Sinhle Makaringe
Pretoria,South Africa
Summary
As a qualified audit professional with a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences, an Honours degree in Financial Accounting, IFRS for SMEs and completed SAICA articles, brings extensive experience in leading audits from planning to completion. Skilled in performing risk assessments, setting and applying materiality thresholds, evaluating internal controls, and testing financial statement balances to ensure accuracy and reliability. Experienced in supervising audit teams, reviewing audit workpapers, resolving complex audit queries, and identifying key findings that inform management decisions. Known for professional skepticism, strong analytical skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality, value-adding internal audit tools within tight deadlines. Committed to driving audit excellence and providing actionable insights that enhance financial integrity and stakeholder confidence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Trainee Accountant
BDO South Africa Inc
Pretoria
2023.02 - 2026.01
- Performed audit planning, execution, and finalisation procedures for engagements across clients of varying sizes.
- Conducted risk assessments, analytical reviews, and substantive testing in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
- Analysed general ledgers (GL) and trial balances (TB) to identify discrepancies, unusual variances, and potential misstatements.
- Prepared and reviewed audit working papers and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.
- Performed bank reconciliations, creditor reconciliations, and other balance sheet reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial records.
- Investigated variances and resolved reconciling items through discussions with clients and review of supporting documentation.
- Liaised with clients, audit managers, and partners to address audit queries and ensure timely completion of engagements.
- Performed audit work for public sector and not-for-profit entities, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Student Marker
North-West University-Vaal Campus
VanderbijlPark
2020.03 - 2020.10
- Marked and graded assessments for second year accounting students, ensuring accuracy and adherence to academic standards
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting Science
University of South Africa
Pretoria 2023.02 - 2023.11
Honors - Financial Accountancy
North-West University-Vaal Campus
VanderbijlPark 2020.02 - 2020.11
Bachelor’s degree - Chartered Accountancy
North-West University-Vaal Campus
VanderbijlPark 2016.02 - 2019.11
Skills
- MS Excel (Advanced)
- CaseWare-IDEA
- Professional scepticism
- Analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Written and verbal communication
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Positive attitude
- GRAP
- Teammate
- BDO Advantage
- IFRS Accounting Standards and IFRS for SMEs
- Taxation
- ISAs and Auditing tools
Industry Exposure
- Experience in various industries
- Construction and Civil engineering
- Financial Services and Telecommunications
- Public Sector
- Hospitality & Leisure – Hotels and timeshare businesses
- Logistics
- Not for Profits Organizations
- Manufacturing
Timeline
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting Science
University of South Africa
2023.02 - 2023.11
Senior Trainee Accountant
BDO South Africa Inc
2023.02 - 2026.01
Student Marker
North-West University-Vaal Campus
2020.03 - 2020.10
Honors - Financial Accountancy
North-West University-Vaal Campus
2020.02 - 2020.11
Bachelor’s degree - Chartered Accountancy
North-West University-Vaal Campus
2016.02 - 2019.11