Internal audit

A recent Internal Audit graduate holding National Diploma in Internal auditing from Vaal University of Technology and incomplete Btech in internal auditing at Tshwane University of Technology looking to secure a graduate internship or like utilize my current analytical skills in practical and fast paced environment. I am looking for an opportunity to bring my expertise to a well - established company and use the opportunity to learn and gain more experience to further equip my skills.

Dear Sir/Madam I am an experienced Accountant with over 10 years of experience. I completed my Bachelor of Accounting Science degree with UNISA. I was registered for Honors (CTA Level 1) with UNISA. I await my results due to outstanding fees. I am passionate about all aspects of accounting/finance/tax. I have a vast amount of knowledge and experience in accounting, auditing and tax. I am a member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants as an Associate General Accountant – AGA (SA) and a registered Tax Practitioner with SARS. In summary my expertise are as follows: Taxation: - Monthly tax submissions and calculations (Vat, PAYE, UIF, SDL) - Evaluating taxes (income tax, withholding taxes, capital gains tax, vat, payroll taxes) - Company income tax calculations and ITR14 submissions - Individual income tax calculations and ITR12 submissions - Trust taxation - Donations tax - Lodging objections - Tax directive applications - E - filing - EMP501 reconciliations - Sound knowledge of the income tax Act Accounting: - Capturing of data up to general ledger and trial balance - Capturing of supplier/customer invoices - Reconciliations (debtors & suppliers and bank reconciliations) - Payroll - Preparing annual financial statements - Consolidations (preparing group financial statements including disclosures) - Preparing budgets and consideration of actual figures vs budgeted figures. Obtain explanations for adverse variances and evaluate the reasonableness thereof and give recommendations. - Perform analytical reviews for prior period financial figures vs current period financial figures. - Analyze the variances. - Sound understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) - Evaluating whether an entity applies the correct accounting framework consistently - Evaluating accounting policies - Understanding of the Companies Act and King Report - Stock counts & obtain reasons for variances. - Preparation of cashflow statements - Calculation of ratios. Interpreting the ratios and recommendations. - Preparation of income statement, differentiating between product costs, period costs, variable & fixed costs - Monthly management accounts Auditing: - Compliance audits - Obtaining an understanding of an entity’s system descriptions & controls. - Designing & performing audit procedures to verify and confirm that activities are performed in terms of the system description. - Designing & performing audit procedures to verify that controls are implemented, and they do function as intended. As well as evaluating the adequacy of controls. - Risk identification and assessment - Designing audit programs - Planning the audit - Liaising with various stakeholders - Preparing audit reports and management reports - Auditing the various aspects of the financial statements I have been exposed to various industries and business environments. This has offered me the opportunity to adapt to change, understand a specific client’s industry and business environment. I would appreciate the opportunity of using this knowledge, and my natural passion for financial matters, to become a motivated member of your team. I can work under pressure. I am deadline driven. I am very analytical and have attention to detail. I like being part of a team. I believe I will be a valuable addition to your company. I enclosed my resume for your perusal and hope that if you have any questions that require clarification you will not hesitate to contact me. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity for an interview. Yours Sincerely Lorato Elaine Louw

I was a Financial Manager, I worked in an environment where what you say does not matter unless you can substantiate it with records and statistics. It was my responsibility to make sure that all transactions are recorded, accurate and authorised. My result is to present detailed, accurate financial statements to management and the board of directors. I am a focused person, dedicated to the cause, reliable, industrious, practical, and detail - oriented. I commit to excellence in everything I do. I enjoy being part of a team, but also function well on my own; I do like to take on more than what I am expected to. I am an aspiring trainer, sharing of thoughts, ideas and knowledge. I have an unwavering interest in the ability to communicate a message that influences and persuades an audience. It is because of the above - mentioned that I would like to continue my career in finances, which requires paying attention to every detail.

Secretary position I'm taking minutes, travel and submission form, petty cash, leave audit, internal memorandum, create case file, submission of internal memorandum, send e - mails, arrange the meetings, and shifting of funds.

I am responsible, honest and hardworking. I keep an open mind and I am always willing to take on new challenges with the view to learn and share new ideas. I have 3 years Internal Audit experience in 2 different economic sectors namely: Healthcare and FMCG I was studying towards a B Com degree and have accumulated the following credits. I have realised that I enjoy IT and would like to pursue a career in IT Auditing. I would like to obtain experience and study towards Degree in Internal Auditing; CISA and CIA and Specialise in IT Auditing

I am an experienced Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) corporate executive, tasked with assessing and mitigating significant regulatory, strategic and operational risks that may potentially affect the achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives and core mandate. I have a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry, skilled in Enterprise Risk Management, Strategic Planning and Performance Reporting, Compliance and Ethics Management, Internal Audit, Business Continuity Management, as well as Monitoring and Evaluation. I have been serving the Office of the Ombudsman for Financial Services Providers on the Executive Management Committee and operate at a strategic level, wearing the “Chief Risk Officer hat”.

I am Extremely motivated to constantly develop my skills and grow professionally. I am confident in my ability to come up with interesting ideas and learn more, being solution orientated and paying attention to details is my approach to handle pressure and work with precision

Computer literacy: Proficient Microsoft skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficient Pastel accounting skills. Code 08 drivers license General skills, abilities and competencies: Proficient in administrative skills like filing and typing. Able to form good, clear, stable and long lasting relationships with people. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Methodical, systematic and good planning and organisational skills. Honest, objective, practical, efficient and economical. Able to manage time and workloads to ensure that deadlines and targets are met. Driven and motivated. Strategic and proactive thinker. Approachable personality. Analytical and Problem - solving skills. Resilient, able to work well under pressure. Concise, rational and practical communicator. Good team worker. Ability to think innovatively. Excellent attention to detail. Clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, data capturing. Resourceful and pro - active. Financial (business) acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Business insight - Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace. Able to perform all bookkeeping and accounting functions. Good understanding of marketing and business management functions. Good understanding of internal audit policies, procedures and processes. Able to understand compliance procedures.

I describe myself as someone who always take responsibilities for my actions, a hard - worker, a dreamer, an achiever, a goal driven, self - motivated, independent, humble, accountable, well organised young woman who is able to prioritize her work to improve the living standard of my country. Prioritizing might not be easy but I believe I will be able to work under a lot of pressure, under a challenging work environment and I have strong problem solving skills that can helps the organization reaching its objectives. Being student I have learnt to make strong time management and organizational skills, which I see as being very important when seeking for a job. My teachers and educators have commended me for my willingness to participate and my dedication to helping out where possible. I enjoy working with others and believe that my strong communication skills (verbal and writing) will ensure that I can meet the expectations of this role.

I was appointed as an HR Consultant in the office of the GE HR in 2011 and was transferred to Group Services in similar position and salary in 2013. It is already three years in Group Services and in total five years as a consultant. I am proud to say but the least that I am the only senior consultant in the unit fulfilling the function across all the portfolios within Group Services, namely, Legal Services, Compliance, Policy & Regulatory Affairs, Broadcasting Compliance, Group Finance, Procurement, Group Risk & Governance, Group Internal Audit, Group Human Capital, Company Secretary, SABC Sports, Corporate Affairs, Logistics, GCEO, CFO and COO.