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.
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
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
Successfully led audit teams and managed the full engagement lifecycle from planning to sign-off
Proficient in interpreting financial data to uncover trends, variances, and performance insights
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
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
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