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Megan Govender

Chartered Accountant
Pretoria

Summary

With a robust background at Auditor-General South Africa, I excel in operational auditing and team management. I am passionate about the development of young professionals. My expertise includes enhancing audit efficiency, fostering ethical standards, and mentoring staff to achieve excellence. Skilled in risk assessment and project management, I deliver impactful insights and foster strong, collaborative teams. I have a technical knowledge of the PFMA, GRAP and IFRS.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Assistant Audit Manager

Auditor-General South Africa
04.2022 - Current

In my current role as assistant audit manager, I have assisted in the management of multiple audits in the public sector. I have

  • Assisted in the effective management of audits, ensuring timely completion without compromising quality or attention to detail.
  • Assisted in the development of young professionals by providing on the job training and support.
  • Assisted young professionals in ensuring that relevant and adequate competencies are prioritized as required by SAICA.
  • Performed as a SAICA assessor and evaluator on the SAICA EAT system and LTS.
  • Assisted in the development of annual audit plans, prioritizing high-risk areas and focusing resources accordingly.
  • Increased accuracy in audit reporting by reviewing working papers and ensuring adherence to professional standards.
  • Optimized resource allocation for audits by using data-driven analysis to prioritize tasks based on risk levels.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for clients to ensure financial accountibility and compliance with regulations.
  • Promoted a strong ethical environment within the organization by modeling appropriate behavior
  • Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing new audit procedures and streamlining existing processes.
  • Provided valuable insights to management by analyzing financial statements and identifying trends or anomalies.
  • Assisted in the drafting and delivery of clear, concise management and audit reports that communicated findings effectively to both internal stakeholders and external clients.




Audit Senior

Auditor-General South Africa
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • 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 walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
  • Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing risk-based audit approaches.

Trainee Auditor

Auditor-General South Africa
02.2018 - 02.2021
  • Participated in team meetings where constructive feedback was shared for the purpose of improving individual performance on future engagements.
  • Performed detailed testing procedures to validate financial data accuracy, contributing to reliable financial reports.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interaction with clients and team members throughout each audit engagement.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for clients'' operations and provided recommendations for improved risk management strategies.
  • Collaborated with team members to deliver high-quality audit services, fostering strong working relationships.
  • Assisted with the preparation of clear and concise audit documentation supporting findings and conclusions reached during audits.
  • Improved personal time management skills by balancing competing priorities across multiple projects simultaneously.

Taxation and Auditing Tutor

Rhodes University
02.2016 - 12.2016
  • Addressed varying student learning needs by employing diverse teaching methods, such as group activities, one-on-one instruction, and multimedia presentations.
  • Collaborated with fellow tutors to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive and effective tutoring program.
  • Facilitated critical thinking development among students by incorporating problem-solving activities into lesson plans that required analytical reasoning abilities.
  • Maintained meticulous records of student progress and attendance, ensuring accurate reporting and timely intervention when necessary.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy -

Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Technical knowledge PFMA, GRAP and IFRS

Ethical standards

Preparing and monitoring budgets

Financial statement review

Audit management

Audit facilitation

Team Management

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking Abilities

Time management abilities

Excel proficiency

Microsoft office proficiency

Data Snipper proficiency

Project Management

Fraud Detection

Risk Assessment

Data Interpretation

Affiliations

SAICA

Certification

Initial Test of competence

Timeline

Registered SAICA assessor

06-2022

Assistant Audit Manager

Auditor-General South Africa
04.2022 - Current

Assessment of Professional Comptence

12-2021

Audit Senior

Auditor-General South Africa
03.2021 - 03.2022

Initial Test of competence

06-2018

Trainee Auditor

Auditor-General South Africa
02.2018 - 02.2021

Taxation and Auditing Tutor

Rhodes University
02.2016 - 12.2016

Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy -

Rhodes University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Rhodes University
04.2001 -
Megan GovenderChartered Accountant