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Rutendo Sithole

@rutendosithole

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I lead multinational group reporting, consolidations, IFRS compliance, and finance transformation.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead multinational finance reporting, consolidation, transformation, and strategic business partnering in a complex, growth-focused environment where I can strengthen controls, develop teams, and support executive decision-making.

I lead group financial reporting, consolidations, statutory compliance, budgeting, and executive reporting for WhitePearl Technology Group AB, a multinational group with more than 50 subsidiaries across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and the Americas. I support the CFO, Finance Director, Executive Committee, and Board with financial insight, performance analysis, and strategic advice.

Across roles at PPS Mutual, HLB CMA South Africa, DKM Otiram & Co, and Alteram Solutions, I've delivered audit, tax, management accounting, project finance, reconciliations, and process improvement. As a qualified CA(SA), I combine IFRS expertise with finance systems, reporting automation, AI-enabled finance tools, and team development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Group Finance Manager

Current

WhitePearl Technology Group AB

Nov 2025 - Present (10 months)

Lead group financial reporting, consolidations, and statutory compliance for a multinational group with over 50 subsidiaries. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, and lead finance transformation initiatives.

Operational Finance Accountant

PPS Mutual

Mar 2025 - Sep 2025 (6 months)

Managed end-to-end credit control and debtor management, performed financial reconciliations, and supported month-end close processes. Assisted with external audits and produced financial reports for brokers and intermediaries.

Credit Control Debtor Management Financial Reconciliations Month End Closing Journal Processing Balance Sheet Reconciliation Accruals Prepayments External Audit Support Financial Analysis Variance Analysis Process Improvement Stakeholder Management Finance Transformation

Senior Audit & Tax Consultant

HLB CMA South Africa Inc.

Sep 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 4 months)

Led external audits, independent reviews, and assurance engagements across multiple industries. Provided tax compliance and advisory services, including income tax, VAT, PAYE, and provisional tax, and represented clients in SARS audits and disputes.

External Audits Audit Engagements IFRS IFRS for SMEs Audit Standards (ISA)Financial Statement Preparation Tax Compliance Income tax VAT PAYE Provisional Tax Tax Planning SARS Audits Tax Controversy Internal Controls Risk Assessment Governance Process Improvement Stakeholder Management

Audit Senior

D K Motiram & Co

Sep 2021 - Aug 2022 (11 months)

Progressed from Trainee Accountant to Audit Senior, leading external audits and assurance engagements for a diverse portfolio of entities. Prepared financial statements and tax computations, and supervised junior staff.

External Audits Audit Engagements ISA IFRS IFRS for SMEs Audit Planning Risk Assessment Analytical Reviews Substantive Testing Financial Statement Review Internal Controls Tax Computation VAT PAYE Income tax Supervision Mentorship

Project Accountant

Altera MS Solutions

May 2021 - Aug 2021 (3 months)

Managed project accounting activities including billing, contract revenue recognition, and work-in-progress reporting. Prepared management reports and executive reporting packs, and oversaw fixed asset management and tax compliance.

Project Accounting Billing Revenue Recognition WIP Reporting Month End Closing Journal Processing Reconciliations Accruals Management Accounts Financial Statements IFRS Fixed Asset Management Tax Compliance Internal Controls External Audit Support Process Improvement

Trainee Accountant

D K Motiram & Co

Jan 2019 - May 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Assisted in audit, accounting, taxation, and advisory services for a diverse portfolio of entities. Supported audit engagements and financial statement preparation.

Audit Support Accounting Taxation Financial Statements IFRS IFRS for SMEs VAT PAYE Income tax

Financial Accountant

Altera MS Solutions

Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 (4 months)

Managed financial accounting activities including month-end close, journal processing, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Prepared management reports and supported tax compliance and external audits.

Financial Accounting Month End Closing Journal Processing Reconciliations Accruals Management Accounts Financial Statements IFRS Tax Compliance Internal Controls External Audit Support

Financial Accountant

DNM Estates Pty Ltd

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)

Managed financial accounting duties including financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.

Financial Accounting Financial Reporting Reconciliations Compliance

Lecturer

Synercademy

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 11 months)

Delivered lectures and educational content to students, likely in accounting or finance subjects.

Teaching Accounting Finance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

South Africa Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)

Membership (CA(SA)), Accounting

Qualified as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) in 2025, having completed the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) in 2024 and the Initial Test of Competence (ITC) in 2020.