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Amanda Engel

London, United Kingdom

Summary

CA (SA) qualified finance professional with 8 years' experience across KPMG (UK and South Africa) and industry, specialising in insurance and asset management. Proven track record delivering audits and financial reporting for listed and multinational clients including Saga Plc and Old Mutual. Combines strong technical expertise (IFRS, UK GAAP, Solvency II) with hands-on industry experience in group reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis. Known for driving efficiencies, identifying material issues, and delivering high quality outputs under tight deadlines. Seeking to transition into a financial accounting or group reporting role within financial services.

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years of professional experience

Work History

Audit Assistant Manager, FS Insurance

KPMG LLP UK

London

01.2023 - Current

Conducted end-to-end audits for insurance clients with underlying revenue of £321m and £190m gross written premiums while managing teams of 3-5 professionals.
Executed deep expertise in IFRS 17 and UK GAAP, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Led group audit for Saga PLC, ensuring accuracy in group consolidation and reporting for major subsidiaries.
Enhanced interim testing strategies to minimise overtime and reduce overall audit hours.
Redesigned working papers and implemented risk-based testing approaches to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
Cultivated senior stakeholder relationships across finance teams to ensure timely resolution of audit queries.

Junior Financial Manager (Reporting)

PSG Wealth Financial Planning (Pty) Ltd

Cape Town, South Africa

09.2021 - 12.2022

Compiled monthly and annual financial reports, encompassing income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses, to ensure accurate financial oversight.
Delivered variance analysis and performance insights to inform senior-level decision-making.
Developed board-level reporting packs and KPIs for executive committee review.
Spearhead budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
Facilitated external audit processes by preparing comprehensive audit packs and addressing all queries effectively.
Supervised junior team members and coordinated reporting timelines across the division to enhance project efficiency.

Group Statutory Reporting Accountant

PSG Konsult Limited

Cape Town, South Africa

05.2021 - 08.2021

Oversaw preparation of group and holding company financial statements during year-end reporting cycle.
Executed balance sheet reconciliations and analysed income statements to elucidate key movements.
Contributed to the enhancement of Solvency II reporting processes and ensured compliance with regulatory submissions.
Collaborated closely with CFO and senior finance leadership to enhance strategic financial initiatives.

Senior Accountant

KPMG Cape Town, South Africa

03.2018 - 04.2021

Led audit engagements for major financial services client including Old Mutual Limied.
Directed teams of 3 to 6 members in delivering comprehensive audits from planning through to completion, and review.
Executed comprehensive investment valuations covering 95% of balance sheet for key audit entity.
Conducted IFRS 13 fair value assessments across complex investment portfolios.
Conducted control testing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and financial disclosure requirements.
Cultivated robust client relationships across finance and investment teams.