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Caitlin Nicole Oelofse

Caitlin Nicole Oelofse

Chartered Accountant (2nd Year Clerk)
Johannesburg

Summary

Top UJ Accounting graduate, SA shooting athlete and CrossFit enthusiast with strong leadership skills.

Accomplished Chartered Accountancy Articles at Deloitte, leveraging analytical thinking and excellent communication to prepare IFRIS-compliant financial statements. Enhanced audit processes through detailed variance analysis and reconciliations. Proven adaptability and leadership in academic roles, fostering collaboration and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, driving efficient and ethical conduct in diverse professional environments.

Eager to leverage strong technical skills and a proven ability to manage complex financial data to contribute effectively to a dynamic accounting environment and progress towards CA(SA) qualification.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Chartered Accountancy Articles

Deloitte
Johannesburg
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of statutory audits for clients across the banking and insurance industries.
  • Prepared comprehensive working papers, ensuring compliance with international Standards on Auditing (ISA) and IFRIS.
  • Performed detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis and reconciliations of complex general ledger accounts.
  • Contributed to the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with IFRIS.
  • Collaborated effectively with audit teams, clients, and management to resolve audit queries and ensure timely completion of engagements.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Audit Academic Trainee

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry. Professional Development.
  • Prepared, planned and hosted weekly lectures for the 4th year CTA students.
  • Worked in the departmental auditing team helping to set up exams, marking and moderation.
  • Teaching lecture material.
  • Assisting in Curriculum Development and Support.
  • Promoted positive collaboration among trainees, encouraging teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Wrote a research article with my audit-team in the department about the theory teachings and how applicable it is to real-life working competencies as a Chartered Accountant.
  • General Administrative duties.

Taxation Tutor

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
01.2021 - 11.2023
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.

Education

Bachelor of Accounting Honours - Chartered Accounting

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Accounting, Cum Laude - Accounting And Finance

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Grade 12 - Matric

Hoërskool Florida
Roodepoort
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Microsoft office

  • Problem-solving skills

  • Strong leader

  • Time management skills

  • Excellent communication

  • Ethical conduct

  • Adaptability

Time management skills

Accomplishments

Leadership

  • Hoërskool Florida Vice President 2018/2019 of Academics and Culture

Junior Protea Target Shooting athlete:

  • Represented South Africa's National Junior Protea team in London in 2017, and in Germany in 2018.

UJ Choir:

  • Sang in the UJ choir, which was selected to perform at the World Choir Championships in 2020 in Belgium, but was unfortunately cancelled due to the pandemic.

Academic Bursary:

  • Fully paid academic bursary for 3 years of undergraduate studies, and 1 year CTA and Honors study year.

National Senior Certificate:

  • Received 7 distinctions in matric year.

Cultural:

  • Honorary colours for participation in the “Bekgeveg”, “Babbelfees” and “ATKV redenaars, speechguild, debate, school choir, playing piano and singing. In 2016 played the role of “Miriam” in the play, Map Jacobs by Adam Small – a prescribed text for Afrikaans Home Language. In 2018, acted in ‘Sister Act' and interpreted the role of one of the main characters, “Mother Superior.” Received the Hartman trophy for best supporting actress. In 2018 awarded the title of “Florrie Idol” with singing from “The Greatest Showman”. In 2019 acted as director for the “Tienertoneel Dubbelloop” and they participate in the ATKV Tienertoneel Competition.

Additional Information

Active member in church community:

  • I joined a church community in 2018, where I became a leader of the church's youth planning and outreach.
  • I am actively still involved in the church and in the youth, leading many young students.

Certification

National Senior Certificate (grade 12)

Interests

Drama

Singing

Target Shooting

Community Outreach

Tutoring and teaching

Timeline

Chartered Accountancy Articles

Deloitte
01.2025 - Current

Audit Academic Trainee

University of Johannesburg
01.2024 - 12.2024

Taxation Tutor

University of Johannesburg
01.2021 - 11.2023

National Senior Certificate (grade 12)

12-2019

Bachelor of Accounting Honours - Chartered Accounting

University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Accounting, Cum Laude - Accounting And Finance

University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Grade 12 - Matric

Hoërskool Florida
04.2001 -
Caitlin Nicole OelofseChartered Accountant (2nd Year Clerk)