KOKETSO ERNEST MEREMENTSI
Gaborone
Summary
I am an Accounting Professional with over 10 years of experience in the Accounting industry. Highly motivated and visionary Accountant thoroughly conversant with Financial Policies and Procedures, Bank reconciliations, Tax returns, Tax Assessment and Data Capturing. Complementary knowledge in Management Accounting and municipal services. A Detail-driven Compliance Officer focused on maximizing company compliance with applicable laws and standards. Knowledgeable about internal controls, process evaluations and procedural reviews.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
ACCOUNTS AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER
RAMALEPA ATTORNEYS
12.2022 - Current
- Daily reconciliation of Trust Account, Approving Expenses for processing, Establishing Monthly and Quarterly Budgets and implementing strict policy, Drafting processes and accounting procedures, including controls, Financial and Management Reporting
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current and emerging compliance regulations.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding compliance regulations and procedures.
- Prepared and submitted regulatory filings in timely manner.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
GROUP ACCOUNTANT
ZAMBEZI MOTORS (PTY) LTD
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Complying with all company, local, accounting and financial regulations, Compiling, analyzing, and reporting financial data, Creating Management Accounts reports, such as balance sheets, profit & loss statements, etc., Presenting data to managers, investors, and other entities, Maintaining accurate financial records, Performing audits and resolving discrepancies, Computing taxes, Keeping informed about current legislation relating to finance and accounting, Assisting management in the decision-making process by preparing budgets and financial forecasts
ACCOUNTS & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
SHANGABO HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Preparing Accounts and Tax Returns, Monitoring spending and budgets, Auditing and analyzing financial performance, Financial forecasting and risk analysis, Advising on how to reduce costs and increase profits, Compiling and presenting financial and budget reports, Ensure that financial statements and records comply with laws and regulations, Keeping Account Books and systems up to date
- Maintained strong vendor relationships through timely payments, effective communication, and proactive issue resolution.
- Increased efficiency in accounts receivable management by creating organized system for tracking incoming payments and issuing timely reminders to clients.
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
NORTHERN FIXTURES (PTY) LTD
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Banks Daily preparations and processing of any due payments, Weekly reconciliations and reports submission to management, Monthly bank reconciliations and report submissions, Petty Cash and Cash Book reconciliations, Monthly Filling of Bank Statements
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
COPIERS BOTSWANA
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Monthly reconciliation of supplier statement, invoices, credit notes against accounting package balance, Preparation of monthly payments to respective suppliers (cheques, TTs and Online payments), Monthly Issuing of remittances to respective suppliers, Daily maintenance of cash purchases, Travel account maintenance (Technicians), Filling and Archiving
ACCOUNTS AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
SCARAB MARKETING (PTY) LTD
02.2012 - 01.2016
- Administering and Monitoring the financial system in order to ensure that the municipal finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner, Assisted with preparation of the budget Implement Financial Policies and Procedures, Oversee the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable systems in order to ensure complete and accurate records of all sums of money.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Internal Audit
Botswana Accountancy College
Gaborone, BotswanaAssociation of Accounting Technician - Accounting And Finance
Institution of Development Management
GABORONE07.2011
Skills
- Compliance Monitoring
- Document Review
- Auditing processes
- Internal Audits
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Internal Controls
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
References
- Victor Ramalepa, +26771676767, +2673907052, Ramalepa Attorneys, Managing Partner
- Amjad Moheeden, +26771384532, +2673185537, Zambezi Motors, Group Finance Manager
Timeline
ACCOUNTS AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER
RAMALEPA ATTORNEYS
12.2022 - Current
GROUP ACCOUNTANT
ZAMBEZI MOTORS (PTY) LTD
12.2021 - 12.2022
ACCOUNTS & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
SHANGABO HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD
02.2020 - 04.2021
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
NORTHERN FIXTURES (PTY) LTD
01.2017 - 01.2019
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
COPIERS BOTSWANA
02.2016 - 01.2019
ACCOUNTS AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
SCARAB MARKETING (PTY) LTD
02.2012 - 01.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Internal Audit
Botswana Accountancy College
Association of Accounting Technician - Accounting And Finance
Institution of Development Management
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