Nompilo Ramotsabi

About

With a robust educational background in Accounting Sciences from the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of South Africa, complemented by a Leadership program at Duke University, I have cultivated a strong foundation in financial management and leadership. As a Senior Project Accountant at SETA since 2018, I have excelled in financial reporting, team management, and process improvement, ensuring compliance with GRAP standards. My role as an Independent Consultant at Gxabashe Trading Ent allowed me to hone my skills in fraud detection and risk mitigation. Previously, as a Senior Auditor with the Auditor-General of South Africa, I managed audit engagements and provided strategic recommendations to enhance client operations. My early career experiences with KPMG and Grant Thornton LLP provided a solid grounding in audit procedures and client collaboration. I am committed to leveraging my expertise to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Experience

• Senior Project Accountant · SETA07-01-2018

  In this role, I excelled in finding innovative ways to ensure accurate, complete, and reliable financial reporting. I effectively managed a team of 8 individuals who were my direct reports. My key responsibilities included overseeing the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GRAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. I managed expense, accruals, and accounts payable, conducted detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, and managed the consolidation of financial data from various business units to streamline reporting. I collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits, addressed inquiries, and provided necessary documentation. I also played a role in providing inputs to software developers for the design and implementation of accounting software, improving efficiency and accuracy in migrating invoice data to our accounting system.

• Independent Consultant (Accounting, Fraud and Tax) · Gxabashe Trading Ent04-01-2020 – 12-01-2023

  Investigated financial discrepancies and analyzed financial records, transactions, and documentation to identify irregularities and potentially fraudulent activities. Uncovered financial fraud, identified irregularities, and implemented effective strategies to mitigate risks. Prepared comprehensive reports detailing findings, analysis, and recommendations for remedial actions.

• Senior Auditor · Auditor-General of South Africa02-01-2013 – 06-01-2018

  Assisted in the planning and execution of financial audits, performing substantive testing and internal control assessments. Prepared detailed workpapers to document audit procedures, findings, and conclusions. Contributed to the identification of control weaknesses and provided recommendations to enhance client operations. Managed audit engagements from planning to completion, including risk assessment, audit program development, and substantive testing. Oversaw junior auditors and delegated tasks effectively to meet project deadlines. Conducted interviews with client personnel to gather audit evidence and resolve discrepancies. Evaluated internal controls and provided recommendations for process improvements, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency. Conducted complex financial analysis, identifying control deficiencies, and formulating corrective action plans to mitigate risks. Prepared comprehensive audit reports, including findings, recommendations, and action plans, and presented them to senior management and audit committees.

• Vacation Student · KPMG12-01-2012 – 01-01-2013

  Assisted senior auditors in performing financial audits for various clients. Conducted substantive testing, including reviewing documents, examining transactions, and verifying balances. Assisted in the preparation of audit reports and recommendations. Contributed to the development of audit workpapers and documentation. Collaborated with the audit team to identify and address audit risks. Participated in meetings with clients to gather information and address inquiries.

• Vacation Work Student · Grant Thornton LLP (US)12-01-2010 – 01-01-2011

  Assisted senior auditors in performing financial audits for various clients. Conducted substantive testing, including reviewing documents, examining transactions, and verifying balances. Assisted in the preparation of audit reports and recommendations. Contributed to the development of audit workpapers and documentation. Collaborated with the audit team to identify and address audit risks. Participated in meetings with clients to gather information and address inquiries.

Education

• Duke UniversityLeadership programme, Business/Commerce, General
• University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-AfrikaPostgraduate Degree, Accounting Sciences
• University of the WitwatersrandBachelor's degree, Accounting Sciences

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