
Kgopolo Larry Maphula
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An experienced external auditor with a strong foundation in risk assessment and financial reporting processes, specializing in listed and unlisted companies. Proficient in reviewing internal controls & identifying weaknesses.

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Lenasia Secondary School
NSC. National Senior Certificate | 2014
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Mathematics
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Accounting
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Geography
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Life Sciences (Biology)
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Work Experience.
Entering the working world.
External Auditor
Company Role
BDO SA Inc
2021-1-31 - Present
• Plan and manage the audits, including liaison with clients and other stakeholders.
• Advise/Assist Clients on the appropriate application of Accounting Standards for their Financial Reporting Function.
• Research and prepare a Memorandum on complex accounting Standards to assist clients in their Financial Reporting.
• Review the Client’s Annual Financial Statements and ensure they are prepared per IFRS.
• Review Laws and Regulations applicable to the client and assist clients with compliance with applicable Laws and Regulations.
• Build and Manage relationships with clients and Other Stakeholders.
• Evaluating compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), IFRS for SMEs, and other relevant statutory requirements (e.g., Companies Act, Income Tax Act, King Code of Corporate Governance, VAT Act).
• Understanding the entity-level controls of the client, identify and assist clients in Managing Business Risks.
• Overall detailed analysis and review of financial statements, including key ratios as informed by the markets.
• Evaluate and assist with the work of audit juniors for quality and compliance.
• Analyse industry reports and market trends to evaluate external factors that could influence clients’ cost structures.
• Perform variance analysis comparing budgeted vs actual figures to pinpoint areas of significant variances.
• Identify operational deficiencies noted by the internal auditors and strategies proposed by the auditors and assess how these may pose a risk to the audit engagement.
• Led a team of auditors in managing performance, compliance, and service standards across various facilities. Ensured the team met all audit deadlines and maintained high standards of accuracy and integrity.
• Performing client acceptance risk assessment and monitoring any changes within the client that may impact the audit.
• Using data analysis techniques & reports to assess data, enabling me to identify unusual patterns within the assigned financial statement area (Accounts Receivables; Revenue; Cost of sales; & Inventory)
• Reviewed and audited leasing agreements and financial reports, verifying accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Led a team of auditors in managing performance, compliance, and service standards across various facilities. Ensured the team met all audit deadlines and maintained high standards of accuracy and integrity.
• Identify operational deficiencies noted by the internal auditors and strategies proposed by the auditors and assess how these may pose a risk to the audit engagement.
• Review and assessment of group consolidations per IFRS and IFRS for SMEs.
• Assist in the preparation of taxation calculations for companies in South Africa.
• Performing the reconciliation of VAT, Taxation, Bank, and Fixed Asset.
• Providing financial advisory and insight to the clients, cash flow management, financial planning, and budgeting and forecasting.
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University Academic.
Undergraduate Degree
University of Johannesburg
Bcomm Accounting
Academic Average: 62.50%
Graduation Date: 2017-12-30
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Postgraduate Degree
University of Johannesburg
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences
Academic Average: 50.00%
Graduation Date: 2020-12-30
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