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Ralph Smart

@ralphsmart

Chartered accountant driving financial operations, planning, forecasting, compliance and strategic improvements.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a remote finance role where I can apply accounting, governance and process-transformation skills to support operations and strategic initiatives, driving accuracy and efficiency.

I am a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in accounting, regulatory governance and business process transformation across retail, manufacturing and financial services. I have led finance functions for multi-store retail and e-commerce operations, managed financial operations for a major UK savings and investment business, and delivered audit and advisory services at a partner level.

My career highlights include directing financial planning and cash-flow management, managing relationships with regulators, auditors, tax authorities, and driving profitability through strategic analysis and operational efficiency. I seek a remote role where I can apply operational support and strategic initiative expertise to deliver accurate reporting, compliant controls and measurable business improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

South African Institute of Chartered Accountants logoSA

South African Institute of Chartered Accountants

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), Chartered Accountancy

1986 -

Qualified and admitted as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and became a SAICA member.

University of Natal logoUN

University of Natal

Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy, Accountancy

1985 - 1985

Completed a postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy to further professional accounting qualifications.

University of Natal logoUN

University of Natal

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

1980 - 1984

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree with coursework in accounting and related business subjects.

MC

Matriculation Certificate

Matriculation Certificate, Secondary Education

1979 - 1979

Obtained Matriculation certificate with subjects including Mathematics, English, Afrikaans, History, Biology and Science.

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