Financial Leadership at Vulkan South Africa Pty Vulkan South Africa Pty | 1997 – 2022 Spearheaded all financial functions for Vulkan South Africa Pty for 30 years, overseeing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting to drive strategic decision-making and ensure regulatory compliance. Demonstrated deep expertise in cloud-based financial systems, proficiently utilizing Xero and QuickBooks to streamline accounting processes, enhance real-time financial visibility, and improve operational efficiency. Led comprehensive audit preparation, ensuring accurate financial records, robust internal controls, and compliance with South African financial regulations, consistently achieving clean audit outcomes. Implemented and leveraged Float for precise cash flow forecasting, enabling proactive liquidity management and scenario planning to support business growth and resilience. Utilized Syft Analytics for advanced budgeting and financial reporting, creating customized, visually intuitive reports and forecasts that provided actionable insights for stakeholders. Drove financial process automation and integration, reducing manual workloads and enhancing data accuracy through seamless synchronization with cloud-based platforms and applications. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with business objectives, fostering a culture of fiscal discipline and informed decision-making. Key Achievements: Transformed financial operations by adopting cloud-based solutions, reducing reporting time by 40% and improving data accessibility across departments. Successfully managed multi-entity consolidations and complex financial structures, ensuring transparency and compliance over three decades. Enhanced cash flow predictability using Float, mitigating financial risks during economic fluctuations. Delivered stakeholder-ready financial dashboards via Syft, improving forecasting accuracy and supporting strategic planning. Technical Proficiencies: Cloud-Based Financial Systems: Xero, QuickBooks Cash Flow Forecasting: Float Financial Reporting & Budgeting: Syft Analytics Audit Preparation & Compliance Financial Process Automation & Integration Explain Syft Analytics