An accomplished and resilient chartered accountant with extensive experience in local and international accounting, financial management and financial analysis expertise across the agriculture and manufacturing industries. Adept strategic financial thinker with expertise in developing financial strategies that drive economic sustainability and excels at acting as a finance business partner at the executive level. Skilled in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting. Managing multiple assignments while meeting tight deadline schedules has proven an imperative success factor. Proven ability to impact operations and profitability through implementation of financial management, cost reductions, finance and other efficiency improvements with a strong focus on people development. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and ability to constructively engage with diverse internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including across cultural boundaries. A flexible, collaborative, and values focussed team player and leader. QualificationsBachelors & Honours degree in Accounting, University of StellenboschMemberships:South African Institute of Chartered AccountantsZambia Institute of Chartered AccountantsInstitute of Directors of South AfricaPerformance Insights:Improving internal control environment around financial reporting from “requiring improvement” to “compliant” within three months of joiningEnhanced timing, quality and depth of analysis in board and audit and risk committee reporting packs, including coaching a sub-ordinate on drafting professional minutesEarly implementation of enhanced reporting methodologyEmbedding and enhanced utilisation of ERP at ParmalatSuccessfully applying business combination accounting on a significant mergerCertified IFRS trainer while at PWCSkillsTechnical proficiency in Financial Accounting and AuditingRisk managementProcesses, systems and controlsAnalyticalDetailed focussedOrganisingStrategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysisTeam playerAutonomous and taking initiative Problem-solvingLeadership – coaching, guiding and mentoringDecision-makingRelationship building with all stakeholdersVerbal and written communication and presentationHigh ethical standardsIT: ERP (SAP, Sage & BPCS), Pastel Accounting, Hyperion, MS OfficeI am planning to relocate to Australia or New Zealand, eligible for relevant work visas & residence, working with a licensed immigration adviser, and available for opportunities & interviews.