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Luxembourg

• Promoted from Senior Manager to Associate Director within three and a half years; currently reporting to Group CFO.• Oversee the accurate preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for all European corporate entities across ten jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards.• Lead the consolidation of European financial statements, providing strategic insights to senior management and stakeholders.• Coordinate annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes across European offices, engaging with senior management and country heads.• Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory requirements; Act as the Conducting Officer for the Accounting Function of the Luxembourg AIFM and a member of the Valuations Committee.• Hold a Fund Board position at a General Partnership managing circa EUR 150 million in real estate assets.• Standardise treasury operations across the European region, optimising cash management and reducing financial risk.• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.• Lead the annual audit process and review annual accounts.• Manage ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives, demonstrating leadership and problem-solving skills under pressure.

Luxembourg

• Managed a diverse client portfolio in real estate, funds, and securitisation industries.• Ensured financial statements compliance with IFRS and local GAAP.• Prepared and reviewed complex group consolidations under Luxembourg GAAP and IFRS.• Advised clients on complex accounting topics, including consolidations, IFRS treatment, and new IFRS impact assessments.• Presented IFRS and consolidation training to company staff.• Liaised with auditors and managed client relationships effectively.

Windhoek, Namibia

• Managed financial operations of a complex banking group and its related parties.• Prepared annual financial statements at company and group levels, ensuring IFRS compliance.• Consolidated quarterly management accounts for Botswana, Zambian, and Namibian banking groups using IBM Cognos TM1.• Conducted financial planning and analysis, including cash flows, budgeting, and forecasting.• Liaised with external/internal auditors and regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance with the Banking Institutions Act and Basel requirements.• Provided technical accounting support on complex transactions and presented financial performance to the Board of Directors.

Windhoek, Namibia

• Managed financial planning, analysis, and cash flow management.• Prepared annual budgets and monthly management accounts.• Liaised with auditors to ensure compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.• Served as Company Secretary and Public Officer, overseeing all statutory and taxation correspondence.

Windhoek, Namibia

• Progressed from Audit Trainee to Audit Manager within three years.• Managed audit engagements across banking, finance, medical insurance, pension funds, and real estate industries.• Ensured compliance with IFRS, tax laws, and financial regulations.• Advised clients on new IFRS implementations and compliance improvements.• Led and developed audit teams, conducted performance reviews, and facilitated professional skills development.• Built and maintained strong client relationships, contributing to business growth.

Bcom Honours, Accounting

Chartered Accountant, Accounting And Finance

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom), Accounting And Finance

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