Neo Divane
@neodivane
Senior Accountant and audit specialist driving compliance, process improvement, and reliable financial reporting.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Senior Accountant with over six years' experience in accounting, financial reporting, audit management, and tax compliance. I am eligible for AGA(SA) registration and currently completing the SAICA APC to qualify as a CA(SA).
Throughout my career I have managed full-cycle accounting operations, led audit processes across public and private sectors, and served as primary liaison with auditors to ensure statutory reporting and audit readiness. I have strong technical expertise in IFRS, GAAP, ISA, GRAP and ERP systems including SAP and Oracle.
I prioritise process improvement and control enhancement, having implemented SOPs, reconciliation checklists and automation initiatives that reduced discrepancies and shortened completion times while improving reporting accuracy and compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Accountant
Independent Contractor
Prepare financial statements and management accounts for multiple clients, ensure statutory compliance, and implement process improvements that improved reconciliation accuracy and month-end timeliness.
Accountant
Dr Reddy's Laboratories
Aug 2024 - Nov 2024 (3 months)
Managed month-end close, tax filings and statutory reporting, achieving 100% on-time VAT and employee tax submissions and reducing reconciliation discrepancies by 30% through improved procedures.
Assistant Audit Manager
MGI Ras
Jul 2023 - Mar 2024 (8 months)
Led concurrent audits and implemented risk-based strategies that improved audit efficiency and quality, ensuring zero post-issue adjustments and stronger client relationships.
AAAuditor
Auditor-General South Africa
Jan 2019 - Jun 2023 (4 years 5 months)
Conducted audits across public sector entities, strengthened procurement and reconciliation controls, and delivered findings that closed governance gaps and improved compliance.
Tax Intern
Sappi Southern Africa
Apr 2016 - Mar 2017 (11 months)
Prepared and reconciled VAT returns and income tax computations, improving VAT refund timelines and tax submission accuracy through enhanced documentation and validation processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversity of South Africa
Post Graduate Diploma, Applied Accounting Sciences
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences focused on advanced accounting and professional practice readiness.
UJUniversity of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting covering core accounting, taxation, and financial reporting subjects.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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