Unlocking value and putting you in control of your tax...With over two decades of expertise in tax, I've actively shaped best practices in tax strategy, control frameworks, and integrated reporting across Africa. My primary focus centers on the Financial Services sector, specialising in serving banks and asset managers. I also contribute to Retail, Construction, Mining, and Telecommunications clients.SPECIALISATIONAs a seasoned professional, I specialise in providing internal assurance on tax risk to governing boards, audit committees, and management teams. My team excel in tax risk management, evaluating the design and effectiveness of internal tax controls, and providing tailored solutions that create tax value for internal and external stakeholders.We've proactively addressed skill shortages, offering clients multiple options and incorporating tax technologies to manage tax deliverables where internal capacity and skill still need to be improved.ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT AND SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIESBeyond corporate roles, I consult with universities, guest lecturing at the University of Johannesburg and the University of Pretoria. My Tax Risk Management lectures contribute to Tax Honours and Tax Master programs, preparing the next generation of tax professionals.I frequently speak at conferences and seminars and enjoy contributing to thought leadership pieces and op-eds. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS• Joined BDO as a Tax Director and the head of Corporate Tax Consulting• Former South African Leader of Tax Reporting and Strategy at PwC• Previous role as the Head of Tax Risk at Nedbank• Completed my training and started my tax career at EYQUALIFICATIONS• BCom(Acc)• BCom(Hons)(Acc)• Certificate in the Theory of Accountancy (CTA)• Post Graduate Certificate (Mining Tax Law)• MCom(Tax)• Chartered Tax Adviser (SA)PASSIONS BEYOND WORKDuring my downtime, I engage in horse riding, boxing and sparring, yoga, ceramics, and pottery. I'm also researching for my PhD proposal.I've developed and brought professional tax services to market, implemented business strategies, and turned around tax practices. I'd like to connect with you to explore how my wealth of experience can benefit your organisation. Open to networking, collaboration, and speaking opportunities.