Bridgette Kgaugelo Khalo
Resource Manager - CA(SA)
Pretoria
Summary
Chartered Accountant CA(SA) and Resource management professional with 10+ years of experience in auditing, project management, resourcing and mentoring audit staff. Proven ability to start and run projects, drive process improvements, ensure regulatory compliance, and support organisation’s strategy. Adept at aligning resources with organizational goals, fostering effective team collaboration, managing audits and stakeholders, and ensuring optimal project execution. Skilled in strategic planning, conflict resolution, and resource allocation. Known for adaptability, reliability, and achieving measurable results in dynamic work environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Resource Manager (and Acting Senior Manager)
AGSA
01.2023 - Current
- Tactically managing the AGSA Ahluma project in line with the applicable policies and procedures, ensuring an efficient and sustainable staffing solution through the optimal allocation of resources (up to 325 resources);
- Supporting the implementation of the Ahluma database strategic direction and ensuring alignment to the AGSA’s strategic imperatives;
- Spearheaded resource allocation and workforce planning, optimizing team performance and enhancing project delivery timelines.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency, resulting in streamlined workflows across departments.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing resource management strategies, fostering collaboration and driving successful project outcomes.
- Monthly reporting of the unit’s activities for use by CFO and EXCO;
- Presentation to Training Officer Forum;
- Collaboration with People Portfolio for resource management matters of the organisation;
- Budget, forecasting, cash advance, expense, study support and timesheet approvals;
- CWC tender evaluations and MOA reviews and approvals.
Audit Manager
AGSA
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led comprehensive audits ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, resulting in improved operational efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Developed and implemented robust audit methodologies that enhanced accuracy in financial reporting and identified operational weaknesses.
- Supervised a team of auditors, fostering professional development and collaboration, which increased overall audit effectiveness and team morale.
- Audits of the National Lotteries Commission, National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund, Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent, Municipal Demarcation Board, the National Youth Development Agency, Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, and the Madibeng Local Municipality;
- Preparation and presentation of the Management and Audit Reports to Senior Management;
- Project management on the respective audits;
- Reviewing the audit work to ensure quality thereof;
- Stakeholder management (internal and external);
- People management (leadership, administration, coaching and performance management);
- Coaching of trainees and assistant managers;
- Drafting academic plans for trainee studies;
- Preparation of slides/ presentations to Ministers and Parliamentary Portfolio Committees
- Preparation of sensitivity notes for AGSA Executives.
Audit Assistant Manager
AGSA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Led audit teams in the planning and execution of financial audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented audit methodologies that improved risk assessment processes, leading to increased accuracy in financial reporting.
- Mentored junior auditors, providing training and guidance that fostered skill development and improved team performance in audit engagements.
- Analyzed complex financial data to identify discrepancies, resulting in timely corrective actions and strengthened internal controls.
- Assisting the audit manager in running the audit of the Department of Trade and Industry;
- Stakeholder management (internal and external)
Trainee Accountant
AGSA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Completed SAICA-accredited training with exposure to full audit cycle.
- Gained hands-on experience in financial audits, audit of performance information, and compliance.
- Worked on clients such as National Lotteries Commission, Independent Development Trust, Department of Trade and Industry, City of Johannesburg, and Mogale City Local Municipality
Trainee Accountant
Deloitte
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Completed SAICA-accredited training with exposure to full audit cycle.
- Gained hands-on experience in financial audits and tax compliance.
- Worked on clients such as Datacentrix, Johannesburg Fresh Produce Market and South African Post Office.
Education
Honours: Bachelor of Accounting Sciences (CTA) -
University of South Africa
01.2010
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences - undefined
University of South Africa
01.2009
BCom Accounting Sciences - undefined
University of Pretoria
01.2008
Skills
- External Audit (IFRS, GAAP, GRAP, MCS)
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Internal Controls and Risk Management
- Resource allocation
- Workforce planning
- Operational efficiency
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
Certification
Middle Management Development Programme – Duke Corporate Education, 2023
References
- Moagi, Mpshe - Senior Manager - MoagiMp@agsa.co.za, 082 687 5877
- Phillip, Rakgwale - Former Senior Manager - PhillipRakgwale@gmail.com, 083 412 6408
- Thulani, Moyo - Audit Manager - ThulaniM@agsa.co.za, 073 808 4521
Accomplishments
- AGSA CFO Portfolio award for ‘We do the right things’ - Demonstrating exemplary ethical leadership, 2024
- UNISA Financial Accounting marker, 2022
- Secretary of the business unit Manager forum, 2020-2021
- Developing of manager induction material, and facilitation thereof, 2019
- Planning of women’s forum activities, 2019 to 2020
- University of Pretoria Financial Accounting tutor for the Thuthuka programme, 2007
- One of the North West Province’s Matric top performers, 2004
Timeline
Resource Manager (and Acting Senior Manager)
AGSA
01.2023 - Current
Audit Manager
AGSA
01.2018 - 01.2022
Audit Assistant Manager
AGSA
01.2015 - 01.2018
Trainee Accountant
AGSA
01.2012 - 01.2015
Trainee Accountant
Deloitte
01.2011 - 01.2012
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences - undefined
University of South Africa
BCom Accounting Sciences - undefined
University of Pretoria
Honours: Bachelor of Accounting Sciences (CTA) -
University of South Africa