Ethan Mills
Sandton,Gauteng
Summary
Final year CA(SA) trainee working in the Large & Complex division at Deloitte with expertise in financial reporting and advanced accounting proficiency. Demonstrates strong leadership in audit teams, leveraging financial analysis techniques to drive insightful risk assessments. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, aiming to enhance organisational financial strategies and decision-making processes. Offering strong analytical
and interpretation skills with a keen eye for detail. Knowledgeable about IFRS, Taxation and Companies Act compliance standards. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, with collaborative approach to teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Audit senior
Deloitte
Waterfall City, Gauteng
2024.01 - Current
Clients audited in Large & Complex Division:
- Truworths International Limited (JSE-listed)
- Foskor (Pty) Ltd (Industrial Development Corporation Group)
- Tiger Brands International Limited (Tiger Brands Group)
- Sun Treasury RF Pty Ltd. (Sun International Group)
- AECI Industrial Chemicals (AECI Group)
- Ross Poultry Breeders (Astral Group)
- Netcare Education (Netcare Group)
- Araxi Limited (previously Capital Appreciation)(JSE-listed)
Activities:
- Coordinated with team members for effective execution of audit plans.
- Analysed financial data to detect discrepancies or fraudulent activities.
- Reviewed financial statements for compliance with accounting standards.
- Prepared concise audit reports to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting Sciences
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, Gauteng 2023.01 - 2023.10
Bachelor's Degree in Commerce - Accounting Sciences
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, Gauteng 2020.02 - 2022.11
Matric -
Kearsney College
Bothas Hill, KwaZulu-Natal 2015.01 - 2019.12
Skills
Financial reporting & advanced accounting proficiency
Financial analysis and interpretation techniques
Regulatory compliance knowledge in taxation, IFRS and Companies Act
Leadership and project management in audit teams
Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Certification
- SAICA Initial Test of Competence (2024)- Passed on first attempt.
- Excel Academy Certification (2024)
- University of Cape Town APC Board Course (2025) - Passed with final exam with Higher Competence grading.
- SAICA Assessment of Professional Competence (2025) - Passed on first attempt.
Timeline
Audit senior
Deloitte
2024.01 - Current
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting Sciences
University of Pretoria
2023.01 - 2023.10
Bachelor's Degree in Commerce - Accounting Sciences
University of Pretoria
2020.02 - 2022.11
Matric -
Kearsney College
2015.01 - 2019.12