NATHANIEL MATINDIKE

Business Intelligence Analyst
Crawford, ZA.

About

Highly analytical Business Intelligence Analyst with over 15 years of experience in financial control, data consultancy, and systems management, adept at leveraging SQL, Python, and data visualization to solve complex business problems. Proven ability to transform raw data into actionable insights, consistently enhancing operational efficiency, financial compliance, and strategic decision-making to drive business growth.

Work

Self Employed
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Freelance Accounting, and Data Consultancy

South Africa

Summary

Led a freelance consultancy providing comprehensive accounting and data analysis services to small businesses and individual clients, ensuring financial accuracy and strategic insight.

Highlights

Delivered professional bookkeeping and accounting services to over 20 small businesses, improving financial record accuracy by 95% and ensuring full compliance with accounting standards.

Provided internal control system consultancy, leading to a 15% improvement in financial governance and operational efficiency for client businesses.

Conducted detailed asset verification and stock counts for multiple clients, achieving 98% inventory accuracy and safeguarding assets valued at over R500,000.

Processed and interpreted complex financial and operational data, generating actionable reports that supported informed business decisions and improved performance monitoring.

Managed financial reconciliations and data-accuracy reviews, reducing discrepancies by 20% and enhancing the reliability of management reports.

SPECIALISED DISPENSE SYSTEMS
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Draft Systems Technician

South Africa

Summary

Managed the installation, servicing, and client relations for draft systems, ensuring optimal operational performance and high customer satisfaction.

Highlights

Scheduled and coordinated over 50 client service calls monthly, optimizing technician routes and improving service response times by 10%.

Collected and analyzed technical data from diverse client systems, identifying trends to preempt maintenance issues and enhance system reliability.

Successfully installed and serviced over 100 draft systems, ensuring peak operational efficiency and extending equipment lifespan by 15%.

Provided exceptional customer relations services, resolving technical inquiries and fostering client loyalty, contributing to a 90% client retention rate.

RAKO LABELS
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Financial Administrator

South Africa

Summary

Managed critical financial administration tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping, compliance, and efficient operational support for the organization.

Highlights

Managed daily financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring 99% accuracy in ledger entries.

Prepared monthly financial reports and reconciled bank statements, contributing to timely financial closings and audit readiness.

Supported internal audit processes by compiling necessary documentation and responding to inquiries, facilitating smooth annual audits.

Implemented improved data entry protocols, reducing administrative errors by 15% and enhancing data integrity.

BATA SHOE COMPANY
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Internal Controller (Accounting)

South Africa

Summary

Conducted comprehensive internal control reviews and audit assessments, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and robust risk management for a leading shoe company.

Highlights

Conducted over 30 internal control reviews and audit assessments annually, identifying critical discrepancies and improving financial data accuracy by 90%.

Analyzed and verified financial transactions, accounting records, and inventory data, significantly reducing financial discrepancies by 15% annually.

Evaluated and strengthened internal control systems, identifying 10+ control weaknesses and assisting in the prevention of fraudulent activities.

Collaborated with external auditors, preparing all documentation and reports, which contributed to 100% audit readiness and compliance for 7 consecutive years.

Provided management with actionable analytical insights and recommendations, leading to a 20% improvement in financial controls and reporting accuracy.

Education

University of South Africa
South Africa

B.Com Degree

Business Informatics

University of South Africa
South Africa

Higher Certificate

Economic Management

Gweru Polytechnic College
Zimbabwe

Diploma & Certificate

Accounting

Languages

English

Certificates

Certified Microsoft Data Platform associate

Issued By

Microsoft

Administering Ms Sql Server 2012

Issued By

Microsoft

Querying Ms Sql Server 2012

Issued By

Microsoft

Skills

Data Visualization

Data Visualization, Tableau, Power BI, Dashboarding.

Business Intelligence

Business Intelligence, BI Reporting, Data Analysis, Strategic Insights.

Ms Excel

Ms Excel, Financial Modeling, Data Manipulation, PivotTables, VBA.

Ms Word

Ms Word, Documentation, Report Generation, Technical Writing.

Ms Access

Ms Access, Database Management, Data Querying, Database Design.

SQL

SQL, Database Querying, Data Extraction, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation Language (DML).

Python

Python, Scripting, Data Processing, Automation, Pandas, NumPy.

Report Writing

Report Writing, Financial Reporting, Management Reports, Technical Documentation, Stakeholder Communication.

Analytical & Critical Thinking

Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking, Problem Assessment, Strategic Analysis, Root Cause Analysis.

Problem Solving

Problem Solving, Solution Development, Strategic Planning, Decision Making.

Communication

Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Presentation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Technical Communication.

Interests

Sports

Playing Tennis, Shooting Pool.

Outdoors

Hiking.