Sesethu Skota
SAICA Trainee Accountant
East London
Summary
An organised and dependable finance professional with extensive experience in financial reporting, accounting, auditing, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently delivering accurate, high-quality work within demanding deadlines. Experienced in preparing and reviewing Annual Financial Statements (AFS), performing account reconciliations, analysing financial information, and ensuring compliance with applicable reporting frameworks, including GRAP, IFRS, and IFRS for SMEs. Proficient in identifying financial risks, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound financial governance and decision-making. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and continuous professional development, with a strong interest in enhancing financial management, reporting quality, and accountability within both the public and private sectors.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
SAICA Trainee Accountant
OHS Business Advisors and Chartered Accountants
09.2022 - 08.2026
- Supervised and guided junior team members during audit engagements, ensuring quality control and adherence to professional standards.
- Assessed the adequacy and effectiveness of clients’ financial policies, internal controls, and procedures, identifying areas for improvement.
- Scrutinized ledger accounts, journal entries, and supporting documentation, ensuring financial accuracy and consistency with underlying transactional records.
- Prepared Annual Financial Statements (AFS) in accordance with applicable financial reporting frameworks using CaseWare and Draftworx.
- Collected, analysed, and interpreted financial data to ensure reporting compliance with applicable standards, including GRAP,IFRS and IFRS for SMEs where relevant.
- Liaised with internal and external auditors, including collaboration with the Auditor-General of South Africa, during public sector and municipal audit engagements.
- Compiled audit reports, drafted audit findings, and provided management recommendations to support governance, risk management, and stakeholder reporting requirements.
- Ensured compliance with PFMA and MFMA requirements during public sector and municipal audits (including Department of Health, Department of Community Safety, Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, and Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality).
- Prepared balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules for all material balances and classes of transactions to support AFS and Independent Reviews.
- Conducted Independent Reviews in accordance with applicable professional standards and evaluated audit procedures to formulate appropriate audit conclusions.
- Compiled and submitted tax returns in compliance with regulatory requirements, providing comprehensive accounting and financial support services to clients.
SAICA Trainee Accountant
Kuyasa Registered Auditors
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Preparing financial statements and performing accounting support functions.
- Performing public audits in compliance with CET, in collaboration with the Auditor-General of South Africa (King Hintsa TVET College).
- Performed municipal audits in compliance with the MFMA in collaboration with the Auditor-General of South Africa.
Finance intern
ELECTROLUX SOUTH AFRICA (PTY)LTD
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Assisting in the accurate processing and preparation of financial returns in compliance with applicable standards.
- Reviewing ledger entries and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper classification of transactions.
- Assisting in the preparation of financial statements for external reporting purposes.
- Gathering and analysing financial data to support effective reporting in compliance with IFRS and applicable accounting guidelines.
- Coordinating with internal and external auditors and providing required documentation and explanations.
- Ensuring compliance with the financial reporting framework and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Assisting in the preparation of tax computations, including basic tax calculations and reconciliations.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Science
University of South Africa
Online03-2022
National Diploma - Internal Auditing
Walter Sisulu University
East London11-2019
National Higher Certificate - Accountancy
Walter Sisulu University
East London11-2018
Matric - undefined
St Jude Private School
Mthatha11-2015
Skills
Caseware
Draftworx
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft word
Timeline
SAICA Trainee Accountant
OHS Business Advisors and Chartered Accountants
09.2022 - 08.2026
SAICA Trainee Accountant
Kuyasa Registered Auditors
08.2021 - 08.2022
Finance intern
ELECTROLUX SOUTH AFRICA (PTY)LTD
12.2019 - 11.2020
Matric - undefined
St Jude Private School
National Higher Certificate - Accountancy
Walter Sisulu University
National Diploma - Internal Auditing
Walter Sisulu University
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Science
University of South Africa