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Salford,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced Assistant Audit Manager specialising in the Not‑for‑Profit sector, with extensive audit expertise across Social Housing, Higher Education, and Charities. Recognised as an accountable and dependable team player, consistently ensuring audits are delivered accurately and within deadlines. Known for bringing positive energy to the workplace, actively celebrating team achievements to foster collaboration and morale. Strong client relationship builder, awarded a certificate for exceptional external feedback in recognition of outstanding professionalism and client service.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Assistant audit manager

BDO LLP
Manchester
02.2023 - 11.2025
  • Assisted in planning, execution, and finalisation of audit engagements for manager or partner review.
  • Identified risk matters and communicated findings to managers and partners within agreed parameters.
  • Supervised daily operations of audit engagements to enhance efficiency.
  • Served as primary contact between audited entities and audit managers, facilitating effective communication.
  • Monitored progress against budgeted time and highlighted deviations to management.
  • Coached junior staff to ensure delivery of high-quality audits.
  • Managed diaries for managers and partners, scheduling and rescheduling reviews as necessary.


Key Achievements

  • Recognised twice for collaboration and commitment to delivering audits beyond booking periods.
  • Nominated for an internal award in coaching, reflecting outstanding contribution to staff development and mentoring.
  • Received certificate for exceptional external feedback, highlighting professionalism and exceptional client service.

Auditing Trainee

Nexia SAB&T
Johannesburg
02.2020 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in planning and executing audit engagements to meet client needs.
  • Prepared comprehensive audit working papers and documented key findings effectively.
  • Proactively communicated all potential issues to senior team members.
  • Addressed review comments from completed working papers to enhance accuracy.
  • Led audit engagements during final training year, ensuring compliance with International Standards on Auditing.
  • Achieved all training body competencies within designated timelines.
  • Pursued continuous professional development through examinations and training sessions.


Tutor

Calibre Education
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Tutored high school students in Accounting and Maths, focusing on small groups of four to six.
  • Conducted study sessions for larger groups, reinforcing understanding of key concepts.
  • Planned and delivered lessons tailored to diverse learning needs.
  • Identified lesson requirements for students needing additional support.
  • Monitored student progress, maintained mark schedules, and reported findings to school principal.
  • Participated in tutor-parent days, offering insights into student performance and progression.
  • Engaged in team-building away days to enhance collaboration and development.

Education

APC - Final professional examination in the Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) qualification pathway.

South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
South Africa
12.2022 - 02.2023

Post Graduate Diploma - Accounting Sciences (CTA Level 2)

University of South Africa
South Africa
02.2019 - 11.2019

Bachelors Degree - Accounting

University of Johannesburg
South Africa
02.2013 - 11.2015

Skills

  • Audit planning and execution
  • Financial analysis
  • Risk assessment and design
  • Team leadership
  • Client relationship management
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Report writing and presentation
  • CaseWare and Excel proficiency
  • Time management and prioritization

LANGUAGES

English: Proficient
IsiZulu: Proficient
IsiXhosa: Proficient

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant audit manager

BDO LLP
02.2023 - 11.2025

APC - Final professional examination in the Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) qualification pathway.

South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
12.2022 - 02.2023

Auditing Trainee

Nexia SAB&T
02.2020 - 01.2023

Post Graduate Diploma - Accounting Sciences (CTA Level 2)

University of South Africa
02.2019 - 11.2019

Tutor

Calibre Education
01.2016 - 12.2019

Bachelors Degree - Accounting

University of Johannesburg
02.2013 - 11.2015
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