Jean Van Der Westhuizen
Windhoek
Summary
Dynamic Audit Supervisor at Grant Thornton Neuhaus, recognised for enhancing audit efficiency and compliance through the implementation of best practices. Skilled in financial statement auditing, combined with the ability to coach teams, facilitates effective risk identification and mitigation. A commitment to continuous improvement ensures successful outcomes in audit environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Supervisor
Grant Thornton Neuhaus
Windhoek, Namibia
10.2020 - Current
- Prioritized multiple, concurrent projects to deliver high-quality results.
- Participated in the preparation of financial statements and related notes, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Conducted interviews with management personnel to obtain an understanding of business processes.
- Made recommendations to resolve compliance audit findings.
- Researched and implemented best practices to improve audit results.
- Prepared written reports summarizing audit findings and recommendations for corrective action plans.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Identified potential areas of risk or non-compliance with regulations and standards.
- Conducted financial audits to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
- Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
Education
ACCA - Chartered Accountant
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
London07-2025
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Financial Accounting - Bachelor of Accounting
University of South Africa
Pretoria12-2023
Commercial Pilots License - Aviation
Cape Town Flight Training Centre
Cape Town10-2020
Private Pilot License - Aviation
Signa Aviation
Windhoek11-2019
Skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Internal control evaluation
- Audit management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Technology integration and automation
- Taxation principles
- Staff supervision
- Financial statement auditing
- Employee supervision
- Audit planning and execution
Affiliations
- Watching sports
- Going to the gym
- Watching car reviews
Accomplishments
- Clerk of the Year - 2023
Certification
- National position holder for Strategic Business Reporting, September 2024
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
- Pieter Jansen van Vuuren - Audit Partner - Pieter.JansenVanVuuren@na.gt.com
- Reho Maartens - Audit Partner - Reho.Maartens@na.gt.com
Timeline
Audit Supervisor
Grant Thornton Neuhaus
10.2020 - Current
ACCA - Chartered Accountant
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Financial Accounting - Bachelor of Accounting
University of South Africa
Commercial Pilots License - Aviation
Cape Town Flight Training Centre
Private Pilot License - Aviation
Signa Aviation
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