Naomi Smit
Internal Auditor
Strand
Summary
With over 30 years of combined experience in bookkeeping and internal auditing, I offer a detail-oriented and results-driven approach to finance. Expertise in financial record-keeping, compliance, risk management, and process improvement. Proven track record of implementing internal controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimising financial operations. Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills, committed to accuracy, efficiency, and ethical financial practices.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Internal Auditor/Senior Accountant
Octofin Group (Pty) Ltd
01.2015 - Current
- Managing 20 companies
- Responsible for all accounting duties
- Set-up Sage accounting
- Develop and implement internal controls to mitigate risks and improve financial processes
- Budgeting, and financial planning
- Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and analysis
- Process salaries and wages – Sage Payroll
- PAYE, UIF and VAT
- Stock control
- Conduct independent internal audits at guest houses
Senior Accountant
Contractual
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Analysed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Internal Auditor
TMT Services and Supplies (Pty) Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Conducted in-depth internal audits to access financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency
- Developed and implemented internal controls to mitigate risks and improve financial processes
- Lead fraud detection investigations and ensured adherence to regulatory requirements
- Prepared audit reports with actionable recommendations for management
- Provided training and guidance to employees
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and company policies
- Assisted in budgeting and financial planning
- Supported external audits by providing necessary documentation and analysis
Accountant
TMT Services and Supplies (Pty) Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Set-up Pastel Evolution
- Statutory: VAT, PAYE and UIF, Tax clearance
- Processed salaries and wages
Various Roles
Various
01.1983 - 01.2003
- Managed all accounting duties
- Stock Control
- Transport: Exports to Mosgas, Gasoil to Zambia, Zimbabwe
- Transport: Inland Fruit fish and glass
- Winery: Customs audits
Education
BCompt Internal Auditing - Internal Auditing
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
Skills
Financial Reporting Proficiency
Accounts Reconciliation Skills
Risk Assessment Proficiency
Strategic Financial Planning
Regulatory Compliance Expertise
Risk Mitigation Strategies
Fraud Detection and Investigation Skills
Payroll Processing
ERP Software Proficiency
Team Management
Skilled in Sage Accounting Solutions
Proficient in Pastel Accounting Software
Experienced with QuickBooks Accounting Software
Omni Accounting Proficiency
Proficient in Ezywine
Skilled in SAP Software Management
Experience with BIBC wage policies
Audit & Risk Management Tools: ACL, IDEA, Teammate
Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
Skilled in Word Processing using Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint Proficiency
Certification
Institute of Internal Auditors SA - Member
Timeline
Internal Auditor/Senior Accountant
Octofin Group (Pty) Ltd
01.2015 - Current
Senior Accountant
Contractual
01.2014 - 07.2014
Internal Auditor
TMT Services and Supplies (Pty) Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2014
Accountant
TMT Services and Supplies (Pty) Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2007
BCompt Internal Auditing - Internal Auditing
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
Various Roles
Various
01.1983 - 01.2003