Alma Louwrens

• Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
• Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
• Maintained accurate financial records, including bank reconciliations, general ledger, and all transactions up to trial balance.
• Prepared and submitted monthly VAT returns and assisted with year-end financial statements.
• Managed supplier and customer invoicing, ensuring prompt payments and collections.
• Submitted CIPC Beneficial Ownership documents in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Appointed Public Officers with SARS and handled related admin duties.
• Compiled monthly salary schedules and processed payroll-related forms, including UI-19 submissions.
• Used Sage Pastel and Pastel Accounting to streamline bookkeeping processes and maintain precise records.

• Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude..
• Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
• Assisted with functions
• Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.

This was a temporary position

• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
• Resolved customer problems and complaints.
• Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
• Skilled in managing the full debtors and creditors function, including invoicing, statement reconciliation, payments, and following up on outstanding accounts. Proficient in handling front office duties
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate billing and collections.
  Reconciled supplier statements and processed payments within specified deadlines.
  Updated customer accounts, tracked overdue payments, and coordinated with branches for debt recovery.
  Maintained accurate financial records and supported month-end closing procedures
• Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
• Enhanced office organization with regular maintenance of files, records, and supplies inventory.
• Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
• Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.