Paula Walker Email & Phone Number

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Kloof, Durban

As a qualified accountant, my financial functions on the executive team included the analytical review of the management accounts, development and approval of the budget and forecasts as well as the development and implementation of remuneration policies and procedures. I lead the new business initiative, and as a member of the investment sub committee.

South Africa

As a qualified financial planner I managed a client base of approximately 250 individuals across a spectrum of ages and occupations. I managed a new business target whilst maintaining a client retention ratio of approximately 98%. My client base was always FICA and FAIS compliant.

South Africa

As a new entrant into the industry I worked alongside experienced financial planners. Initially I assisted with administrative tasks to understand the industry fundamentals. As my technical knowledge increased I progressed to compiling and implementing financial plans.

Durban

Seaboard Trading and Shipping’s main business is commodity trading with the primary commodities being wheat, soy bean meal and corn.I was responsible for managing the accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash, management accounting and financial accounting functions and teamsOverall responsibility for the preparation of the South African company results.

London, England, United Kingdom

Following the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and Smith Kline Beecham, the new entity underwent significant systems and staffing changes. I joined the shared financial services team as the internal controls manager. I oversaw the allocation and completeness of reconciliations for all significant balance sheet accounts. I was instrumental in developing a business.

London, England, United Kingdom

Following my experience in the internal audit division, I was appointed as the business analyst for the Global Risk Solutions division. The analysis focused on budget variances, profitability and bench-marking. I also drafted a zero based profit and loss budget for the division.

London, England, United Kingdom

Planning, execution of and reporting on operational audits across numerous business sectors.

London, England, United Kingdom

I was responsible for the financial accounting of three offices based in the US and shared responsibility for the London operation.

Durban

Post Graduate Diploma In Financial Planning, Financial Planning And Services

Post Graduate Certificate In Education (Pgce), Education

Post Graduate Diploma In Accounting, Accounting

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Accounting And Finance

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