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Riaan Dippenaar

Superintendent Accounts
Kalgoorlie,WA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at GFA - StIves Gold Mine, Proven track record in conflict resolution and cost control. Adept at analyzing reports to implement improvements, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Professional leader skilled in strategic planning. Adept at fostering team collaboration, driving results, and adapting to evolving needs. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and strong focus on achieving organizational goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Superintendent Accounts

GFA - StIves Gold Mine
04.2011 - Current
  • Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
  • Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.

Shaft Accountant

GFI - Kloof Gold Mine
01.2010 - 03.2011
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.

Cost Accountant

GFI - Kloof Gold Mine
11.2004 - 12.2009
  • Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify root causes of discrepancies between actual results versus projections, informing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
  • Developed customized financial models for more accurate forecasting of business performance, aiding strategic planning efforts.
  • Provided valuable insights into production efficiency by analyzing manufacturing process costs against industry benchmarks.

Cost Controller

GFI - Kloof Goldmine
10.1998 - 10.2004
  • Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify root causes of discrepancies between actual results versus projections, informing corrective actions as necessary.
    Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
    Developed customized financial models for more accurate forecasting of business performance, aiding strategic planning efforts.
    Provided valuable insights into production efficiency by analyzing manufacturing process costs against industry benchmarks.

Trainee Accountant

Goldfields Trust
01.1997 - 10.1998
  • Training in all Commercial departments, (Supply officer, Purchasing, Accounts payable, Accounts relivable, Payroll officer and cost accountant)

Education

Accounting

Upington Colage
Upington, Norden Cape, South Africa
11-1996

Skills

  • Achievement orientation
  • Problem Solving (task and People)
  • Labour relations
  • Leadership development
  • Staff management
  • Business planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Cost control

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 3 staff members.
  • Acting in Finance manager position.
  • Create transparent cost reports in Microsoft Excel.
  • Create capital cash flow reports.

Languages

English
Afrikaans

Software

ERP systems SAP

Microsoft office

Xeras

Qlik reporting

Timeline

Superintendent Accounts

GFA - StIves Gold Mine
04.2011 - Current

Shaft Accountant

GFI - Kloof Gold Mine
01.2010 - 03.2011

Cost Accountant

GFI - Kloof Gold Mine
11.2004 - 12.2009

Cost Controller

GFI - Kloof Goldmine
10.1998 - 10.2004

Trainee Accountant

Goldfields Trust
01.1997 - 10.1998

Accounting

Upington Colage

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