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Ioanna Konstantinou

@ioannakonstantinou

Financial controller experienced in building finance functions and strengthening governance.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles in mission-driven organisations where I can build or strengthen finance functions, enforce governance, lead IFRS reporting and audit readiness, and mentor teams.

I am a Financial Controller with a proven track record of building finance functions from the ground up in multi-entity, multi-branch environments, delivering IFRS-compliant reporting, audit readiness, and robust internal controls. I have prior AVP-level fund accounting experience managing complex multi-entity structures, leading reporting and audit coordination, and improving financial integrity through system implementations and historical clean-ups.

I intentionally seek to apply strong financial governance and accountability within nonprofit and mission-driven organisations, combining hands-on systems work (Xero, Yardi, Zoho Books) and advanced Excel use with stakeholder management across operations, auditors, and tax advisors. My approach focuses on process implementation, fraud-prevention measures, and clear approval hierarchies to create sustainable, compliant finance functions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CS

Accountant

CITCO Fund Services

Jul 2019 - Feb 2020 (7 months)

Executed accounting tasks including ledger posting, reconciliations and supporting schedules for NAV packs and statutory audits within a fund services environment.

CS

Accounting Associate

CITCO Fund Services

Feb 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 4 months)

Supported fund accounting operations through reconciliations, ledger maintenance and preparation of supporting documentation for reporting and audits.

AA

Client Relationship Agent

AAATrade

Oct 2016 - Dec 2016 (2 months)

Provided client support and account management services for trading clients, handling inquiries and maintaining client relationships.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Sheffield logoUS

University of Sheffield

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Accounting and Financial Management

Completed a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Financial Management focusing on accounting principles and financial management concepts.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants logoAA

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

ACCA (part-completed), Accounting

Commenced ACCA professional qualifications with some exams completed toward chartered accountancy certification.

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London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

LCCI Level 3: Accounting, Accounting

Completed Level 3 qualification in Accounting covering intermediate accounting topics and bookkeeping practices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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