OSCAR DIURA
FINANCIAL ANALYST
Cape Town
Summary
A versatile finance professional with a comprehensive career spanning internal auditing, equities analysis, financial control, and academic tutoring in finance and quantitative subjects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor
SMME Expert
07.2020 - Current
- Manage the full audit cycle, including risk and control management, to ensure operational efficiency, financial reliability, and regulatory compliance.
- Identify control weaknesses and provide strategic recommendations to management, resulting in enhanced risk mitigation and cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare and present detailed audit findings to the Audit Committee and senior management, driving improvements in the internal control environment.
- Conduct follow-up audits to ensure management actions are implemented effectively, ensuring sustained compliance and process integrity.
University Private Tutor
Self Employed
06.2013 - 06.2020
- Provided expert one-on-one tutoring to university students in Accounting, Economics, Investments, Quantitative Mathematics, and Statistics.
- Developed customized lesson plans and practice materials to clarify complex theories and improve problem-solving abilities.
- Guided students through financial modeling, statistical analysis, and investment valuation techniques, leading to significant academic improvement.
- Achieved a 100% satisfaction rate, with all tutees reporting grade improvements, including multiple students elevating their scores to a Distinction level.
Financial Analyst
Tetrad Investment Bank
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Conducted fundamental equity research and financial modeling for a coverage universe of 20+ companies in the Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT) sector.
- Built and maintained detailed three-statement financial models, DCF valuations, and comparable company analyses to establish price targets and investment theses.
- Authored in-depth initiation reports and quarterly updates, delivering actionable Buy/Sell recommendations to portfolio managers and institutional clients.
- Monitored real-time market data, earnings calls, and industry trends to provide timely updates and adjust recommendations based on new information.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Finance
National University of Science and Technology
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe01.2012
Skills
Cross-Functional Communication
References
- Yaseen, Omar, CA(SA), yaseen.omar@smmexpert.co.za, SMME Expert pvt Ltd
- Ruper, Buttler, rupertbuttler@gmail.com, +27825654047, Former UNISA student
- Charles, Mandaza, charles@leopardgroup.co.za, +27783437396, Leopard Group
- Asmeralda, Chivore, asmeralda.chivore@nust.ac.zw, +263773278594, National University of Science and Technology
- Leonard, Suwetara, leonard@ajaratrucking.com, +263774639027, Tetrad Investment Bank
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date of Birth: 17 July 1988
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
Timeline
Internal Auditor
SMME Expert
07.2020 - Current
University Private Tutor
Self Employed
06.2013 - 06.2020
Financial Analyst
Tetrad Investment Bank
06.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Finance
National University of Science and Technology