Siyabonga Ngema

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of the monthly performance, forecast and annual budget reporting to the executive committee and board of directors.
• Assisting in preparation for the reporting of interim and year-end financial results, including compilation of the financial sections of the integrated report.
• Various Group wide accounting projects relating to management reporting, Group policies, technical advice, statutory entity restructuring and other accounting related initiatives from the Group Financial Manager and CFO.
• Development, enhancement and continuous improvement of the consolidation process, software and reporting requirements for Group and business needs.
• Providing strategic insights on financial performance through detailed variance analysis and forecasting.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Ad-hoc reporting and analysis to meet the requirements of senior management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining procedures and implementing a risk-based approach, ensuring a more focused and effective audit process.
• Reduced instances of non-compliance by conducting thorough assessments, identifying control weaknesses, and providing practical, effectives solutions to mitigate risks.
• Built stakeholder trust by preparing detailed audit reports with critical insights, offering valuable recommendations to drive operational improvements.
• Managed multiple concurrent audits while maintaining high professional standards, meeting deadlines, and ensuring audit objectives were achieved.
• Performed techinical and analytical reviews of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper qualification of deductions.
• Provided training and mentorship to junior audit staff, fostering skill development and knowledge-sharing within the team.
• Engaged in continuous professional development, staying updated on audit methodologies, IFRS updates, and regulatory changes to enhance audit quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Led comprehensive financial statement audits, ensuring adherence to GAAP, PCAOB, IFRS, SOX, and relevant regulations.
• Identified key risk areas and gaps in internal controls, process documentation, and risk control matrices to optimize audit procedures.
• Enhanced audit efficiency by leveraging technology, including Excel, data analysis tools, and APT audit applications.
• Prepared detailed working papers, reports, and supporting documentation to substantiate audit findings.
• Supported senior auditors in the development of engagement strategies aligned with clients' risk profiles and business goals.
• Applied industry best practices to evaluate and improve existing internal control systems during audits.
• Conducted thorough account assessments to evaluate business stability, profitability, and overall viability.
• Reviewed client documentation, including invoices, bank statements, and contracts, to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Managed and completed audit tasks within tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and detail.
• Inspected cash, receivables, payables, and negotiable securities to confirm the accuracy of financial records.
• Delivered clear and concise audit findings to clients and senior management during exit meetings.
• Conducted in-depth testing of account balances, transactions, and disclosures to ensure financial record accuracy and completeness.
• Reviewed tax returns, performing technical and analytical checks for accuracy and qualifying deductions.
• Analyzed the financial impact of investment decisions using the Net Present Value (NPV) capital budgeting technique.
• Performed detailed reconciliations of financial data, including bank, accounts payable, VAT, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Participated in clients' physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate alignment with general ledger records.
• Contributed to the identification of potential risks and recommended improvements in internal control systems.
• Assisted in preparing comprehensive audit reports, detailing procedures, findings, and corrective actions for client implementation.
• Collaborated with clients’ personnel and senior audit team members to resolve complex accounting issues during audits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developed comprehensive project plans detailing scopes, timelines, deliverables, and key milestones to ensure successful project execution.
• Provided in-depth analysis on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) processes, including inception, feasibility studies, and procurement phases, to government departments, municipalities, and public entities.
• Maintained accurate and organized project documentation, facilitating efficient audits and supporting future project planning.
• Proactively monitored project progress and addressed potential issues to ensure high-quality project outcomes.
• Collaborated with key stakeholders to define clear project goals and ensured consistent alignment with expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms, optimizing resource procurement for each project’s success.
• Delivered frequent progress reports and presentations to management, keeping stakeholders informed on ongoing activities.
• Managed project timelines, adjusting workflows to keep projects on track and ensure timely delivery.
• Liaised with various departments to maintain clear communication and keep all relevant parties updated on project developments.
• Performed administrative duties, including compiling service delivery improvement plans, annual performance plans, budget preparation, and managing medium-term expenditure frameworks.