Lesley-Anne Andrews
@lesleyanneandrews
Chartered Accountant with expertise in financial analysis and governance.
What I'm looking for
I am a registered Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) with extensive experience in financial analysis, corporate governance, and financial risk management. My career has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for driving financial performance across various sectors, including banking and insurance.
Currently, I serve as a Financial Manager at Access Bank, where I lead performance reporting and oversee the tax function. My previous roles include significant contributions to Sanlam Emerging Markets and the South African Reserve Bank, where I honed my skills in regulatory supervision and risk assessment. I take pride in my ability to implement effective financial controls and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Manager in Banking
Access Bank South Africa
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Managed daily, weekly, and monthly performance reporting for business units and external stakeholders, including year-to-date actual performance and actual versus budget analysis. Performed technical assessments and reviews of accounting treatment in accordance with IFRS, and executed the annual budgeting process.
Financial Manager: Operational Finance in Life Insurance
Sanlam Emerging Markets – Sanlam Pan Africa Life Insurance
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Ensured valid, accurate, and complete data transfer between different data sources through review and query processes. Delivered an automated balance sheet reconciliation tool and rolled it out to offshore subsidiaries, providing user training and support.
Associate Bank Analyst in Regulatory Supervision of Banks
South African Reserve Bank (Prudential Authority)
Jul 2022 - Present (3 years)
Reviewed regulatory financial returns (BA610) for offshore banking entities, assessing performance trends and adherence to prudential requirements. Analyzed governance structures in accordance with best practice and tracked outstanding issues.
Junior Bank Analyst in Regulatory Supervision of Banks
South African Reserve Bank (Prudential Authority)
Feb 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Reviewed regulatory financial returns for offshore banking entities and analyzed governance structures in accordance with best practice. Compiled risk reviews for offshore entities, assessing financial and non-financial risks.
Audit Senior in External Auditing
Auditor General of South-Africa
Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Designed and implemented an Assets under Management governance framework for external audit purposes. Reviewed and reported on King IV adherence, National Credit Act compliance, and Basel Accords capital adequacy.
SAICA Trainee Auditor in External Auditing
Auditor General of South-Africa
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)
Prepared and reviewed risk-based audit approaches and audited annual financial statements, performance reports, and compliance with laws and regulations. Analyzed internal controls for financial reporting and compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Post Graduate Diploma, Applied Accounting Sciences (CTA)
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences (CTA) at the University of South Africa (UNISA). This program provided advanced knowledge in accounting principles and practices.
University of Stellenbosch
Bachelor ’s Degree, Accounting
Obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Stellenbosch. The curriculum covered core accounting concepts and prepared for a career in finance.
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