Wendy Mbetsa
Summary
Chartered Accountant with over 10 years in audit advisory and financial management across multiple sectors. Specializes in financial reporting, asset management, and strategic financial planning, enhancing governance and profitability through effective project management and data analysis.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Inkazimulo Business Advisory and Services
07.2019 - 01.2026
- Preparation of GRAP-compliant financial statements using CaseWare.
- Preparation and maintenance of GRAP-compliant asset registers and valuations.
- Provided audit support and readiness, implemented action plans, resolved queries to ensure compliance.
- Conducted accounting reconciliations to ensure accuracy and readiness for audits.
- Implemented internal controls and performed risk assessments to mitigate compliance risks.
- Assisted in the development of budget-related policies aligned with PFMA/MFMA legislation.
- Reviewed financial statements and asset registers for quality assurance.
- Supervised junior accountants and interns to enhance the quality of working papers.
- Coordinated staffing and resource management to optimise resource allocation and control expenditure.
- Facilitated contract negotiations between clients to achieve mutually beneficial agreements and strengthen relationships.
- Mentored employees to support their professional development.
- Delivered training sessions on updates in accounting standards and regulations.
Audit Senior
Ngubane & Company (now RSM Global)
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Performed audit planning, risk assessments, and calculated materiality.
- Reviewed financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Developed and executed tailored audit procedures.
- Reported findings and prepared final audit reports in compliance with IFRS and ISA.
- Supervised junior auditors and mentored SAICA trainees.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues, facilitating smooth completion of complex audits.
- Maintained high auditing standards, enhancing shareholder confidence.
- Implemented corrective actions following audit reviews, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Prepared concise audit reports, effectively communicating findings and recommendations.
- Liaised with management and operational teams to access key data and understand business processes.
- Completed audit planning documentation, verifying correct tests were applied to produce sufficient audit evidence.
- Increased effectiveness and efficiency of audits by completing detailed, accurate working papers.
- Supervised and trained junior members of staff in best audit practices.
SAICA Auditor
Nkonki Incorporated
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Executed audit planning, risk assessments, and calculated materiality.
- Applied ISA-compliant methodologies, substantive testing, and control evaluations.
- Reported findings and collaborated with teams to strengthen governance.
- Compiled audit findings to enhance transparency for stakeholders.
- Provided support for year-end audits, increasing process smoothness.
- Coordinated smoothly with team members for effective task completion.
- Analyzed financial statements for accurate reporting and future planning.
- Tested internal controls; identified areas of weakness.
- Collaborated with senior auditors to gain industry knowledge.
- Assisted team members with audit engagements to meet strict deadlines.
- Facilitated audit planning with scope documentation, risk and control identification, and testing strategies.
- Facilitated audits by preparing detailed, accurate planning documentation, ensuring effective execution.
- Reviewed financial statements, identifying inaccuracies and inconsistencies to support accurate reporting.
Education
CA(SA) - Accounting
SAICA
Sandton, GautengB Com Honours (CTA) - Accounting
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, GautengB Com - Accounting
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, GautengSkills
- Project Management
- Budget management
- Financial reporting
- Risk assessments
- Forecasting
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Controls implementation
- Stakeholder communication
- Audit compliance
Personal Information
- Driving License: Code B
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Authorized to work with Valid Work Permit
Clients serviced
- National Urban Reconstruction and Housing Agency (NURCHA)
- Telkom SOC Ltd
- Eskom
- C‑Track Fleet Management Solutions
- BioTech Pharmaceuticals
- Golden Era Manufacturing
- Amajuba District Municipality
- Lekwa Local Municipality
- Inkosi Langalibalele Local Municipality
- Nquthu Local Municipality
- Estate Agency Affairs Board (EAAB)
- SANParks
- Umzinyathi District Developmental Agency
- Moses Kotane Local Municipality
Certification
I am a registered Chartered accountant with SAICA
Skills
- Advanced excel proficiency
- Balance reconciliations
- Office software skills
- Regulatory compliance
Languages
- English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager
Inkazimulo Business Advisory and Services
07.2019 - 01.2026
Audit Senior
Ngubane & Company (now RSM Global)
06.2018 - 04.2019
SAICA Auditor
Nkonki Incorporated
02.2016 - 05.2018
CA(SA) - Accounting
SAICA
B Com Honours (CTA) - Accounting
University of Johannesburg
B Com - Accounting
University of Johannesburg