I am qualified CA(SA) with over 8 years' experience in the accounting, finance, risk, compliance and auditing. Experience has taught me to be dynamic, innovative and forward thinking. I am Instrumental in managing projects within tight deadlines and ensuring that project completed within budget constraint. I have also provided oversight, guidance, and direction to the team on how best to achieve stipulated project outcomes. collaborate cross-functionally to drive financial performance and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist - Risk Audit and Finance CONTROLS
Mobile telecommunication corporation (MTN)
Randburg
06.2023 - Current
Assess cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to ensure operational stability.
Asses internal financial controls, recommend solutions where deficit is identified.
Perform business risk evaluation and develop mitigation measures, in conjunction with the risk and various stakeholders.
Identify potential issues and risks to enable early resolution and course corrections.
Review policies and procedures for accuracy and completeness.
Optimize accounts payroll/receivable/payable and bank processes.
Perform deep-dive root cause assessments to improve financial performance and to address previous years findings.
Collaborate with legal, procurement, business to ensure valid contracts are in place and stored correctly.
Ensure adherence to accounting standards IFRS, tax regulations, and internal controls.
Mitigate financial/operational risks through proactive audits and policy enforcement.
Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel and BI tools.
Expertise in variance analysis, and scenario planning.
Manage the internal and external audit process.
Coordinate internal and external audit process. (Ensure the correct information is submitted for audit and no material finding are raised during the audit process).
Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
CONSULTANT
Chapu Chartered Accountants
Midrand
06.2022 - 10.2022
Lead three clients reporting packs.
Assist entities to comply with applicable laws and regulations including accounting standards.
Lead two clients annual financial statements for errors, duplicates, and accounting framework.
Plan, monitor and co-ordinate the business reporting process for year-end activities.
Assist with the preparation for annual financial statement before submission to the auditors.
Present the reports to the audit committee and respond to all the queries raised.
Demonstrate and apply Knowledge of Tax and legislative for various clients.
Use of advanced Excel Skills to analyze data.
Assistant Manager
auditor general of south africa (agsa)
Pretoria
02.2020 - 05.2022
Report on actual performance of the company and relevant ratios.
Evaluate performance management methodology, process and protocols.
Asses the finance systems, changes to system that may result to data accuracy, reliability, and overall system efficacy.
Develop and report on actual operating expenditure performance against the budget and forecast to ensure monthly budget tracking and reporting.
Review and analyze the annual financial statements (Statement of financial Position, Cash Flow Statement, for financial viability and going concern).
Review and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Asses if the payment of service providers were made on time.
Evaluate cost structures, identify savings, and advise on pricing/profitability (cost analysis).
Review the implementation of new accounting standards.
Analyze material costs and variances, providing recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
AUDIT SENIOR
auditor general of south africa (agsa)
02.2019 - 01.2020
Prepare reports for various stakeholders (National Treasury, SALGA).
Review and provide guidance to junior staff members.
Prepare forecast for the project and long-term planning.
Formulate strategy, monthly, quarterly, annual budget and planning activities for the business unit whilst ensuring alignment with overall objective of the entity.
Update forecasts and analyze variances against targets.
Evaluate the standard methodology and valuation techniques for business cases and investment opportunities.
Prepare financial analysis, guidance, and financial support to the business based on the Statement of Financial position/Financial performance.
Asses and review audit file for accuracy& completeness for various entities.
Review of file or Statutory returns to SARS.
SAICA TRAINEE ARTICLE
AUDITOR GENERAL OF SOUTH AFRICA (AGSA)
Pretoria
02.2016 - 01.2019
Perform six client assessments based on assistant manager guidance.
Perform assets verification and raise findings for allocated clients.
Education
Qualified (CA) SA - Accounting
SAICA
Johannesburg
12.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
UNISA
Pretoria
12.2017
Post-Degree Certificate - Accounting
University of Pretoria
Pretoria
12.2014
Skills
Accounting standards
Expert problem solving
Analytical thinking
Financial budgeting
Verbal and written communication
Coaching and training
IFRS expertise
Stakeholder management
Timeline
Specialist - Risk Audit and Finance CONTROLS
Mobile telecommunication corporation (MTN)
06.2023 - Current
CONSULTANT
Chapu Chartered Accountants
06.2022 - 10.2022
Assistant Manager
auditor general of south africa (agsa)
02.2020 - 05.2022
AUDIT SENIOR
auditor general of south africa (agsa)
02.2019 - 01.2020
SAICA TRAINEE ARTICLE
AUDITOR GENERAL OF SOUTH AFRICA (AGSA)
02.2016 - 01.2019
Qualified (CA) SA - Accounting
SAICA
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
UNISA
Post-Degree Certificate - Accounting
University of Pretoria
Activities
Part of the Social Responsibility committee at AGSA.
Published article on my high school life in the 101 Thuthuka stories of inspiration book.
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Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. 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Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.