Kenan Sergel

Detail-oriented accounting professional with completed SAICA articles and hands-on experience in full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit support. Skilled in managing financial records, strengthening internal controls, and supporting compliance with IFRS and tax requirements. Recognized for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy.

Head Office Accountant at Porsche South Africa (2025-02 – Present)

Responsible for daily accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliation processes within the finance department, and head office accounting support for Lamborghini and Bentley South Africa.

• Perform daily accounting functions including journal entries, transaction reviews, and financial reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate bank and general ledger reconciliations to support financial integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare financial documentation and reports for internal and external audit requirements.
• Strengthen internal control procedures to enhance fraud prevention and mitigate financial risk.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Support compliance with tax regulations and financial reporting standards.
• Administer and reconcile petty cash transactions in local and foreign currencies.
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Drafted a business plan to expand investment operations into the precious metals coin trading market.
• Review foreign currency exchange rates daily to hedge and initiate factory payments at favorable rates to reduce purchasing costs.

Audit Trainee (SAICA Articles) at Papilsky Hurwitz Chartered Accountants (S.A.) (2022-02 – 2025-01)

Completed SAICA training articles while gaining practical experience in external audit and accounting engagements across multiple industries.

• Assisted in planning and executing financial audits for a diverse portfolio of client organizations.
• Performed risk assessments and evaluated internal control systems to identify financial and operational risks.
• Prepared detailed audit working papers and supporting financial analyses in accordance with audit standards.
• Reviewed financial statements for compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards and applicable regulations.
• Conducted reconciliations, analytical reviews, and substantive testing to validate financial information.
• Identified financial discrepancies and internal control deficiencies and provided recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborated with senior auditors and client management to resolve audit findings and financial issues.

BCTA in Bridging Certificate in the Theory of Accounting – University of Johannesburg (2022 – 2023)

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting – University of Johannesburg (2019 – 2021)

High School Diploma – Parktown Boys' High School (2013 – 2018)