Samantha Pillay

Led audit engagements through planning, execution, and conclusion phases, ensuring timely and effective delivery of audit services. Facilitated pre-engagement activities by establishing audit approaches with clients and aligning expectations for a smooth audit process.

Led audit engagements through planning, execution, and conclusion phases, ensuring timely and effective delivery of audit services. Facilitated pre-engagement activities by establishing audit approaches with clients and aligning expectations for a smooth audit process.

Managed audit engagements as the primary contact for daily work, overseeing the conduct of audit work and ensuring fieldwork is completed within the required time frame. Completed the execution of audit sections, including detailed analytical reviews on an overall entity basis and specific sections to assess financial performance and compliance.

Prepared and submitted individual and company tax returns, including provisional tax follow-ups, ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Performed audit, review, and compilation work across various industries, contributing to audit planning and finalizing audit files with proposed audit opinions.

Captured supplier invoices using Shipshape software, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial data. Prepared and reconciled creditor accounts while following up on debtor payments to maintain healthy cash flow.

Captured and processed bank statements, ensuring accurate reconciliation and timely updates to financial records. Performed general administrative duties, supporting the finance team with documentation, filing, and correspondence.

Completed a postgraduate diploma focusing on advanced accounting principles and practices. This program enhanced my understanding of complex financial reporting and auditing standards.

Obtained a postgraduate diploma in accounting, deepening my knowledge in financial management and analysis. This built upon my undergraduate studies to prepare for professional accounting roles.

Earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Accounting. This program provided a strong foundation in financial accounting, management accounting, and taxation principles.

Completed the National Senior Certificate program, achieving foundational knowledge across various subjects. This certificate prepared me for higher education and professional development.