Lesley-Anne Andrews

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.