Nokulunga Khuzwayo
Summary
Driven and analytical with passion for accuracy and detail. Possesses foundational understanding of financial principles and proficiency in data analysis and Microsoft Excel. Capable of delivering thorough audit support to enhance organizational compliance and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Trainee
Auditor General of South Africa
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Communicated with clients to identify audit requirements, gather data and coordinate details
- Evaluated auditees processes, making recommendations for change based on system flaws, inefficiencies and costs
- Assisted with planning, execution and finalization of 8+ audit assignments annually
- Analyzed client financial statements with meticulous attention to detail
- Ensured advanced knowledge of company's industry by conducting extensive research and collating background information
- Analyzed spreadsheet data to uncover and address discrepancies and duplicate data
- Enhanced understanding of auditing best practices, processes and techniques by attending regular training and workshops
- Analyzed accounts, reconciling financial reports and records to verify accuracy
- Closely shadowed senior auditors to gain understanding of best practices, skills and auditing techniques
- Developed and prepared audit documentation, drafting reports and financial statements for management review
- Assisted with coaching of junior staff members to explain auditing concepts
- Performed reviews of junior staff member's work, to enhance their development, productivity and to enhance my leadership and mentoring skills
- Took charge of organizing team building activities
- Effectively carried out duties to plan teams official business trips
- Participated in implementation of new audit strategies to enhance audit services, products and delivery method
- Documented audit procedures and findings in clear, concise reports for review by senior management and clients
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changing financial regulations and accounting standards to guide audit practices
- Analyzed financial data to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
- Drafted sections of the final audit report, highlighting key findings and suggesting actionable improvements
Academic Tutor
University of Zululand
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Analysed student progress and prepared feedback to improve test results
- Assisted students of all skill levels in core modules, including Financial Reporting and Cost and Management Accounting and Taxation
- Supported students to reach curriculum goals with tailored tutoring style
- Used pre-determined resources to deliver tutoring as outlined in the university policies
- Issued detailed course outline information before commencement to inform students about topics of study
- Employed listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress
- Gave early intervention support to students beginning to struggle with materials
- Enforced appropriate behaviour when delivering sessions to minimise distractions
- Modelled respect for students' diverse culture, language skills and experiences to create welcoming environment
- Proffered direct assistance in use of equipment, learning objects and materials needed for student success
- Utilised technology in tutoring sessions to diversify and enhance learning
- Offered subject specialist information, advice and support to students as part of teaching duties
- Created lessons to lay out foundational theories and concepts and ready students for advanced topics
- Encouraged students to persevere with difficult tasks to prepare for later learning
- Used established assessment criteria to evaluate student skills and knowledge gaps
- Directed students in completing assignments and projects related to module material
- Logged student grades, attendance and participation in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning
- Employed mix of advice, criticism and encouragement to help students learn and grow
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting
University of Capetown
12.2021
Bachelor - Accounting
University of Zululand
12.2019
National Senior Certificate - Maths and Science
Kadwa Secondary School
12.2015
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Sage
- Spreadsheet analysis
- Customer service and support
- Customer engagement
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Written and oral communication
- Organized
- Reporting and auditing
- Coaching
Certification
- SAICA Initial Test of Competence(ITC)
- SAICA Assessment of Professional Competence(APC)
Affiliations
Trainee of the South Africa Institute of Chartered Accountants
Leadership Experience
- Served on the Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa (ABASA) as the KwaZulu Natal Provincial Representative, Recruitment Officer, and President of the University of Zululand ABASA Student Chapter.
- Kitchen Representative for my kitchen at the Obz Square residence at the University of Cape Town, ensuring adherence to kitchen rules.
Timeline
Audit Trainee
Auditor General of South Africa
01.2022 - 12.2024
Academic Tutor
University of Zululand
03.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor - Accounting
University of Zululand
National Senior Certificate - Maths and Science
Kadwa Secondary School
- SAICA Initial Test of Competence(ITC)
- SAICA Assessment of Professional Competence(APC)
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting
University of Capetown
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