Khuthadzo Radzuma

Portfolio Cost Controller - SIB Capital @ Exxaro Resources

About

Project Accounting and Cost Control professional with 7+ years’ experience supporting large-scale mega , SIB and SLP projects.I bring a strong grounding in project control management principles, including NECs, with a proven track record of enhancing financial visibility, strengthening governance, and improving project delivery outcomes. I specialise in streamlining processes, optimising budgets, forecasting, and compiling accurate project cost reports. My strength lies in bridging accounting principles with project management strategies to improve operational efficiency, ensure compliance, and support informed decision-making across the project lifecycle. Passionate about enabling cost transparency, robust controls, and data-driven performance in capital and operational projects.

Country

South Africa

City

Lephalale

Industry

Mining & Metals

Skill

Stakeholder Management, Financial Modeling, Project Finance, Planning & Scheduling, Microsoft Power BI, Shareholder Communications, Key Performance Indicators, Benchmarking, Credit Risk Management, Credit Analysis, Credit Management, Credit Control, SAP FICO, Procurement, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Data Interpretation, Cost Models, Project Documentation, Cost Engineering

Experience

Portfolio Cost Controller - SIB Capital

Exxaro Resources

2024-3 - 2025-8 · 1 yr 6 mos

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Review and analyse projects Budgets and Forecasts for all Exxaro business Units. Collaborate with various stakeholders, including project managers, finance teams, senior management, and external partners, to communicate capital expenditure plans, status updates, and strategic objectives. Consolidate data for reports to be used in different forums (QPR, OPCO) Assist the Business Units in preparation of the Company business plans

Projects Cost Controller

Exxaro Resources

2021-9 - 2024-3 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Lephalale, Limpopo, South Africa

Collaborating with project managers to create effective budgets and forecasts. Monitoring and Analysing Projects Costs. Create Purchase Requisition for vendors. Sit in Tender adjudications. Audit invoices and payment certificates prior to payment, ensuring VAT compliance and correct tax treatment. Review, analyze and update accurate forecasts. Track budget variances and challenge budget owners on any deviation Reconcile project cost reporting with accounting and financial records. Review Change Order requests and/or potential variations that impact project budget. Establish appropriate coordination with other project functions to ensure compatibility. Contribute and participate to the Project Risk Management process by providing cost input.

Financial Controller

Electrical Installations and Maintenance Projects

2016-1 - 2021-3 · 5 yrs 3 mos

Lephalale, Limpopo, South Africa

Audit invoices and payment certificates prior to payment, ensuring VAT compliance and correct tax treatment. Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, and Corporate Tax submissions. Monitor and advise on tax implications of contracts, transactions, and new business initiatives. Oversee the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS/GAAP standards.