CJ Buys
Phone: (- | Email:-| Location: Somerset West, South
Africa
Work Authorization: Eligible to work remotely for U.S. companies | Available to work U.S. hours
Professional Summary
Accomplished Financial Manager and Accountant with over 20 years of experience in financial
leadership, audit, compliance, and strategic planning across diverse industries. Proven ability to
manage complex financial operations, optimize cash flow, lead audits, and implement scalable
systems. Adept at U.S. GAAP, South African accounting standards, and remote financial
operations.
Key Skills
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Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
GAAP & IFRS Compliance
Xero, QuickBooks, Sage Pastel, Caseware
Payroll Administration (VIP, Sage)
Audit & Internal Controls
Cash Flow & Budgeting
Remote Financial Management
Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration
Professional Experience
Head of Corporate Services | Inuversal Corporate Services, Cape Town, South Africa
May 2022 – Present
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Lead financial strategy, budgeting, and compliance for a medical and wellness group.
Implemented efficient billing systems, assessed equipment investments, and supported
capital planning.
Oversaw group structuring, financial reporting, and stakeholder engagement across
departments.
Financial Manager | Contract-Force Corporate Solutions, Somerset West, South Africa
Jun 2014 – Apr 2022
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Directed financial operations including budgeting, payroll, tax compliance, and financial
reporting.
Improved cash flow and implemented internal controls aligned with labor regulations.
Collaborated with executives on strategy and startup advisory.
Financial Director | Patagon Flex Plastics, Wellington, South Africa
Dec 2009 – Feb 2022
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Managed financial planning, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance in
manufacturing.
Oversaw accounting, cash flow, and audits to support growth and profitability.
Maintained stakeholder relationships and provided insights for business decisions.
Chief Executive Officer | Kingswood Golf Estate, George, South Africa
May 2009 – Nov 2009
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Directed strategic operations, financial management, vendor relations, and resident
engagement.
Financial Director / Shareholder | Synteq Group of Companies, Blackheath, South Africa
May 2006 – Feb 2009
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Led accounting system design, tax strategy, and financial structuring in startup
manufacturing.
Recruited and managed finance team; implemented performance tracking systems.
Business Manager | Nedbank, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Jun 2002 – May 2006
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Managed medium-to-large business portfolios, cross-selling financial products, and
mitigating credit risk.
Audit Manager | Exceed, Bellville, South Africa
Nov 2000 – May 2002
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Led audits and client advisories; reviewed financials for compliance with international
standards.
Audit Senior | LDP, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Jan 1999 – Oct 2000
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Supervised audit teams, managed portfolios, conducted planning and staff allocation.
Education
Honors Bachelor of Accounting Science, University of South Africa, 1998
Bachelor of Accounting, University of Stellenbosch, 1995
Certifications
Certificate of Theory of Accountancy, University of South Africa, Aug 2000
SAICA Qualifying Exam Part 1, South African Institute of Chartered Accountants, Dec 2000
Professional Affiliations
South African Institute of Tax Professionals, Member since 2016
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants – Associate Member (2001 – 2005)
Technical Proficiency
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Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Xero, QuickBooks, Sage Pastel, Caseware
VIP Payroll, Zenoti Practice Manager
Windows, macOS, iOS, Cloud Services
Languages
English (Fluent), Afrikaans (Native)
