SAP Business One
Donald Weir
Financial Director
Pretoria
Summary
Accomplished Financial Director with a proven track record at Pretor Group, with a strong focus in strategic leadership, financial management, revenue optimization and servicing of clients. Expertise in team leadership to enhance financial performance and compliance. Achieved significant cost savings and operational efficiencies, demonstrating a strong blend of analytical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Director
Pretor Group (Pty) Ltd
01.2005 - Current
- Managed cross-functional teams to successfully execute strategic financial initiatives.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term financial objectives for the organization.
- Boosted company revenue by developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with business goals.
- Increased profitability by identifying inefficiencies in operations and recommending cost-saving measures.
- Kept company in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal financial regulations.
- Provided comprehensive assistance for internal and external audits.
- Partnered closely with other departments to drive initiatives aimed at achieving overall organizational success from a financial standpoint.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent financial audits and controls implementation.
- Reduced operational costs through effective budgeting, forecasting, and expense management.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
Head of Internal Audit
Unitrans Logistics Ltd
01.2004 - 06.2005
- Mentored junior auditors in career development activities.
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported instances of fraud or misconduct, maintaining high ethical standards throughout the process.
- Managed a team of auditors, providing guidance, development opportunities, and performance feedback for continuous improvement.
- Implemented best practices in internal auditing by staying current on industry trends and emerging issues through ongoing professional development activities.
- Enhanced internal audit processes by implementing risk-based auditing strategies and methodologies.
- Streamlined audit reporting for improved efficiency and clarity, ensuring timely communication of findings to stakeholders.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by communicating the importance of strong internal controls to all employees at all levels of responsibility across departments.
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff members on various topics related to internal audit principles, improving overall understanding within the organization.
- Presented audit findings and recommendations to the Audit Committee, demonstrating clear communication skills and ability to influence decision-making at the highest levels of the organization.
- Improved internal controls by identifying gaps in existing policies and procedures and recommending corrective actions.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
Forensic Analyst
Kroll Inc
05.2001 - 07.2003
- Optimized workflows through regular evaluations of existing procedures, recommending improvements when necessary.
- Expedited case resolutions by accurately processing and interpreting audit evidence.
- Strengthened collaboration with law enforcement agencies by providing timely and accurate forensic reports.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to investigate complex incidents involving fraud or other malicious activities.
- Conducted thorough examinations of digital media, uncovering critical evidence for numerous cases.
- Sifted and sorted through evidence and recorded findings.
Education
Certified Internal Auditor - Internal Auditing
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Pretoria 04.2001 -
B Comm Accounting - Accounting
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Honours Bachelor of Accounting Science - Accounting
University of Siouth Africa
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Skills
Effective Strategic Leadership
Revenue Optimization Strategy
Team Leadership
Cost control
Internal controls
Reporting requirements
Audit management
Budget preparation
Reporting compliance
Profitability analysis
Risk management
Software
X-Cel
Timeline
Financial Director
Pretor Group (Pty) Ltd
01.2005 - Current
Head of Internal Audit
Unitrans Logistics Ltd
01.2004 - 06.2005
Forensic Analyst
Kroll Inc
05.2001 - 07.2003
Certified Internal Auditor - Internal Auditing
The Institute of Internal Auditors
04.2001 -
B Comm Accounting - Accounting
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
Honours Bachelor of Accounting Science - Accounting
University of Siouth Africa
04.2001 -
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