Zaakira bhyat

Spearheaded high-impact financial due diligence engagements for both buy-side and sell-side advisory, delivering comprehensive Quality of Earnings (QoE) and Net Working Capital (NWC) analyses. Utilized Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI to streamline data analysis, build advanced financial models, and develop interactive dashboards. Managed the end-to-end due diligence process and supervised j

Conducted financial due diligence for clients across manufacturing, healthcare, and retail, performing Quality of Earnings (QoE) and Net Working Capital (NWC) analyses. Prepared financial data books and assisted in drafting comprehensive due diligence reports. Led engagements, performing detailed financial analysis and managing client communications.

Supervised a team of 6 in preparing financial statements for hedge funds and unit trusts, ensuring compliance with IFRS and LUX GAAP. Coordinated audit activities, reviewed financial documents, and resolved client and audit queries. Maintained strong client relationships and ensured timely delivery of financial statements.

Managed audits for hedge funds, international manufacturing companies, and start-up pharmaceutical businesses. Led audit procedures from planning through execution, including inventory valuation, payroll testing, and revenue recognition. Assisted in evaluating going concern assumptions and reconciled research and development costs.

Conducted audits for major clients in banking, asset management, and manufacturing sectors, leading audits for Satrix Managers, Investec Ltd, and UBS SA. Performed detailed testing on investment valuations, taxation, and intercompany transactions. Supervised junior audit staff, ensuring high-quality audit work from planning to execution.

Activities and societies: Ducks Award, top performer in the district for underperforming schools.

Graduated from Roshnee Secondary School with distinctions in Economics, Accounting, and Life Orientation. Received the Ducks Award and was recognized as the top performer in the district for underperforming schools.

Earned a Bachelor of Business Science in Accounting and Finance, covering core areas of financial management and accounting. This degree laid the foundation for a career in finance and auditing.

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting, focusing on key subjects such as Financial Accounting, Taxation, Auditing, and Management Accounting and Finance. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of advanced accounting principles and practices.