Tshego Lithadoll Moatshe CA(SA)
Finance, Strategy And Audit Specialist
Pretoria
Summary
Qualified Chartered Accountant with 5+ years of experience in the finance sector, including the public and private sector ,and the NGO space. I have delivered financial and audit advisory services to listed entities, state owned entities and private companies in FCMG, aviation, security services, telecoms and media services, social development, municipal service delivery as well as defense environment. I have a proven success in the driving stakeholder engagement, improved and high-quality audit outcomes and an increasing ROI through skilful strategic planning, compliance management and implementation, financial advisory services, and insightful use of data and financial analysis tools. I am enthusiastic, highly motivated finance professional, and my experience in audit also includes a focus on compliance and risk strategy and management, revenue and asset management through financial analysis and interpretation; to compile statutory audit opinions and management reports .I am passionate about project management, organisational effectiveness and strategy implementation, to ensure improved out and insightful entity returns. Being the eldest of two, I believe I am a natural born leader and in that, I have led multiple organisations and projects, be it at inception or through their growth and expansion. This is evident in my current role as Assistant Audit Manager and previous role as Deputy Chairperson of the Young Professionals Leadership Forum in my organisation as well as being the Deputy Chairperson of my residence and being part of the Tuks Res Women in Leadership Association, while still in university. A true problem solver and team player, and an overall well rounded leader. I believe in pushing myself, working smart and being the best version of myself while also empowering others to be the best version of themselves, through insightful collaboration and professional mentorship. As unique as my name, I bring a fresh new twist to any environment I am in.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager: Young Professional Development (Secondment)
Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitate professional training for the Audit Software Programe :Kopano platform for both internal staff and external stakeholders (auditees)
- Provide inputs into the quality and relevance of the young professional development training programmes
- Identify technical and professional learning needs in line with the AGSA Young Professionals strategy requirements
- Review young professional learning outcome reviews in line with organisational framework and SAICA training framework
- Plan, execute and facilitate young professional engagements in line with young professional strategies
- Diagnose young professional development challenges and in partnership with line management and training officers, measure progress for improvement or resolution
- Work in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders in the organisation to ensure timeous delivery of work/projects.
- Custodian of the organization the Young Professionals Leadership Forum(YPLF), custodian of the forum , ensuing strategic alignment to organization strategy, implementation of initiatives and liaison with stakeholders.
- For the organization's leadership programmes, nsure compliance to AGSA policies and procedures and SAICA training Regulations.
- Analyse and review training office capacity and recommend for implementation strategies to improve these
- Initiate and facilitate supply chain processes within scope of work
- Major Stakeholders: South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Accredited South African Public Universities, Training officers and managers
Assistant Audit Manager
Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)
01.2025 - Current
- Evaluated accounting policies and financial statements in accordance with the appropriate accounting standard and legislation (MFMA, PFMA, National Treasury Regulation, IFRS, GRAP) and provide opinion on compliance with these
- Reviewed, evaluated and analysed reconciliations of financial information and provide opinion and recommendations for improvement
- Audit the Performance Objective including plans, reports and annual results of State entities against entity strategic goals, legislative mandate, industry regulations, compliance requirements and provide audit opinion and implement recommendations
- Managed audit components of financial statement items through planning and implementing audit approach and strategy and compiling and reviewing audit working papers and compiling audit reports
- Lead and oversee audit team progress and achievement of planned team goals within the legislated timelines
- Assess, implement and monitor internal entity internal controls
- Compile and document financial reports (Audit reports, Management reports, financial analysis reports)
- Compile communication of audit findings,in line with statutory requirements, accounting standards and industry specific legislation; detailing the source of non-compliance(if applicable), recommended actions for improvement, audit impact and auditors conclusion.
- Train,assess and review trainee accountant's SAICA learning outcome reviews and contribute to trainee readiness of SAICA sign off as CA(SA)
- Assisted in the development of annual audit plans, prioritizing high-risk areas and focusing resources accordingly.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit components effectively, ensuring timely completion without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Optimized resource allocation for audits by using data-driven analysis to prioritize tasks based on risk levels and potential impact on the organization''s financial position.
