Pontsho Makena
Senior Accountant
Johannesburg
Summary
Finance professional and aspiring Senior Reporting Analyst with over three years of experience at KPMG South Africa, specializing in audit engagements for mining, oil & gas, consumer goods, and chemicals sectors. Demonstrated strengths in IFRS reporting, financial performance analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled at translating operational data into actionable financial insights. Currently completing both a Data Analytics course and the FMVA (Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst) certification with CFI to enhance analytical, valuation, and scenario modelling capabilities. Eligible for SAICA registration by the end of June 2025. Seeking to contribute to a purpose-driven organization like De Beers by delivering impactful business planning, performance reporting, and valuation analysis.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Accountant
KPMG South Africa
10.2023 - Current
- Led audit teams on complex engagements for clients in the mining and manufacturing sectors.
- Reviewed IFRS-compliant financial statements, working capital assessments, and financial governance frameworks.
- Prepared and analyzed key financial data used in management and board reporting.
- Coordinated with client operational and finance teams to resolve performance-related anomalies.
- Conducted reviews of tax calculations, valuations (DCF, NAV), and scenario analysis for investment decisions.
- Ensured alignment between accounting outcomes and commercial activities.
- Supported internal audit and governance documentation efforts.
Senior Trainee Accountant
KPMG South Africa
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Delivered audit execution, process walkthroughs, and risk assessments for high-volume clients.
- Performed deep-dive testing on income, cost of sales, cash flow, PPE, and receivables.
- Worked directly with client management to evaluate controls and performance metrics.
- Documented audit findings and collaborated on performance improvement recommendations.
- Gained exposure to ERP systems such as SAP through audit work.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting Science
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Accounting - undefined
University of Johannesburg
Skills
- IFRS Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- Performance Reporting
- Business Planning
- Valuation Models
- Scenario Analysis
- DCF
- NPV
- Monthly Board Pack Preparation
- Quarterly Board Pack Preparation
- SAP
- ERP Exposure
- Data Analytics
Certification
Eligible for SAICA Registration, 2025
Driving Licence - Type
Code 8 Driving Licence
Timeline
Senior Accountant
KPMG South Africa
10.2023 - Current
Senior Trainee Accountant
KPMG South Africa
01.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Accounting - undefined
University of Johannesburg
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting Science
University of Johannesburg
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