I am an experienced Chartered Accountant trainee (expected sign-off December 2019) proficient in leading and participating in audits within major financial services organisations which includes stockbroking, life and short-term insurance, collective investment schemes, property developers and private equity companies, as well as commercial and investment banking organisations. Aligned with my career objective, I pursued a rigorous interview process and was accepted into the KPMG Financial Engineering Group. This enabled me to complete specialist training relating to valuations, capital and equity management and tools. My reason for applying for the position is that it will allow me to be associated with an industry leader and an organisation where innovative leadership is displayed as well as the opportunity to be exposed to strong mentors and to gain further experience within a field I am passionate about. Herewith a summary of further achievements, skills and competencies which I am eager to invest in your organisation - - Skilled in adopting an ethics-based and perceptive approach while planning, executing, and completing key audits in compliance with IFRS. - Record of quickly adapting to change, being diligent, paying close attention to detail, working hard and swiftly grasping and applying complex technical knowledge. - Secure client loyalty and commitment through developing solid relationships of trust. - Performance recognised through being delegated escalated levels of responsibilities. - Focussed on identifying opportunities to improve procedures that result in cost and time savings. - Well versed in completing tasks independently and in efficiently planning and optimising time. - Display a balanced approach when resolving conflict in pressure and deadline driven environments. - Embrace opportunities of learning by pursuing research and engaging with mentors and experts. - Utilise advanced level of computer literacy while completing daily tasks. - Committed team player willing to work hard and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve corporate objectives. - Perform all duties with honesty and integrity and display respect for diversity in people, cultures, and confidentiality. - Keen interest in business, deal making and trading evident from ventures pursued in my spare time. I benefit by being self-motivated and displaying a positive attitude. During my spare time I enjoy reading, MTB cycling, equity and crypto trading and specifically researching, analysing and valuing companies and equity investments. An invitation to escalate my application to the next level will be considered a compliment.