Travel (UK and Ireland, Europe, Singapore, Indonesia, Mauritius, UAE, India)
Yarushka Poolingam CA (SA)
Risk Manager - Nedbank Group Limited
Summary
Collaborative and analytical leader, with talents for day-to-day problem solving and independent decision-making.
Strengths in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across multiple geographies in dynamic, fast-paced settings, while also dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote efficiency.
Well-known for creating an engaged, empowered workplace culture and high-performing teams.
Organized and dependable, with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet shared objectives.
Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and excellent project management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Risk Manager - Group Finance Risk
Nedbank Group Limited
05.2024 - Current
- Acted in the second line of defense, developing strong relations with internal stakeholders and promoting a culture of risk awareness and accountability through continued support and guidance on risk management practices.
- Member of the Internal Financial Controls (IFCs) core team, focused on testing Group Finance controls and coordinating the CEO and CFO attestation process across the Group to meet JSE Listing Requirements. Testing of design adequacy and operating effectiveness for IFCs within Group Finance, and identifying areas of improvement in control execution and processes.
- Monitored and developed Key Risk Indicators within Group Finance for reporting through appropriate committee channels and forums. Monitored, tracked and reported on audit and compliance related matters for the business
- Provided training to Cluster risk teams on IFCs to enable upskilling
- Performed an assurance review of system implementation/migration to provide insight into the successes and areas of improvement
- Maintained a register of risks and associated controls for business, with regular engagement to ensure these are updated to consider new and emerging risks including ESG and technological advancements
- Compiled and provided timely input into risk and committee reports
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish effective risk management practices across business units.
- Experienced in SAS GCM (Governance and Compliance Manager)
Manager - Financial Services Audit
KPMG Inc.
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Maintained positive client relations through ongoing engagement, addressing concerns collaboratively and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Used industry knowledge, technical accounting and auditing skills and analytical nature to problem-solve and provide solutions to clients.
- Worked with diverse clients and colleagues across the continent and communicated clearly to empower teams to work towards established objectives.
- Created innovative approaches to target risk areas of engagements and followed a results-driven approach.
- Handled multiple projects simultaneously within established timeframes and client deadlines, with high degree of accuracy.
- As engagement manager, actively led and mentored diverse teams, including the resolution of conflicts. Established priorities and performance goals for employees and provided constructive on-the-job feedback to improve skills.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to ensure adequate staff resourcing for successful projects.
- Worked with technical accounting teams to determine best practices and understand market trends in industry, to add value to client engagements.
Junior Manager - Audit (International Secondment)
KPMG Hungary
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Established and maintained relations with multi-cultural clients and colleagues across Europe, as a shared service centre auditor
- Continuous collaboration with audit team and clients to implement prioritization, clear expectations gaps and allow for a smooth project execution.
- Tracked and provided development milestones and deliverables, aligned to stated objectives with relevant stakeholders, creating accountability and ownership.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality, and service expectations.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban-Westville 01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban-Westville 01.2014 - 12.2016
Skills
Leadership
Managerial and Interpersonal
Stakeholder Engagement / Management
Project Management and Organizational skills
Risk Management & Mitigation including Internal Controls
Auditing
Managerial and Interpersonal
Affiliations
- Member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) – Since 2021
- SAICA Registered Assessor
- Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society
Accomplishments
- SAICA Assessment of Professional Competence (first time pass)
November 2019 (Qualifying Exam 2)
- SAICA Initial Test of Competence (first time pass) January 2018 (Qualifying Exam 1)
- Core Leader/Facilitator of the Professional Development Course in the Financial Services Business Unit, focused on training KPMG graduate intake on core soft skills required to work in a professional environment
2022- April 2024
- KPMG South Africa Ethics and Values Marshal
2022 - April 2024
Interests
Reading
Painting
Additional Information
Work Experience:
KPMG Inc. Banking Audit Client Portfolio (January 2018 – April 2024):
- Absa Group Limited (Group Audit Manager October 2021 - April 2024)
- Citigroup Global Markets and Citibank CSDP
- Standard Bank - Global Markets
- Investec Bank Limited
- Telesure Investment Holdings (Short-term Insurance division)
• Auditing and Corporate Governance Tutor for third year Bcom Accounting graduates at the University of KwaZulu Natal – 2017
Timeline
Risk Manager - Group Finance Risk
Nedbank Group Limited
05.2024 - Current
Manager - Financial Services Audit
KPMG Inc.
10.2021 - 04.2024
Junior Manager - Audit (International Secondment)
KPMG Hungary
01.2021 - 07.2021
Postgraduate Diploma - Accounting
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2014 - 12.2016
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