- Assisted in the preparation of executive-level presentations summarizing key findings from completed audits for senior management review.
- Delivered clear, concise audit reports that communicated findings effectively to both internal stakeholders and external clients.
- Major Clients: Steve Tshwete Local Municipality, South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Audit Senior
Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Compiled audit reports for Department and State-owned Entities
- Planned audit engagements – Prepare and evaluate notes to the financial statements in accordance with the applicable IFRIS/IFRS for SMEs, GRAP and MCS accounting framework
- Performed the planned substantive analytical review procedures and prepare and evaluate reconciliations of financial information
- Evaluate accounts for routine and non-routine transactions and document findings
- Mentored and supervised audit trainees
- Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
- Increased overall reliability of financial statements by performing detailed reviews of account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
- Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
- Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing risk-based audit approaches.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Major Clients: Steve Tshwete Local Municipality, South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Young Professional /Audit Trainee
Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA)
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Compiled audit reports for Department and State-owned Entities
- Evaluated accounting policies in accordance with the appropriate accounting standard and legislation (PFMA/MFMA, Regulatory Bodies)
- Prepared and evaluated reconciliations of financial information in line with National Treasury Requirements
- Organised and facilitate organisational events for young professionals (trainings, social events, professional engagements).
- Facilitated and participated in school recruitment initiates and outreach projects
- Audited financial statement components such as: Revenue, Assets, Supply Chain Management and procurement , Expenditure, Compliance, Employee Costs, Liabilities, Receivables
- Mentored and supervised audit trainees
- Assisted in preparing comprehensive reports outlining audit procedures performed, findings identified, and recommended corrective actions for clients to implement.
- Performed detailed testing of account balances, transactions, and disclosures to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Facilitated the resolution of complex accounting issues encountered during audits through effective collaboration with clients'' personnel and senior audit team members.
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits, ensuring compliance with GRAP,IFRS,MCS and applicable regulations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new industries'' specific requirements during diverse client engagements across various sectors.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of clients'' internal control systems in preventing, detecting, and correcting financial misstatements.
- Improved communication skills by presenting audit findings to both clients and senior management during exit meetings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Major Clients: South African Airways (SAA), Dept of Sports, Arts and Culture, Dept of Correctional Services, Emalahleni Local Municipality, Armaments Corporation of South Africa (ARMSCOR), National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA)
Audit Trainee
Tuffias Sandburg
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Compiling individual and company tax returns
- Prepared and evaluated notes to the financial statements in accordance with the identified IFRIS/IFRS for SMEs accounting framework
- Performed the planned tests of internal control, planned substantive tests of detail and planned substantive analytical review procedures
- Prepared and evaluated reconciliations of financial information, including those of bank reconciliations, accounts payable reconciliation, general ledger control account reconciliations, reconciliations between management accounts and the general ledger
- Evaluated accounts for routine and non-routine transactions and document findings.
- Ensured timely completion of audit tasks by efficiently managing workload under tight deadlines without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among colleagues while diligently completing individual tasks assigned by supervisors.
- Gained valuable experience in various industries by working on diverse client engagements.
- Assisted in identifying potential risks and provided recommendations for improvements in internal controls.
- Leveraged technology tools such as Excel spreadsheets, data analysis software, and audit-specific applications to enhance audit effectiveness.
- Supported senior auditors in planning engagement strategies based on clients'' risk profiles and business objectives.
