Ingrid Colesky
@ingridcolesky
Chartered Accountant (SA) driving FP&A, reporting automation and strategic insights.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Chartered Accountant (SA) with deep experience in financial planning, reporting, audit and systems accounting, having led FP&A for multiple business divisions and delivered automated reporting solutions that improved timeliness and accuracy. I collaborate with executive leadership to align financial performance with business objectives and present actionable KPI-driven insights to senior management.
I have led audits and managed teams, coached junior staff, and handled company tax compliance and financial statements across diverse sectors including FMCG, construction and logistics. Technically proficient in IFRS, advanced Excel, Power BI and QuickBooks, I focus on process design, reporting automation and delivering strategic financial improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of FP&A
EasyPay (Pty) Ltd
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Lead FP&A for four business divisions, managing budgeting, forecasting and variance tracking while delivering automated reporting that improved timeliness and accuracy. Built interactive Power BI dashboards and provided strategic financial insights to executive leadership to enhance decision-making.
Web3 Financial Accountant
Autonomous-Contract Role
Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 (2 months)
Managed bookkeeping and financial operations for up to five clients using QuickBooks and prepared quarterly management accounts including full financial statements and cash flows. Ensured compliance and timely submissions for client tax obligations.
BTJunior Audit Manager
BDO Cape Town
Feb 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Led audit planning and execution for teams of 3–6 staff across FMCG, construction and logistics clients, delivering risk-based audits and presenting findings to senior stakeholders. Coached junior auditors and improved audit quality and internal controls.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NPNorth-West University, Potchefstroom
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting, Accounting
2020 - 2020
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting to prepare for professional accounting qualifications.
NPNorth-West University, Potchefstroom
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
2017 - 2019
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting focusing on accounting principles and financial reporting from 2017 to 2019.
Richards Bay High School
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Completed secondary schooling, graduating in 2016.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
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