Sisipho Takayi

Finance, Audit & Risk Professional

Finance, audit and risk professional with more than five years’ experience across external audit, internal audit and transactional finance within multinational and retail environments. Experienced in financial data analysis, reconciliations, compliance and control testing, investigating exceptions and evaluating the accuracy and completeness of financial information. Brings additional experience in cross-border stakeholder coordination, audit information management, advanced Excel and SAP ERP. Currently pursuing CISA certification, with a strong interest in financial risk, regulatory compliance and data integrity.

Budapest, Hungary

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Work Experience

Senior Auditor

KPMG COE HungaryBudapest

Nov 2023 — Present

Executed substantive audit procedures across multinational engagements, including revenue recognition and accounts receivable testing for a pharmaceutical company, and revenue contract reviews and operating expense testing for an IT consulting company; evaluated the accuracy and completeness of financial information, investigated discrepancies and exceptions, and exercised professional judgement in reaching and documenting audit conclusions.
Analysed financial transactions and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies, unusual items and classification matters, working with client stakeholders to obtain explanations and resolve audit queries.
Managed audit information requirements and engagement deliverables, coordinating with client contacts and geographically dispersed audit teams to monitor outstanding requests, resolve queries, track key milestones and escalate matters affecting audit timelines.
Coordinated cross-border statutory audit activities with Group, Centre of Excellence and local audit teams, supporting alignment of audit requirements, timelines and deliverables across multiple jurisdictions.
Prepared audit working papers and supporting documentation in accordance with audit methodology and quality requirements, clearly documenting procedures performed, evidence evaluated and conclusions reached.
Provided coaching and technical guidance to junior auditors, supporting consistent application of audit methodology and timely completion of assigned audit procedures.

Internal Audit Assistant

Woolworths Holdings LtdCape Town, Western Cape

Apr 2021 — Oct 2023

Executed risk-based operational, financial and compliance audits across retail business functions, including audit planning, process walkthroughs, risk assessment and evaluation of internal controls.
Performed control testing and data analysis to assess control effectiveness, identify anomalies and exceptions, and determine whether key business risks were appropriately managed.
Conducted payroll process and turnover certificate reviews, assessing the accuracy, completeness and reliability of financial and operational information.
Prepared electronic audit reports and supporting working papers that documented audit procedures, findings, root causes, risk implications and recommendations in accordance with internal audit standards and methodology.
Investigated control deficiencies and root causes, engaging with management and process owners to validate findings and develop practical recommendations to strengthen controls and business processes.
Administered whistleblowing and ethics case management processes, supporting investigations, assessing reported risks, documenting findings and monitoring remediation actions.

Accounts Clerk

Rainbow CivilsCape Town, Western Cape

Nov 2019 — Mar 2021

Managed accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, payment preparation and maintenance of complete financial records and audit trails.
Performed supplier and cashbook reconciliations, consolidated financial information from multiple sources, and investigated and resolved discrepancies.
Prepared payment worksheets, processed supplier payments, and maintained complete financial records and audit trails
Supported month-end financial processes through accurate record keeping and timely processing of transactions
Performed due diligence on supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls
Provided executive and administrative support to company leadership, managing email correspondence and calendars, coordinating meetings and schedules, and supporting general business administration.

Skills

Risk & Control DocumentationInternal Control EvaluationGovernance, Risk & Compliance Risk Reporting & RecommendationsAdvanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP)SAP ERP SystemsSage PastelMicrosoft Office SuiteProcess ImprovementFraud Risk ManagementAI-Assisted Research & AnalysisProcess Monitoring Stakeholder EngagementCross-Functional CollaborationDocumentation & Information ManagementTraining & CoachingFinancial Data AnalysisProject ManagementRegulatory & Audit DocumentationException InvestigationReconciliations & Data Integrity

Education

Bachelor of Technology, Internal Auditing

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Diploma, Internal Auditing

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Certifications

Internal Audit Technician (IAT) - Associate Member

Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA)

CISA Examination Candidate

ISACA

In Progress (Expected 2026)

Languages

English

Fluent

Xhosa

Native

References available upon request.