Getruth Mthembi

Provided financial leadership across diversified manufacturing, retail, and motor dealership operations, guiding a finance team of 14 and ensuring the timely review and consolidation of financial reports.

Prepared and reviewed Annual Financial Statements ensuring IFRS compliance and management reporting alignment.

Led month-end and year-end closing processes with timely and accurate financial results submission.

Increased financial efficiency by automating reporting processes, saving approximately R25,000 monthly.

Reviewed and approved balance sheet reconciliations, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.

Prepared and reviewed tax returns ensuring statutory compliance across SA and international requirements.

Handled complex accounting transactions including Revenue recognition (IFRS 15), Lease accounting (IFRS 16), and Intercompany eliminations.

Consolidated financial reports from multiple entities ensuring accuracy and compliance with group standards.

Prepared management reports and variance analyses highlighting key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.

Developed and monitored budgets and forecasts, providing strategic insights for cost optimization.

Managed cash flow and working capital to optimize liquidity and ensure business sustainability.

Assessed Group's going concern assumption to ensure financial stability and audit compliance.

Liaised with external auditors ensuring smooth audit processes and compliance with audit requirements.

Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses.

Played key role in strategic planning sessions offering insights that shaped company growth direction.

Collaborated with IT to develop secure electronic invoicing system, reducing processing times and errors.

Prepared and reviewed journal entries ensuring accuracy and accounting standards compliance.

Fostered continuous improvement culture by training team members on financial best practices and software enhancements.

Maintained strong relationships with auditors, financial institutions, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Reported directly to Financial Director.

Played a key role in the development of the business plan by providing valuable insights and support.

Conducted comprehensive assessment to identify assets in distress, evaluating financial health and operational performance.

Conducted budget analysis and forecasting to inform decision-making and ensure compliance with budgetary goals.

Developed and implemented internal controls to streamline processes and improve accuracy of financial data.

Prepared detailed management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in reporting financial performance.

Consolidated multiple financial statements from various subsidiaries, aligning with group reporting standards.

Collaborated closely with auditors to ensure prompt and efficient provision of necessary information.

Developed and implemented internal controls, identifying control deficiencies and providing insightful recommendations.

Conducted audits of financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP, IFRS, UK FRS 101/2, and PCAOB standards.

Analyzed financial statements and created reports to present to stakeholders, resulting in improved decision-making.

Calculated tax for multiple entities and audited client's tax computation to ensure compliance.

Reconciled financial accounts and identified discrepancies, resulting in improved accuracy of financial statements.

Analyzed financial statements to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.

Prepared separate and consolidated cash flow statements providing insights on cash position.

Tested journal entries to determine whether material misstatements have occurred, providing recommendations.

Assessed the Going concern of multiple entities to determine resources needed for future operations.

Conducted complex testing of IFRS 2, 3, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 18 and IAS standards.

Generated weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports for management.

Worked with clients across Manufacturing & Distribution, Retail, Wired Telecommunication, Information Technology, Investments, Holding Companies, and Business services.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to perform audit of statutory entities, including audit planning to finalization.

Performed walk through of business processes to understand controls and assess appropriateness to prevent/detect misstatement.

Helped businesses identify fraud and provide resolutions to prevent fraudulent activities.

Prepared tax calculations and audited tax computations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Drafted audit reports for review by engagement partners.

Performed accounts reconciliation including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation.

Prepared consolidated cash flows.

Created a budgeting system that reduced operating costs.

Reviewed annual financial statements to ensure compliance with applicable reporting standards.

Analyzed models to ensure that inputs are accurate and complete.

Conducted lifestyle audit to support forensic team and flagged anomalies.

Conducted complex testing of IFRS 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, IFRS for SME's and IAS standards.

Worked with clients across Power energy, Marketing, Airlines, Investments, Municipality, Transportation, Research/Education, Corporate Finance, Mining Exploration.

Prepared and presented financial reports to senior management that provided insights into the organization's financial health.

Analyzed and interpreted financial ratios to identify trends and variances in the company's financial performance.

Played a key role in the development of the business plan by providing valuable insights and support.

Conducted a comprehensive assessment to identify assets in distress, evaluating the financial health and operational performance of key assets across the organization.

Conducted budget analysis and forecasting to inform decision-making and ensure compliance with budgetary goals.

Developed and implemented internal controls to streamline processes and improve accuracy of financial data.

Prepared detailed management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in reporting financial performance for the organization.

Consolidated and prepared multiple financial statements from various subsidiaries, aligning with group reporting standards, and ensuring consistency across all entities.

Collaborated closely with auditors to ensure the prompt and efficient provision of necessary information, facilitating a smooth and timely audit process.

Supported the setup and organization of exhibitions and events.

Assisted students in understanding core concepts in accounting, economics, and business studies.