Keagan Jacobs
Audit Manager
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Qualified Chartered Accountant with over six years of progressive experience, including more than two years as an Audit Manager in the Financial Services division at PwC. Demonstrates deep technical expertise in IFRS, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on the insurance sector. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex audits, and advise on financial controls and accounting treatments for listed and unlisted insurers. Combines technical precision with commercial acumen to deliver insights that support sound financial decision-making. Recognized for professionalism, attention to detail, and strong stakeholder management across all levels of the finance function. Now seeking to transition into a senior financial accounting role to add value within a dynamic insurance finance team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Manager
Cape Town
01.2023 - Current
- Led and reviewed audits of listed and unlisted financial services clients with assets >10bn, ensuring compliance with IFRS.
- Assessed the adequacy of financial reporting controls and advised clients on improvements.
- Gained in-depth understanding of insurance contracts (IFRS 17).
- Managed client relationships and delivered audit outcomes that aligned with business goals.
- Managed teams of up to 10 members, overseeing audit planning, fieldwork and final reporting for complex insurance audits.
- Applied analytical techniques to assess business performance, uncovered financial misstatements and challenged client assumptions..
Audit Trainee
PwC
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Performed end-to-end adit procedures for clients across various industries, including planning, execution and finalization.
- Assisted in the preparation and review of annual financial statements to ensure compliance with IFRS and Companies Act requirements.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among colleagues while diligently completing individual tasks assigned by supervisors.
- Interacted with financial managers, CFOs and other key stakeholders to gather audit evidence and communicate findings.
- Worked as part of cross-functional teams on audit engagements, collaborating with seniors and managers
Private Tutor
Self Employed
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Empowered students with essential study skills such as note-taking, test preparation strategies, and effective research methods.
- Adapted tutoring approach based on each student''s progress, ensuring continuous growth in knowledge and skills.
- Adopted innovative teaching methods that simplified intricate ideas, improving students' ability to remember the material.
- Offered focused assistance in particular subjects where students faced challenges, boosting overall academic achievement.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Scienc - Accounting And Finance
University of Cape Town
Cape Town 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Business Science in Finance And Accoun - Business Science
University of Cape Town
Cape Town 04.2001 -
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting
In-depth knowledge of IFRS, with practical experience reviewing and advising on complex accounting treatments, including insurance-specific standards such as IFRS 4 and IFRS 17
- Insurance Industry Insight
Extensive audit exposure to life and short-term insurers, developing a strong understanding of insurance operations, policyholder liabilities, reinsurance, and the financial reporting implications of insurance contracts
- Leadership & Team Oversight
Successfully led audit teams and managed the full engagement lifecycle from planning to sign-off
- Analytical & Commercial Acumen
Proficient in interpreting financial data to uncover trends, variances, and performance insights
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Served as the primary liaison for senior finance executives, including CFOs and Heads of Finance Confident in presenting financial results, addressing complex queries, and building trusted relationships with key decision-makers
Key Audit Clients Managed
Sanlam Retail Affluent
Glacier Financial Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Old Mutual Wealth Retirement Funds
South African Retirement Annuity Fund
Sanne Fund Management
Realfin
10X Retirement Fund
FNZ Financial Holdings
References
PwC Ireland Audit Manager
Andrew Viljoen CA(SA)
073 897 2317
andrew.viljoen@pwc.com
PwC Cape Town Audit Manager
Julian Alexander CA(SA)
081 760 1873
julian.alexander@pwc.com
Timeline
Audit Manager
Cape Town
01.2023 - Current
Audit Trainee
PwC
01.2020 - 12.2022
Private Tutor
Self Employed
03.2013 - 10.2015
Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Scienc - Accounting And Finance
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Business Science in Finance And Accoun - Business Science
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
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