Kerissa Nair

Managed the following listed audit clients:

• Eskom Holdings SOC Limited (Distribution) consisting of a team of 46 auditors and 8 specialist teams.
• York Holdings Limited consisting of a team of 17 auditors and 5 specialist teams.
• Tsogo Sun Limited (Montecasino) consisting of a team of 5 auditors and 2 specialist teams.
• Tiger Brands Limited (Bakeries) consisting of a team of 5 auditors and 2 specialist teams.

Instrumental in the proposal process and successful bidding of Tsogo Sun Limited.

Management tasks included the following:

• Managed complex audits from planning to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality reports. Streamlined audit processes for improved accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Presented key findings to audit committees, offering actionable insights for enhancing operational efficiency.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements and enhance clients internal control systems.
• Spearheaded the digital transformation of the audit of a R200 billion account.
• Effectively implemented digital tools across audits to ensure efficiency whilst optimizing quality.
• Developed annual budgets by providing insights into past performance trends and future projections.
• Effectively negotiated audit fees including recoupment of overruns.
• Developed comprehensive audit plans based on thorough risk assessments and business objectives analysis.
• Kept up-to-date with industry developments, adapting auditing methodologies as needed to maintain relevance in an evolving landscape.
• Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
• Provided on the ground mentorship and guidance.

• Managed the audit on listed entities including York Timbers Limited (Head office), PPC Limited (Cement), Eskom Holdings SOC Limited (Distribution), Glencore Limited, enX Group Limited (West African International), Tongaat Hulett Limited (Distribution), Mpact Limited (Plastics), Grindrod Limited (Terminals), KAP Industrial Holdings (KAP), Capitec Bank (Retail finance), Reunert Limited (Nashua)).
• Instrumental in the audit proposal and presentation of York Timbers Limited.
• Recipient of Deloitte Impact KZN award.
• KZN social committee member.

Duties included the following:

• Improved client relations by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
• Managed audit teams ranging from 3-20, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
• Consistently met deadlines for audit reports, helping maintain company reputation for reliability and professionalism.
• Gathered and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts.
• Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Developed comprehensive audit plans outlining scope, goals, timelines, and resource requirements for each project.
• Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved by analyzing expense reports and recommending budget adjustments.
• Participated in billing and collections operations to facilitate client payment of overdue invoices.
• Strengthened stakeholder relationships by presenting clear findings from completed audits along with suggested improvements.

• Contracted to manage the audit of Tongaat Hulett Limited (Developments).
• Managed various stakeholders including subject experts, technical, valuation and forensics specialists.
• Instrumental in developing various technical accounting papers.
• Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with financial goals.

• Assistant manager on US listed - PCAOB experience.
• Communicated with off-shore firms to meet client expectations.
• Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and firm expectations.
• Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various tasks.
• Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.