Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Greg Wicht is an experienced Financial Manager with over 13 years of expertise in the construction industry. He specializes in financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and driving operational efficiency. Wicht currently serves as the Financial Manager at WBHO Construction, a leading construction firm in South Africa.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Financial Manager at WBHO Construction since 2008, Wicht is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations and reporting. In this role, he has:

• Streamlined financial processes, resulting in a 25% reduction in reporting turnaround time

• Implemented cost-saving measures that generated over R4.2 million in annual savings

• Developed and maintained robust financial controls, ensuring compliance with industry regulations

Career Progression

Prior to his current role, Wicht held positions as a Senior Financial Analyst at Phambili Construction (2006-2008) and a Financial Controller at Durban Building Supplies (2003-2006). Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong track record of driving financial improvements and contributing to the success of the organizations he has served.

Academic Background

Wicht holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where he graduated with distinction. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).

Areas of Expertise

• Financial reporting and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Cash flow management

• Cost control and optimization

• Financial risk management

• Financial system implementation and integration

• Team leadership and mentoring

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, resulting in a 30% improvement in data accuracy and a 20% reduction in manual processes

• Served as a subject matter expert for the construction industry, contributing to the development of industry-specific financial reporting guidelines

• Actively involved in the SAICA Construction Industry Committee, providing valuable insights and recommendations to address financial challenges faced by the sector

Conclusion

With his extensive financial expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational efficiency, Greg Wicht is poised to continue making a significant impact in the construction industry. He is committed to leveraging his skills and experience to support the financial success and growth of WBHO Construction.