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PROFILE SUMMARY A skilled Collections Specialist that can offer a wide range of experience and can add immediate value to any organization. I'm results-driven and have a track record of often taking on additional duties and tasks to achieve my deadlines and targets if need be. I lead by example and strive for excellence in the workplace. The professional challenges provided by my current role have proved exciting and strengthened my ability to prioritize and facilitate several competing demands from stakeholders and customers. OBJECTIVE A position as a Collection Specialist, Billing Specialist & Cash Application Specialist.

Why you should hire me: * I am a bookkeeper and payroll administrator with 10+ years’ experience supporting businesses. *Skilled in Sage Business Cloud Accounting (including multi-currency), Xero, Dext, Hubdoc, Tidyflo, Google Docs, Google Meet, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Loom and integrating via webhooks. *I provide accurate reconciliations, payroll, and financial reporting. *Detail-oriented and reliable. *I work independently while keeping communication clear and professional. *Currently studying Accounting and Taxation part-time. *I am committed to delivering efficient, compliant, and trustworthy bookkeeping to clients worldwide.

I am a 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 (CA-SA), USA Tax prep specialist 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 with 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 6 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 professional 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 and tax 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 globally recognised firms 𝐁𝐃𝐎 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜a, 𝐁𝐃𝐎 𝐔𝐊, and private accounting firms in SA and USA. I am a 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚. I specialize in preparing 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐭𝐚𝐱 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 for the US , UK and SA markets. I successfully founded and scaled my own e-commerce store in South Africa, growing its net asset value by over 800%, giving me practical insight into financial strategy, cash flow management, and business growth. I am currently a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor as well, enabling me to provide expert bookkeeping and accounting services for small and medium-sized businesses. 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 & 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬: ✔Designing and automating fully robust accounting systems for e-commerce businesses ✔Setting up A2X, Taxomate, Entriwise integrations with accounting software and e-commerce stores ✔Designing and implementing internal controls ✔Automating recurring accounting activities ✔Bank and credit card reconciliation ✔Accounts reconciliation ✔Payroll processing, entries, and reconciliation ✔Adjusting journal entries ✔Financial statement preparation and analysis ✔Sales tax/VAT filing ✔Consolidated financials and branch accounting 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 & 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠: ✔Draftworx, QuickBooks (ProAdvisor Certified), Xero ✔Microsoft Excel (Advanced, Financial Modeling, Pivot Tables, Macros) ✔SAP, Oracle, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office ✔TaxDome , MyTaxPrep 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 & 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡: ✔Assess client needs and current accounting systems ✔Streamline workflows for efficiency and accuracy ✔Provide customized financial reporting and actionable insights ✔ Ensure compliance and monitor business performance 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝: ✔ South Africa ✔United States of America ✔ United Kingdom I deliver precise, timely, and strategic financial services that help businesses grow, optimize profits, and stay compliant. 📅 Schedule a 30-minute consultation via Zoom or Voice Call 📩 Or simply send me a message with your project details — I’ll respond promptly!

You don’t need another lecture about budgeting. You need a financial system that helps life feel less mentally cluttered. Many of the people I work with are earning a decent income, managing careers, families, businesses, or freelance work, and simply no longer have the time or mental energy to keep staying on top of every moving piece of their finances. The problem usually isn’t income. It’s complexity, inconsistency, and financial decisions that never quite feel organised. The service that I offer helps with the following: • stops you from avoiding your finances • reduce decision fatigue • create systems • you feel mentally lighter • make clearer financial choices • regain a sense of control I’m a financial coach with over 20 years of accounting experience, and I work with professionals and freelancers who want more clarity, structure, and confidence in their personal finances. Together we simplify the moving parts: • budgeting and cash flow • debt reduction planning • spending patterns and financial habits • savings goals and financial priorities • financial organisation and accountability • creating practical systems that are easy to maintain My approach is practical, calm, and personalised to real life. No shame. No extreme budgeting methods. No complicated financial jargon. Just clear guidance that helps you feel more in control of your money and less mentally weighed down by it. Because financial wellbeing is not only about numbers. It’s also about having the headspace to focus on the rest of your life. If you’re looking for practical financial support from someone who understands both the numbers and the human side of money, I’d be happy to chat. RemotaniaTribe

I have 15+ years of senior management expertise, and I save businesses time and drive smarter decisions with error free databases, streamlined administration, and solid financial management. If you need one versatile professional, I am ready to deliver results immediately. RECENT REVIEW "Marina is a fantastic freelancer, 100% reliable in task, time and communication. One of the best I have worked with in 22 years." I can help you with – ADMINISTRATIVE & DATA SUPPORT •Entering - Customer details, sales records, inventory information, invoices, and other business data accurately. •Update - Keeping company databases, spreadsheets, CRM systems, and records current and correct. •Cleaning - Removing duplicate, incomplete, outdated, or incorrect information to improve data quality. •Conversions – PDFs to Word or Excel •Record Keeping - Maintaining accurate records for customers, employees, suppliers, finances, and business operations. ACCOUNTING / BOOKKEEPING SUPPORT • Accounts Payable & Receivable • Monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations. • Prepare financial reports, profit / loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. • Review accounting transactions and identify discrepancies. • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all supporting documentation is complete. • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes. • Support bookkeeping, journal entries, and other day-to-day accounting tasks. • Work closely within a team to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency. I am meticulous, deadline-driven, and fully committed to confidentiality. I shall bring consistency, professionalism, and accuracy to your project. Let me take this off your hands. Message me to discuss your project. Marina v. CERTIFICATES & DEGREES Bookkeeping & Accounting (DAMELIN MANAGEMENT SCHOOL) Virtual Assistant (UDEMY BUSINESS SCHOOL) Financial & Business Management (UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA) HOBBIES Feature Journalism (UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN) Freelance Journalism (INTEC COLLEGE)

I have extensive knowledge of bookkeeping tasks and enjoy a challenge. Majority of the work I have done is fixing up of errors caused by bad financial practices. I enjoy what I do which I think it is one of the most important things when doing a job, it means you will do it right the first time.