Kobus van Heerden

Finance @N/A

Financial AnalystAccountantAuditor🏦 FinanceTax Professional

With over three years of experience in finance and external audit and qualified as an AGA(SA), coupled with my ongoing pursuit of the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your team. In my previous role as a Senior Audit Associate at Crowe, I have successfully led engagement teams on diverse audit assignments, streamlined client accounting processes, and enhanced internal control procedures. This experience has honed my skills in financial analysis, compliance, and team leadership. My ability to manage and optimize financial processes was further demonstrated during my tenure as Sales & Debtors Controller at Cultigrain, where I improved the average debtor’s collection rate, significantly enhancing the company's cash conversion cycle. I have gained extensive experience in the sectors of manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, energy, agribusiness, farming operations, healthcare, automotive, real estate and construction. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce Honors in Financial Accountancy and a Bachelor of Commerce in Chartered Accountancy from North-West University, both of which have provided me with a solid academic foundation in advanced commercial law, financial analysis, and accounting technologies. My thesis on the impact of artificial intelligence on the auditing profession underscores my keen interest in leveraging technology to drive financial innovation and efficiency. Beyond my professional and academic achievements, I have a passion for running and cooking, activities that keep me balanced and focused. I am fluent in both Afrikaans and English, with basic proficiency in German, enabling me to communicate effectively in diverse environments. I am confident that my proactive approach, combined with my expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning, will be an asset to your team.