- Major Clients: Kingsly Beverages (Pty) Ltd, Celcom Group (Pty) Ltd, Marcopolo South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Financial Officer: Intern
Harvest Outreach Centre
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Introduced a new payroll preparation system and compiled monthly payroll schedule and pay slips
- Compiling monthly financial reports for the Department of Social Development and other funders of the organisation
- Compiled the organisation cashbook processing and bank reconciliation
- Assistance in compiling organisation quarterly and yearly Financial Statements
- Acted as a liaison between the organisation, management, funders and other stakeholders
- Developed and implemented financial and organisational policies and standard operating procedures
Education
Assessment of Professional Competence -
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
04.2001 -
Initial Test of Competence -
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Auditing, Applied Taxation, Applied Financial Management, Applied Financial Accounting
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences - Auditing, Taxation, Financial Management, Financial Accounting and Reporting
University of Pretoria (UP)
National Senior Certificate - Accounting, History, Life Orientation, Mathematics, English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, Physical Sciences
Boksburg High School
Skills
Proficient in MS Office and data analytics tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint ,Outlook, Access, PowerBI )
Proficient in audit and reporting software: CaseWare, Teammate, Pastel Accounting, SAP,ASP
Proficient in technical professional skills: Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Budgeting, Auditing,Revenue planning
Proficient in Additional Professional skills: Project planning and project management, strategy development and implementation, evaluation and monitoring of organisational structure, policy andprocedures, financial analysis and strategic reporting, leadership, communication, facilitation, training,supply chain management, data and financial analysis, financial planning, treasury management, report interpretation, analysis and report writing and compilation, people management, compliance analysis and implementation
Proficient in standards and legislation: IFRS, GRAP, MCS, National Treasury Regulations, PFMA,MFMA, Public Audit Act, IFRS for SMMEs, legislative Acts of various industries
Team leadership
Operations management
Performance evaluation and reviewing
Staff development
Policy enforcement
Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
- Leadership Excellence Award: National C Business Unit (2025)
- Young Professional of the Year: National C Business Unit (2024)
- Runner up in National Young Professional Awards for award of: We Excel in All we do (2024)
- National Young Professional Leadership: Deputy Chairperson (2024)
- Young Professional Leadership Forum: Chairperson (2024)
- Trainee Auditor Forum -Social Executive (2023)
- Best Quality Learning Outcome Reviews (2022)
- Awarded UNISA Honours Bursary (2020)
- Residence mentor: Financial Accounting and Management (2017)
- Awarded the UP Fasset partial Bursary (2015-2016)
- House Committee Member: Deputy Chairperson -Finance, Wellbeing, Clothing (2016)
Achievements
- SAICA Mentor (2026)
- Leadership excellence award (2025)
- Young Professional of the year : Business Unit award (2024)
- Runner up National Young Professional of the year : We excel in all we do (2024)
- Deputy Chairperson of National Young Professional Leadership Forum(2024)
- Chairperson of Business Unit Young Professional Leadership Forum (2024)
- Trainee Auditor Forum -Executive member ( 2023)
- Best Quality Learning Outcome Reviews (2022)
- Honours Bursary ( 2020)
References
- Mpho, Mudau, Audit Senior, Mphomd@agsa.co.za, 082 224 8848, AGSA
- Zwelitsha, Baloyi, Manager, 079 222 2282, ARMSCOR
- Sipho, Fokazi, CFO, Sipho@shlobo.co.za, 076 478 4563, Shlobo Investments
Timeline
Assistant Manager: Young Professional Development (Secondment)
Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)
10.2025 - Current
Assistant Audit Manager
Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)
01.2025 - Current
Audit Senior
Auditor General South Africa (AGSA)
08.2024 - 12.2024
Young Professional /Audit Trainee
Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA)
02.2022 - 07.2024
Audit Trainee
Tuffias Sandburg
02.2021 - 01.2022
Financial Officer: Intern
Harvest Outreach Centre
01.2020 - 12.2020
Assessment of Professional Competence -
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
04.2001 -
Initial Test of Competence -
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Auditing, Applied Taxation, Applied Financial Management, Applied Financial Accounting
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences - Auditing, Taxation, Financial Management, Financial Accounting and Reporting
University of Pretoria (UP)
National Senior Certificate - Accounting, History, Life Orientation, Mathematics, English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, Physical Sciences
Boksburg High School