Sonia Kala
BRISBANE,QLD
Summary
Detail-oriented external auditor with extensive experience in IFRS compliance and financial statement analysis. Led audits, evaluated internal controls, and mentored junior staff to enhance team performance. Proficient in SAP, MYOB, and Aura, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Auditor
Queensland Audit Office
Brisbane , QLD
07.2026 - 08.2026
- Conducted audits of financial records and compliance standards to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Evaluated control systems to identify risks and enhance process effectiveness.
- Collaborated with team members to compile and present audit reports and findings.
External Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
11.2021 - 05.2026
- Led external audits in accordance with IFRS and PwC global audit methodology.
- Executed financial statement analysis, substantive testing, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Assessed internal controls, identifying key audit risks and control weaknesses.
- Prepared and reviewed audit workpapers and client reports, enhancing accuracy and compliance with audit standards.
- Collaborated with international PwC teams to improve audit processes and efficiency.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering development and contributing to delivery of high-quality audits.
- Proficient in Aura, SAP, MYOB and Smart Audit Platform.
Education
Master of Professional Accounting & MBA - Accounting and Business Administration
James Cook University
Brisbane, Australia, QLD06-2028
Bachelor of Business - Accounting and Computing
Pacific Adventist University
Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea , PNG12-2020
Skills
- External audit and assurance
- IFRS compliance and statutory reporting
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Internal controls and risk assessment
- Risk assessment
- Audit systems: SAP, MYOB, Aura, D365
- Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication
Certification
- Certified Practicing Accountant, CPA PNG
- PwC Audit Quality Program Training
- MYOB Business for Tertiary Students Certification
Timeline
Contract Auditor
Queensland Audit Office
07.2026 - 08.2026
External Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
11.2021 - 05.2026
Master of Professional Accounting & MBA - Accounting and Business Administration
James Cook University
Bachelor of Business - Accounting and Computing
Pacific Adventist University