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Khanyisa Gono

Audit Senior Consultant (Eligible to register as a CA(SA)
Bloemfontein

Summary

A results-driven Senior Auditor with over 3 years of experience in financial reporting, auditing, and risk assessment across multiple industries. Proven expertise in managing audit teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing valuable financial insights to improve organizational performance. Skilled in using CaseWare, Xero, Power BI, and Excel for advanced financial analysis.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Audit Senior Consultant

Hall Chadwick
06.2024 - Current
  • Led audit teams in completing complex audit assignments, overseeing the entire audit lifecycle from planning to execution, and reporting.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
  • Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
  • Increased overall reliability of financial statements by performing detailed reviews of account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
  • Conducted walkthrough of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
  • Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive audit plans, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
  • Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment, and enhancing team performance.
  • Evaluated critical business systems and processes, identifying areas of potential risk exposure, and offering recommendations to mitigate those risks.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients, including Field Solutions Group, Cauldron Molecules, and Brookmount Explorations Inc., Cokal Limited, Argent BioPharma, Theta Gold Mines ensuring full compliance with Australian Accounting Standards (AAS).

Audit Contractor

Nexia SAB&T
Bloemfontein
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Engaged in high-pressure, short-term audit projects, swiftly gaining a deep understanding of internal controls and risk management frameworks across public sector organizations.
  • Spearheaded audit engagements for Free State CET College, conducting comprehensive reviews of internal processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and mitigating potential risks.
  • Managed the entire audit lifecycle, from planning and risk assessment to fieldwork and reporting, while effectively communicating audit progress and results to senior management.
  • Worked directly with senior management to align audit objectives with organizational goals, enhancing the transparency and reliability of financial reporting.

Audit Senior

Deloitte
Copenhagen
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Led audit engagements across multiple industries, including Manufacturing, Wholesale, Consulting, and Retail and Logistics, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
  • Assumed responsibility for high-risk audit areas, including revenue recognition, management estimates, and provisions, ensuring that audit objectives were met and critical risks were mitigated.
  • Performed in-depth analysis of group financial statements, identifying discrepancies, recommending adjustments, and improving financial controls for clients.
  • Regularly engaged with client management, providing insights into audit findings, offering solutions to control deficiencies, and suggesting process improvements that resulted in better financial outcomes.
  • Provided on-the-job training to junior auditors, enhancing their technical skills and ensuring they were well-equipped to handle complex audit assignments.
  • Audited a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients, including DHL Freight, DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, and Royal Unibrew and Group M

Audit Senior

Deloitte
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Led audit engagements across multiple industries, including Manufacturing, Wholesale, Consulting, Retail, Logistics, and Contact Centres, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
  • Managed a team of auditors, overseeing the audit process for key clients like Edward Snell and Company, Barrows Group, Jonsson Workwear, Nutun CX (previously Synergy Contact Centre), and Grindrod Intermodal (division of Grindrod South Africa). Execution of audit fieldwork was conducted while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Assumed responsibility for high-risk audit areas, including revenue recognition, management estimates, and provisions, goodwill impairment assessments, ensuring that audit objectives were met and critical risks were mitigated.
  • Performed in-depth analysis of financial statements, identifying discrepancies, recommending adjustments, and improving financial controls for clients.
  • Regularly engaged with client management, providing insights into audit findings, offering solutions to control deficiencies, and suggesting process improvements that resulted in better financial outcomes.
  • Provided on-the-job training to junior auditors, enhancing their technical skills and ensuring they were well-equipped to handle complex audit assignments.
  • Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
  • Evaluated critical business systems and processes, identifying areas of potential risk exposure and offering recommendations to mitigate those risks.
  • Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and accounting standards changes, ensuring that all audit activities adhered to applicable guidelines at all times.
  • Performed data analytics using advanced tools like Excel or PowerBI software which led to better identification of patterns related inconsistencies.

Audit Assistant

Deloitte
Durban
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
  • Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
  • Assessed financial statements and records.
  • Supported senior auditors in the preparation of detailed reports for management, outlining key findings and areas for improvement.
  • Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
  • Supported the completion of high-quality audits with diligent documentation and attention to detail.
  • Conducted efficient audits by utilizing various software tools to analyze financial data quickly and accurately.
  • Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations.
  • Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision makers.
  • Performed extensive assessments of assets, liabilities and equity to verify accuracy in financial reports.
  • Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues.
  • Managed multiple priorities effectively, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks without compromising quality of work.
  • Acted as a trusted resource for junior team members, providing guidance and support to help develop their skills and knowledge within the auditing profession.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring of client activities during the audit process.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to enhance skills and stay current on industry best practices related to auditing techniques and methodologies.
  • Worked audit engagements for industries in education, retail, manufacturing, logistics, mining

Education

Bachelor of Accounting Honors - Accounting

University of The Free State
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa
04.2001 -

National Senior Certificate -

St. Joseph's CBC
Bloemfontein
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Audit Management & Compliance

  • Risk Assessment & Internal Controls

  • Budgeting and Cash Flow Analysis

  • Team Leadership & Client Relationship Management

  • Project Management

  • Financial Software: Xero, Caseware, PowerBI, Excel Analytics

Certification

Initial Test of Competence-SAICA (First time pass)

Timeline

Audit Senior Consultant

Hall Chadwick
06.2024 - Current

Audit Contractor

Nexia SAB&T
05.2024 - 06.2024

Audit Senior

Deloitte
01.2024 - 03.2024

Assessment of Professional Competence- SAICA (First time pass)

02-2023

Audit Senior

Deloitte
01.2023 - 12.2023

Initial Test of Competence-SAICA (First time pass)

07-2021

Audit Assistant

Deloitte
01.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Accounting Honors - Accounting

University of The Free State
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting

University of The Free State
04.2001 -

National Senior Certificate -

St. Joseph's CBC
04.2001 -

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