Pathy M. Tshipata Mwana Mbaya
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished Audit Manager and Senior Audit Associate with a proven track record at SNG Grant Thornton Inc (South Africa) and Grant Thornton LLP (US) respectively, excelling in financial statement analysis and team leadership. Expert in IFRS and US GAAP, risk assessment, and fostering collaboration, I've significantly improved audit accuracy and efficiency. My strategic approach and critical thinking have consistently enhanced audit outcomes and client satisfaction. I am a Chartered Accountant South Africa CA(SA) with 7.5 years of experience in external audit across different industries such as energy, financial services, logistics and transport, Oil and gas, Agriculture, Higher education, retail and Real Estate as well as 4 year in part time Senior Accountant.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Audit Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed team of six field auditors.
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits for various industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits.
- Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations.
- Managed multiple concurrent engagements while meeting tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Streamlined the audit process by developing customized templates that increased productivity without sacrificing quality.
- Reviewed audit work of Juniors to ensure quality.
Audit Manager
SNG Grant Thornton Inc.
02.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Improved client relations by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Led cross-functional teams in complex audits, ensuring seamless collaboration between departments.
- Gathered and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts.
- Participated in billing and collections operations to facilitate client payment of overdue invoices.
- Developed comprehensive audit plans outlining scope, goals, timelines, and resource requirements for each project.
- Led team of junior auditors, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high standards of audit performance.
- Oversaw successful completion of numerous audit projects, consistently meeting deadlines and quality benchmarks.
- Improved audit accuracy, meticulously reviewing financial statements and identifying discrepancies.
Senior Accountant
Sett Global (Pty) Ltd
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing stricter credit policies.
- Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with various departments to gather financial data, ensuring accurate representation of each business unit''s performance.
- Contributed to policy development, recommending changes to improve financial procedures and controls.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts to ensure financial integrity.
Senior Audit Associate
SNG Grant Thornton Inc.
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed team of ten field auditors.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits for various industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting principles and industry standards, providing expert guidance during audits.
- Assisted in the development of audit plans to address high-risk areas, improving overall effectiveness of audits conducted.
- Conducted substantive analytical reviews that highlighted unusual trends or fluctuations requiring further investigation.
- Evaluated internal controls over financial reporting, identifying weaknesses and proposing process improvements to strengthen controls.
- Prepared comprehensive reports for senior management detailing audit findings, recommendations, and action plans for improvement.
- Developed and executed strategy for audit engagements.
- Analyzed complex financial transactions to detect potential fraud or misstatements within client records.
- Supported clients through acquisitions and mergers by conducting thorough due diligence on target companies, ensuring informed decision making.
- Delegated work to team members and student interns to share workload and continue meeting audit goals.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce Honors - Accounting And Finance
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa12.2016
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting And Finance
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa12.2014
Skills
- Financial statement review
- Risk Assessment
- Financial statement analysis
- Accounting Principles
- Finance
- IFRS Expertise
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- US GAAP
- Bookkeeping and Reconciliation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Building and Leadership
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
Certification
Chartered Accountant South Africa CA(SA)
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
References
- Joey Javier- Senior Audit manager. Grant Thornton LLP Joey.Javier@us.gt.com, cell 917 370 6780
- Jacquelyn King- Audit manager. Grant Thornton LLP Jacquelyn.king@us.gt.com, cell 936 933 8632
- Jacobeth Ramapela - Audit Director. SNG Grant Thornton Jacobeth.Ramapela@sng.gt.com, cell +27 78 460 7972
- Erick Biselela- Managing Director. Sett Global (Pty) Ltd, Erick@settglobal.co.za, Cell +61 424 851 556
Timeline
Senior Audit Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
01.2023 - 05.2024
Audit Manager
SNG Grant Thornton Inc.
02.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Accountant
Sett Global (Pty) Ltd
11.2019 - 12.2022
Senior Audit Associate
SNG Grant Thornton Inc.
02.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Commerce Honors - Accounting And Finance
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting And Finance
University of Johannesburg
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