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Charles Ndlovu

Charles Ndlovu

Accountant
Bulawayo,Zimbabwe

Summary

To obtain a management position within a stimulating environment where leadership and goals are encouraged; personal job satisfaction and career growth to mutual benefit

Driven and adaptable professional with strong analytical and project management skills, combined with solid foundation in cost control and budgeting. Proficient in financial modelling and stakeholder communication, contributing to optimising project outcomes. Committed to delivering value and ensuring financial efficiency in project execution.

Driven and analytical, with strong background in project management and financial analysis. Demonstrates proficiency in cost estimation and budget management, alongside excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Aims to contribute to achieving cost efficiency and project success in [Desired Position] role.

Experienced professional with focus on cost engineering and project cost management. Achieves optimal budget allocation and cost savings through strategic analysis and precise forecasting. Leverages expertise in financial modelling and cost control to deliver projects within budget.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Cost Engineer II

Saudi Aramco SMP UNDER SRACO
11.2013 - 05.2025
  • Net Direct Expenditure reports, redistributed labor, miscellaneous payments system, Saudization, Business plans and other reports as when requested by management.
  • Providing input and recommendations for cost engineering requirements relative to staffing, project controls, and preparing and analyzing comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between the project forecasts and the budgets.
  • Organizing, monitoring and controlling project costs defining project needs for cost control in accordance with contractual requirements, objectives and Company procedures.
  • Ensuring that all project commitments are accurately reported and maintained updated final project and expenditure forecasts.
  • Advising management regarding forecasted costs overruns of approved budgets and recommends corrective actions.

Accountant

Mshumpela Electrical cc
10.2009 - 10.2013
  • Full financial function up to management statements
  • Financial Management - Cash flow management - Customer liaison - Helping Member with Business Development - Reconciliation of all payments (creditors, salaries, corporate services, rent, etc.) - Process & recon PAYE, UIF, SDL, - Reconciliation of general ledger accounts - Petty cash management - Management and control of all creditors accounts - General Ledger recons, including control accounts - Tenders completion - Allocating work to junior staff
  • Human Resource Management - Full Pastel Payroll function (25 employees) - Compliance with BCEA - Training - Leave applications - Disciplinary procedures & hearings
  • Administrator of Pastel Premier
  • Tax Clearance certificates for tender purposes
  • Any other Tax queries

Accountant

African Tramways (Pty) Ltd
01.2002 - 09.2009
  • Full financial function up to management statements
  • Financial Management - Cash flow management - Customer liaison - Help General Manager with Business Development - Reconciliation of all payments (creditors, salaries, corporate services, rent, etc.) - Process & recon PAYE, UIF, SDL, Trade Union and Bargaining Council contributions (Freight industry) - Reconciliation of general ledger accounts - Petty cash management - Management and control of all creditors accounts - General Ledger recons, including control accounts - Allocating work to junior staff
  • Human Resource Management - Full Pastel Payroll function (45 employees) - Compliance with BCEA - Training - Leave applications - Disciplinary procedures & hearings
  • Administrator of Pastel Premier
  • Tax Clearance certificates for tender purposes
  • Any other Tax queries
  • Trust accounts - Reconciliation of Investments accounts - Capture and update accounts - Trust management accounts - Compilation of audit files

Bookkeeper

Various Companies in Zimbabwe, namely Bulawayo Board of Executors, AP Glendening and Marvo Stationer
Bulawayo , Zimbabwe
02.1989 - 04.2000
  • Assisted in budget preparation, aided in cost control measures.
  • Used accounting software proficiently, simplified complex calculations and reporting requirements.
  • Processed invoices promptly, enabled swift payment processing.
  • Kept a record of business expenses, assisted in expense reduction strategies.
  • Balanced general ledger by reconciling entries accurately and promptly.
  • Managed financial records by meticulously entering and updating data.
  • Analysed fiscal transactions to ensure all activities adhered to company policies.
  • Maintained accurate books for clear financial visibility.
  • Produced timely financial reports with use of bookkeeping software.
  • Processed bank deposits regularly, reduced risk of theft or loss from carrying excessive cash.
  • Worked closely with accountants during end-of-year closeout procedures, ensured accuracy of figures reported in annual reports.
  • Handled bank and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate, up-to-date accounts.
  • Maintained trial balance by reconciliation of general ledgers.
  • Resolved discrepancies to balance books and maintain correct accounting records.
  • Checked invoices against work performed to verify accuracy ahead of payment.
  • Entered financial data into company accounting database for verification and reconciliation, maintaining accurate and current accounts at all times.
  • Calculated profit and loss information to enable accurate financial analysis and forecasting.

Education

Grade 'O' Levels - English Language, Mathematics, Principles of Accounting, Biology, Geography

SPECISS COLLEGE
Bulawayo

Get smart Online Course - Advanced Project Management

University of Cape Town

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING DIPLOMA - Financial Accounting I, II & 111, Auditing, Economics I, Business Economics, Business Communication, Business Law 1, Corporate Law, Income Tax, Information systems & Technology, Cost & Management Accounting 1 & 11, Management 1

IAC Zimbabwe
Bulawayo
11.2001

Elementary bookkeeping & Accounts to Advanced Level - Typing writing to Intermediate level

PITMAN EXAMINATIONS INSTITUTE
LONDON

Skills

  • Project lifecycle comprehension
  • Financial prudence
  • Contractual insight
  • CostX experience
  • Contract law knowledge
  • Change order administration
  • Experience with costworks
  • Work breakdown structures
  • Tendering procedures
  • Cost analysis proficiency
  • Cost estimation
  • SAP proficiency
  • Financial reporting
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Data analysis
  • Budget management

Personal Information

  • Criminal Offences: Nil
  • Health Status: Good
  • Date of birth: 10/23/64
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean
  • Marital status: Married

Custom

  • Gilbert Phalafala, +2782 900 7454
  • Nourah Al Hamdan, +96655 777 7293, Business Administrator (Aramco)
  • Khalid Megren, +96655 001 0055, HR (Aramco)

Timeline

Cost Engineer II

Saudi Aramco SMP UNDER SRACO
11.2013 - 05.2025

Accountant

Mshumpela Electrical cc
10.2009 - 10.2013

Accountant

African Tramways (Pty) Ltd
01.2002 - 09.2009

Bookkeeper

Various Companies in Zimbabwe, namely Bulawayo Board of Executors, AP Glendening and Marvo Stationer
02.1989 - 04.2000

Grade 'O' Levels - English Language, Mathematics, Principles of Accounting, Biology, Geography

SPECISS COLLEGE

Get smart Online Course - Advanced Project Management

University of Cape Town

Elementary bookkeeping & Accounts to Advanced Level - Typing writing to Intermediate level

PITMAN EXAMINATIONS INSTITUTE

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING DIPLOMA - Financial Accounting I, II & 111, Auditing, Economics I, Business Economics, Business Communication, Business Law 1, Corporate Law, Income Tax, Information systems & Technology, Cost & Management Accounting 1 & 11, Management 1

IAC Zimbabwe

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