Daylin Maharaj

Developed and executed company financial strategy, overseeing reporting, forecasting and budgeting while implementing operational business models for short-term, life and funeral operations to support growth and compliance.

Developed and maintained operational business models for short-term, life and funeral operations, led staff management and succession planning, and improved quality assurance and compliance across processes while overseeing financial and customer-complaints management.

Performed full remote audit engagements including HUD audits, managed and reviewed engagement teams and working papers, and provided coaching to improve audit quality across PwC and Bernard Robinson engagements.

Managed a portfolio of clients and engagement teams executing full audit, independent review and compilation engagements, fund audits and specified procedures while training junior staff and participating in tender briefings.

Executed full audit, review and compilation engagements, performed specified audit procedures and fund audits, and supervised and trained junior audit clerks while supporting tender briefings.

Completed SAICA articles and managed audit, review and compilation engagements, prepared tax submissions (income tax, VAT, IT48), monthly management accounts and reconciliations while maintaining fixed asset and inventory records.

Managed staff, drove performance targets and improved work ethic and customer service standards across store operations.

Performed SARS submissions and enquiries and bookkeeping to trial balance using Pastel, and maintained general filing and accounting support duties.

Delivered customer service under varying conditions, contributing to sales and earning advancement to managerial responsibilities.

Provided table service, managed customer orders and maintained a welcoming dining environment while developing customer interaction skills.

Completed RE1 and RE5 regulatory examinations for financial services in 2021.

Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences (CTA level 2) in 2019.

Grade: 75%

Completed an Advanced Diploma in Accounting Sciences in 2018 with distinction (aggregate 75%).

Grade: 80%

Completed an Advanced Certificate in Accounting Sciences in 2017 with an aggregate of 80%.

Completed a BCom degree with majors in Finance and Supply Chain Management between 2011 and 2014.

Completed National Senior Certificate (matriculation) in 2010.