Summary
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Relevant coursework and projects
Leadership and Extracurriculum Roles
Certificates
Timeline
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Asanda Mehana

Asanda Mehana

Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
Cape Town

Summary

I am Asanda Mehana, a young professional with a Diploma in Accountancy from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma. My academic background specializes in financial accounting, reporting, management, taxation, and internal auditing. I am proficient in financial software including Sage, skilled in research, financial statement analysis, and implementing risk mitigation strategies. Experienced in collaborative accounting and auditing projects, excelling in team environments with a commitment to accountability, ethics, and detail-oriented results. I am innovative and possess strong problem-solving abilities, ensuring optimal project outcomes.

Education

Diploma in Accountancy (NQF 6) -

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
02.2021 - 2023.05

Advanced Diploma in Accountancy (NQF 7) -

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2024 - Current

Skills

Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel and Power Point)

Auditing and Taxation Knowledge

Accounting Software Proficiency

Financial Analysis

Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills

Teamwork

Deadline Oriented

Driven and goal oriented

Adaptability, resourcefulness, and organisation skills

Assertiveness and empathy

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 27 May 2002
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African

Relevant coursework and projects

Integrated Project Accounting Project

Identified real-world accounting-related problems (RWARPs) for a selected public company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).

· Key Skills Developed

· Research and Analytical Skills : Conducted in-depth scrutiny of financial and non-financial information.

· Problem-Solving: Identified complex accounting-related issues and proposed feasible solutions.

· Team Collaboration: Worked effectively in a group setting to achieve project goals.


Internal Auditing

Selected and organized a real internal audit for a chosen business, gaining practical experience in applying internal auditing principles and methodologies in both real-world and hypothetical business scenarios.

· Key Skills Developed:

  • Audit Planning: Plan and organize internal audit procedures.
  • Report Writing: Summarize findings and recommend improvements.
  • Project Management: Coordinate group efforts and timelines

Leadership and Extracurriculum Roles

Accounting Class Representative
Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Represented accountancy students by addressing peer concerns and facilitating communication with faculty to resolve issues efficiently, advocating for student interests and fostering a positive learning environment in the course

Certificates

Sage system training certificate

TEFL academy teaching certificate

Timeline

Advanced Diploma in Accountancy (NQF 7) -

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2024 - Current

Diploma in Accountancy (NQF 6) -

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
02.2021 - 2023.05
Asanda MehanaCape Peninsula University Of Technology