Sonwabile Mpunyuka
Bramley,South Africa
Summary
Accomplished CA(SA) Trainee Accountant (audit and data analytics) at Deloitte, with expertise in financial statement audit (ISA), financial reporting standards (IFRS), regulatory compliance, particularly with the South African Reserve Bank's Prudential Authority regulatory requirements and data analytics. Demonstrates strong proficiency in data analytics using advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, ACL, and Spotlight to support fact-based decision making through comprehensive analysis of historical and forecasted data. Known for solutions-driven problem solving and critical thinking abilities, with a proven track record in applying critical thinking and data analytics skills in developing and implementing effective solutions and fact based conclusions. Possesses excellent project management and time management skills, alongside adaptability to team dynamics and technological advancements. Has accumulated strong competencies from working on a portfolio of complex clients including RMB Global Markets, Nedbank Lesotho, Discovery, PSG Wealth and Life Healthcare Hospitals. Committed to leveraging these competencies towards achieving organizational goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
CA(SA) Trainee Accountant (Audit)
Deloitte
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Analyzed financial statement account balances and classes of transactions to identify trends and risk factor.
- Prepared audit plans, perform audit procedures and review financial statements ensuring compliance with applicable laws and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
- Performed tests of controls - Design and implementation of controls as well as operating effectiveness of controls.
- Compiled insightful reports with detailed financial analysis.
- Drafted audit reports and documented audit findings to be communicated with management.
- Applied advanced excel and data analytics skills in order to drive efficiencies, bringing about a reduction of audit costs and time of completion of field work.
- Performed Agreed Upon Procedures in order to assist clients with its compliance with regulations. This included section 50 transfer of the insurance act, the SARB Quarterly Asset Allocation Reports as well as the prudential authorities Solo Quantitative Reporting Template (QRT) SAM (Solvency Assessment and Management) submission.
- Provided guidance to junior team members.
- Engaged with internal management and the client.
- Contributed to timely completion of financial audits by compiling necessary documentation and providing accurate information.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency, and expanding technical skill set.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to audits to gain knowledge.
- Adhered to strict deadlines.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Accounting Science
University of South Africa
01.2022 - 12.2022
Batchelor Of Accounting Science - Accounting Science
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 01.2018 - 12.2020
Skills
- Financial statement audit proficiency
- Fact based decision making - Application of data analytics skills in order to arrive to conclusions (analysis of historic and forecasted data)
- Solutions driven (problem solving) - developing and implementing solutions
- Financial Reporting Standards proficiency (IFRS)
- Regulatory compliance proficiency (South African Reserve Banks' Prudential Authority provision)
- South African Income Tax
- Data analytics - Application of advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerBI , ACL and Spotlight
- Critical thinking - Strong scenario analysis skills
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility - Flexible with team changes, software changes and changes in approach based on current developments
Certification
- SAICA Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), 03/2025
- SAICA Initial Test of Competence (ITC), 03/2023
- Member of the Golden Key Society, 12/2019
- University of the Witwatersrand School of Accountancy Dean's List (top 10%), 12/2018
Affiliations
- Crypto currencies
- Current global geopolitical and business trends
Languages
English
Fluent
Isixhosa
Native
Isizulu
Advanced
Sesotho
Advanced
Afrikaans
Intermediate
Software and Applications
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- PowerBI
- ACL
- Spotlight
References
Kemesha Naidoo
Role - Senior Manager (Deloitte)
Email - kemnaidoo@deloitte.co.za
Phone Number: +27724558094
Sherice Sinanin
Role - Manager (Deloitte)
Email - shesinanin@deloitte.co.za
Phone Number - +27836928089
Timeline
CA(SA) Trainee Accountant (Audit)
Deloitte
01.2023 - 12.2025
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Accounting Science
University of South Africa
01.2022 - 12.2022
Batchelor Of Accounting Science - Accounting Science
University of The Witwatersrand
01.2018 - 12.2020
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