Nothando Vilakazi
Senior Audit Associate
Nelspruit
Summary
Senior audit professional with comprehensive background in auditing and assurance services. Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough audits, identify discrepancies, and recommend effective solutions. Utilized analytical and problem-solving skills to enhance financial accuracy and compliance.
Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring adaptability to changing needs. Proficient in audit, internal controls, and regulatory standards, with ability to deliver accurate and timely reports. Trusted for reliability and effective communication skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Audit Associate
PwC
01.2025 - Current
- Perform general audit functions according to PwC methodologies including testing of bank and investment confirmations, payroll, PPE, accounts payable, accounts receivables, operating expenses, cost of sales, retirement fund contributions and withdrawals, and revenue testing.
- Perform first level review on junior associates audit documentation and supervise them.
- Perform detailed risk assessments and identify internal control weaknesses.
- Validate and analyse data for accuracy and relevance. Communicate any discrepancies identified to the manager and have them investigated.
- Prepare and provide evidence-based audit feedback in a timely and constructive manner to managers.
- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
Audit Associate 1 & 2
PwC
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Promoted to Audit Associate 2 in 2023 for strong technical performance.
- Conducted audits for clients in different industries including mining, FMCG, construction, retail, government, and many others.
- Analyzed financial statements and applied IFRS, ISA, and Companies Act principles.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management -
MANCOSA
05.2026
Certificate in Accounting -
Siyaya Skills Institute
11.2021
BCom Accounting -
Nelson Mandela University
04.2021
Certificate in Management & Leadership -
Foundation for Professional Development
11.2020
Skills
External Audit
Risk Assessment
Compliance Monitoring
Internal control evaluation and testing
Professional skepticism
Financial Statement Analysis
Ethics and integrity
Attention to detail
Data Analysis
Creative problem solving
COSO framework and ISO 31000
Substantive testing
Certification
Cybersecurity Audit and Assessment Fundamentals for GRC Analysts – LinkedIn Learning
References
- Ntsaphokazi Nyewe, Resource Manager (PwC), 066 266 1063, ntsaphokazi.nyewe@pwc.com
- Shailen Padayachee, Resource Manager (PwC), 072 946 3918, shailen.padayachee@pwc.com
- Lindile Khathazile, Colleague (PwC), 083 344 6837, lindile.khathazile@pwc.com
Vehicle
Own vehicle
Personal Information
Driving License: Code 8 Driver’s License
Timeline
Senior Audit Associate
PwC
01.2025 - Current
Audit Associate 1 & 2
PwC
01.2022 - 12.2024
Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management -
MANCOSA
Certificate in Accounting -
Siyaya Skills Institute
BCom Accounting -
Nelson Mandela University
Certificate in Management & Leadership -
Foundation for Professional Development