Ryan Perkins
Summary
Currently a student enrolled at Stellenbosch University, studying BAcc. Trying to take part in many things, gain a lot of experience, and learn; here to make friends and form bonds. Strong believer in finding a good balance between work, learning, socialising, and self-growth. I am an extremely motivated and hard-working student of Chartered Accountancy. The focus of my course is accounting principles and financial analytical skills.
I have always thrown myself into my studies with complete dedication. And i have always displayed a strong desire to problem-solve on every level.
My academic journey also includes active involvement and engagement in varsity projects.
I am so keen to contribute and further expand my knowledge base through a dynamic business working environment. I truly believe that it is in this practical working environment that i will gain the most necessary leadership & teamwork experience to prepare me for my future professional career. Analytical accounting student with training in IFRS, auditing principles and financial analysis. Handles data interpretation, Excel tasks and deadline-driven work with care and accuracy, bringing strong problem-solving and a clear focus on reliable support for accounting and audit teams.
Education
Chartered Accountancy (SAICA accredited stream) - Bachelor of Accounting
Current Status: Second-year student
Academic Performance: Achieved a 71.36% overall average in First Year (2025).
Career Plan: Progressing to PGDA (2028); available for SAICA Articles from Jan 2029
Key Modules: Financial Accounting 278, Management Accounting 278, Auditing 288, Taxation 298
National Senior Certificate (IEB) - Academic Curriculum
- Academic Achievement: Achieved an 81.57% overall matric average with Full Academic Colours (2023, 2024)
- The top 20 academics in the school and qualified for the Curro Matric Gala Awards
- Key Subject Marks: Mathematics: 86% | Accounting: 84% | Physical Sciences: 82% | Life Orientation: 92%
- Leadership: School Prefect (2023, 2024) | Mentor (2024) | Cheerleading Head (2024) | and was awarded Full Leadership Colours (2024)
- Extracurricular Activities: First Team Hockey | First Team Chess (2023, 2024), Represented the Western Cape Provincial Chess Team (2018, 2019)
Skills
LEADERSHIP & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- Eendrag Men’s Residence | Stellenbosch University (Feb 2025- Present)
Actively engaged in Residence culture and Activities.
Play for the first team in the Residence hockey men's league,
Member of Eendrag a cappella.
Wanting to contribute in any way possible
- Maties Hockey Club | Stellenbosch University (Feb 2025- Present)
Developed time management, team cohesion, and resilience by balancing rigorous university sports commitments with the BAcc degree.