Shanim Katha
Chartered Accountant
johannesburg
Summary
Experienced astute leader(+ 8 years) with a data-driven and technology-focused approach. Communicates clearly with stakeholders and builds consensus around well-founded models. Talented in writing applications and reformulating models. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Encouraging leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
31
31
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Manager Data Analytics
Forvis Mazars
Johannesburg
04.2024 - Current
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and business.
- Implement and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
Data Analytics Lead
Deloitte
Johannesburg
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Leveraged text, charts and graphs to communicate findings in an understandable format.
- Used business objects, business intelligence and other reporting tools to extract data from data solutions and data warehouses.
- Analyzed large amounts of data to identify trends and find patterns, signals and hidden stories within data.
- Developed and implemented data collection systems and other strategies to optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.
Senior Audit Manager
BDO
Johannesburg
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Recommended changes to management regarding financial operations.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
Audit Manger
Audit Financial Services
Johannesburg
01.2017 - 09.2021
- Facilitated internal audits and prepared detailed reports on findings.
- Improved client relations by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
- Provided valuable insights to senior management on potential business risks identified during audits.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
- Conducted regular training sessions for audit staff, increasing their knowledge and skillset in the field.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
- Mentored junior auditors, aiding in their professional development and fostering a positive work environment.
Audit Clerk
KPMG South Africa
Johannesburg
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Reviewed figures, postings and paperwork for accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
- Received daily reports and supporting documentation for routine audits and promptly reported any discrepancies for further review.
- Created daily operating report highlighting total and area-specific revenue.
- Collected daily cashier envelopes for review as part of comprehensive daily auditing routine.
- Collaborated with team members to complete audits efficiently and maintain client satisfaction.
- Performed reconciliations of account balances to ensure accurate reporting in the company''s financial statements.
- Assisted in preparing comprehensive reports outlining audit findings, recommendations, and required follow-up actions for management review.
Education
Certified Health Coach - Mental Health And Wellbeing
Institute For Integrative Nutrition School
04.2001 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Johannesburg
04.2001 - 12.2013
Skills
Risk Management
Client Consultations
Strategic Partnerships
Pipeline Development
Regulatory Compliance
Market Analysis
Team Collaboration
Data Mining
Coaching and Mentoring
Financial Arrangement Negotiation
Creative Thinking
Strategy Implementation
Timeline
Senior Manager Data Analytics
Forvis Mazars
04.2024 - Current
Data Analytics Lead
Deloitte
04.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Audit Manager
BDO
09.2021 - 04.2022
Audit Manger
Audit Financial Services
01.2017 - 09.2021
Audit Clerk
KPMG South Africa
01.2014 - 12.2016
Certified Health Coach - Mental Health And Wellbeing
Institute For Integrative Nutrition School
04.2001 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Johannesburg
04.2001 - 12.2013
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