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Siphora Abigail Modise
Audit And Audit Analytics Trainee
Johannesburg
Summary
Audit Intern familiar with accounting and financial principles . Skillful in examining company accounts to determine financial risk sources. Innovative individual with aptitude for mathematics and high level of accuracy. Enthusiastic CA Trainee with excellent data gathering and analysis skills. Offering promising abilities in audit, tax, financial management, accounting (IFRS) and superior work ethic. Delivers keen data analysis and educated in risk evaluation and fraud detection. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deloitte and ToucheJohannesburg
Audit Trainee
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Developed understanding of company audit methodology, approach and tools while working under supervision of licensed auditors.
- Proofread audit and tax reports and year-end financial statements to verify accuracy.
- Reviewed clients' accounting systems and procedures for internal control to assess for compliance and signs of fraud.
- Inspected cash on hand, notes receivable and payable and negotiable securities to confirm accurate records.
- Identified major risk areas and gaps in internal controls, process notes and risk control matrices to plan and perform audit procedures.
- Performed analytical review of audit documents such as financial statement.
- Compiled data and insights derived from Power BI research for risk assessment purposes
- Prepared reports and other documentation to support issued audit opinion
- Analyzed information of payments to vendors against contracts to find overpayments, writing claims to retrieve over payments from clients.
- Assisted in office administration and client communication to help manage auditors' workload.
- Analyzed and verified annual reports and financial statements to assess financial condition and facilitate financial planning.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits..
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Study TrustJohannesburg
Industry Mentor
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
InvestecJohannesburg
Work Readiness Programme
07.2019 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
City Of JohannesburgJohannesburg
Library Assistant
08.2017 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Inducted, informed and supported new users with thorough library orientations.
- Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
- Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
- Compiled and submitted library activity and performance reports for improved insight.
- Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
- Helped patrons locate resources using catalog and circulation systems.
- Offered basic reference assistance to support information needs.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Assisted patrons with library's computers and provided information on logging onto Internet.
- Maintained accurate records and confidentiality of library book and periodical inventory.
- Assisted with mailings and interlibrary loans to facilitate flow of information and resources between libraries.
- Handled receipt processing for book, audio-visual and computer software inventories.
- Checked out and checked in materials to support patron circulation needs.
- Conducted library tours and orientations, familiarizing patrons with library's resources and services.
- Utilized computer databases to locate library materials.
- Organized circulation desk with over 100 books and periodicals to be checked out.
- Created welcoming and comfortable space by keeping library clean and organized.
- Provided basic computer assistance to help patrons access needed resources.
EYJohannesburg
Business Experience Programme
06.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
StuttafordsSandton
Sales Consultant
12.2016 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
Education
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIAPretoria, South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce from Accounting
01.2017 - 12.2019
University Overview
- Member of Golden key International Honour Society
- Received study trust (Inestec).
- Professional development completed in study trust (investec).
- Awarded Golden key.
- Member of Golden Key
University of Pretoria Pretoria
Postgraduate Diploma from Accounting
01.2020 - 12.2020
SAICA
Intial Test of Competence from Accounting
04.2021 - 04.2021
SAICA
Assessment of Professional Competence from Accounting
12.2022 - 12.2022
Skills
Accounting principles
Tax accounting specialization
Data analysis
Budget Analysis
Cash Flow analysis
Financial records review
Financial Management
Account reconciliation specialist
Forecasting
Risk mitigation strategies
Written and oral communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Time management
Network development
Lead prospecting
Problem solving strength
Student counseling
Skill Development
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Software
Power BI
MS Excel
Timeline
SAICA
Assessment of Professional Competence from Accounting
12.2022 - 12.2022
Industry Mentor
Study Trust
04.2022 - Current
SAICA
Intial Test of Competence from Accounting
04.2021 - 04.2021
Audit Trainee
Deloitte and Touche
02.2021 - Current
University of Pretoria
Postgraduate Diploma from Accounting
01.2020 - 12.2020
Work Readiness Programme
Investec
07.2019 - 08.2020
Business Experience Programme
EY
06.2018 - 06.2018
Library Assistant
City Of Johannesburg
08.2017 - 08.2018
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA
Bachelor of Commerce from Accounting
01.2017 - 12.2019
Sales Consultant
Stuttafords
12.2016 - 01.2017