Nyameka Flatela
Springs,Gauteng
Summary
A detail-oriented and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in audit, adept at managing tight deadlines and ensuring accuracy in financial processes. Seeking to leverage 5 years of audit experience in various industries across the private and public sectors to excel as an Accountant, focusing on general ledger preparation, financial reporting, audit readiness, and fostering strong communication across departments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Auditor
BDO Australia
Melbourne, VIC
06.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements, accounting systems, and internal controls to assess accuracy of financial reporting.
- Identified potential areas of risk and communicated findings to management in a timely manner.
- Responsible for day to day management of the audit team, reporting to the manager
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing audit results for senior management review.
- Provided technical expertise to junior staff members during audit engagements.
- Interacted with clients' personnel such as CFOs, controllers, accountants and auditors in order to facilitate effective completion of assignments.
- Performed detailed analysis of financial information, such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
Audit Senior
HLB Mann Judd
Melbourne, VIC
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Performed risk assessment procedures to identify potential control weaknesses.
- Prepared detailed reports on audit findings, including recommendations for improvement.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Supervision of junior staff to ensure implementation of audit plan.
- Review of junior staff working papers.
Audit Supervisor
A2A Kopano Inc
Pretoria, South Africa
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Assist clients to meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of annual reports
- Prepares reports and communicates findings and recommendations to line and senior management
- Reviewed accounting records, including journal entries and general ledgers, to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the daily supervision of audit staff and responsible for the development of audit staff and the completion of performance evaluations.
Senior Associate
Grant Thornton LLP UK
Manchester, United Kingdom
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Conducted audits and provided comprehensive reports highlighting financial strengths and weaknesses.
- Provided direction and guidance to junior associates on complex tasks.
- Provided advice and guidance to management regarding compliance with GAAP principles and other applicable laws or regulations.
- Executed audits for listed entities ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards
Trainee Accountant
SNG Grant Thornton
Durban, South Africa
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Review adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of controls within the system
- Test compliance with regulations, policies and procedures
- Planning of audit engagements
- Compile audit findings and reports
- Act as an assistant in charge of the audit, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Actively monitors budgets and timeframes on all assignments, taking responsibility for achievement of these.
- Performed audit review of general journal entries, general ledgers, reconciliations prepared by management
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
South Africa06.2019
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
South Africa12.2018
Bachelor of Technology - Cost And Management Accounting
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban, South Africa05.2017
Diploma - Accounting
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban, South Africa05.2016
Skills
- Audit and compliance expertise
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage tight deadlines
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook)
Certification
- Eligible to register as CA(SA)
Timeline
Senior Auditor
BDO Australia
06.2023 - Current
Audit Senior
HLB Mann Judd
02.2022 - 06.2023
Audit Supervisor
A2A Kopano Inc
05.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Associate
Grant Thornton LLP UK
01.2020 - 03.2020
Trainee Accountant
SNG Grant Thornton
02.2017 - 12.2019
Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Technology - Cost And Management Accounting
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Diploma - Accounting
Mangosuthu University of Technology
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