and organized office areas to promote productivity.
Procurement Manager
Venwood & Baker Electrical
Centurion , South Africa
03.2005 - 07.2017
- Managed procurement processes for electrical components and materials.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers for better pricing and service.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure stock availability and efficiency.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and trends.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Implemented procurement strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained junior staff on procurement policies and best practices.
- Identified potential vendors and evaluated them according to price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and sustainability.
- Developed procurement budgets to reduce unnecessary expenditures.
- Researched and compared vendor and supplier prices to make informed financial decisions.
- Ordered new materials to prevent shortages and approved delivery details and times.
- Implemented stock optimization strategies and minimized product loss.
- Developed systems for tracking inventory levels at all times so that critical supplies were not depleted unexpectedly.
- Researched new products or technologies available in the market that could benefit the organization's operations.
- Performed detailed analysis of supplier costs associated with different items purchased by the organization.
- Identified systematic problems and root causes to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Utilized computer systems to track shipments and material deliveries.
- Introduced new incentive and recognition supplier programs.
Sales Manager
Bata shoes
BalfourPark , South Africa
01.1999 - 06.2003
- Collaborated with marketing to create promotional campaigns for products.
- Managed client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted regular sales meetings to review goals and performance metrics.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Participated in negotiations with vendors regarding product purchases or contracts.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
Skills
- Budget management
- Financial reporting
- Cash flow management
- Regulatory compliance
- Supplier relationship management
- Procurement strategies
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Bank reconciliation
- Workflow management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Accounting management
- Human resources
- Payroll administration
Languages
Afrikaans
Native
Native
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
BOOKKEEPING
Timeline
Financial Manager
Advanced Disinfecting Services
12.2023 - Current
Personal Assistant
Onsite Consultants
07.2017 - 09.2022
Procurement Manager
Venwood & Baker Electrical
03.2005 - 07.2017
Sales Manager
Bata shoes
01.1999 - 06.2003