Glen Bezuidenhout

Successfully completed and managed over 90 engagements, showcasing expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and consulting services across various sectors.

Acted as both a team member and audit senior on various engagements, demonstrating strong leadership, project management, and collaboration skills. Effectively managed audit teams, ensured client satisfaction, and consistently met tight deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy.

Key engagements included:

• Financial Reporting and Statement Compilation
  Prepared both separate and consolidated financial statements for a diverse range of clients, ensuring full compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, Schools, etc.).
• Independent Reviews
  Conducted both statutory and voluntary independent reviews, enhancing the credibility of financial statements for stakeholders. Ensured all reviews were completed in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• External Audits
  Performed statutory and voluntary external audits for small, medium, and large entities across multiple industries. Delivered high-quality audit reports, offering valuable insights into financial performance and internal controls. Managed the entire audit process, from planning to execution and reporting.
• Taxation
  Calculated and evaluated income tax payable, and prepared and assessed income tax returns for individuals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations.
• Payroll Compliance
  Reviewed payroll systems to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including PAYE, UIF, and other labor-related regulations.
• VAT Compliance
  Prepared and reviewed VAT calculations and returns, ensuring accurate submissions and compliance with SARS requirements.
• Client Relationship Management
  Maintained strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor by providing tailored solutions to address their unique financial and operational challenges.

In December 2023, I was honored to receive the prestigious "Veritas Vibe" award, an annual recognition presented by the company directors to one employee who best exemplifies the organization's core values and ethical standards. This accolade highlights my unwavering commitment to integrity, professionalism, and upholding the principles that define our company's culture.

Assisted in the development and implementation of the FICA manual, ensuring that all processes were designed and executed in compliance with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA). This included drafting policies, conducting risk assessments, and establishing procedures to ensure adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) regulations.

Key responsibilities included:

• Played a key role in the design, development, and seamless implementation of the firm's compliance framework to align with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA). This initiative was instrumental in strengthening the firm's processes for anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF), ensuring full adherence to regulatory requirements and promoting robust compliance practices.
• Process Development
  Collaborated with leadership and compliance teams to design processes and protocols aligned with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) requirements. Focused on identifying risks related to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF), establishing compliance objectives, and creating a structured system for the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of regulatory adherence.
• Seamless Implementation
  Ensured the smooth integration of FICA compliance processes into the firm’s existing operations, minimizing disruptions and enhancing overall efficiency. Collaborated closely with various departments to ensure that the new compliance protocols, including anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) procedures, were understood and effectively adopted across the firm.

The successful implementation of these processes reinforced the firm’s commitment to maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance, risk management, and client service. This achievement positioned the firm to meet FICA requirements while continuously improving its compliance practices.

• Perform all monthly processing and bookkeeping tasks using Zoho accounting software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations to verify and match transactions, ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
• Prepare and review creditor reconciliations to confirm the accuracy of supplier accounts and identify any discrepancies.
• Manage debtors reconciliations, ensuring timely identification and resolution of outstanding balances and maintaining healthy cash flow.
• Liaise directly with directors to obtain critical information regarding debtors and creditors, facilitating informed decision-making and efficient financial management.