Thobelani Nyawo

• Assessed internal controls across Pepkor group entities to identify process gaps and compliance risks.
• Performed audit testing and documented working papers for review.
• Reviewed transaction accuracy against policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to confirm compliance.
• Compiled clear audit findings and assisted report drafting efforts.

Audit Planning & Execution: Led end-to-end audit engagements, including materiality assessments, risk-based strategies, process walkthroughs, and rigorous substantive/control testing.

Regulatory Compliance: Audited complex entities under IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, GRAP, GAAP, and PFMA/MFMA, including donor-funded projects (USAID & CDC) using NASBA-accredited compliance standards.

Financial Reporting & AFS: Prepared and reviewed Annual Financial Statements (AFS), cash flow statements, tax computations, management letters, and audit reports, challenging management estimates with professional skepticism.

Data Analytics & Systems: Leveraged advanced Excel (dashboards, XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables) and tools like TeamMate, Sage, Xero, APT, M-Files, and IDEA to analyze large datasets and maintain robust audit trails.

Team Leadership & Coaching: Supervised and mentored junior staff, reviewed working papers, allocated tasks, and facilitated team discussions to ensure alignment with ISAs and firm quality standards.