Anela Nyhonyha

Chartered Accountant (CA) SA with over a decade of experience spanning audit, financial accounting, and nonprofit financial oversight. Skilled in statutory audits, donor compliance, and financial reporting for both corporate and nonprofit entities. Founder and leader of multiple community upliftment initiatives, with a proven track record in youth development, governance, and resource mobilisation.

Well-rounded professional combining technical expertise with value-driven leadership, ideally suited for board committee responsibilities.

Financial Manager at Sedibelo Marketing & Trading (2023-05 – Present)

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Prepare financial reports and profit projections for board-level decision-making.
• Manage fundraising through equity and debt, ensuring liquidity and optimal debt-equity ratio.
• Oversee compliance with tax and regulatory frameworks.
• Develop finance policies and procurement procedures.
• Train and mentor team members, fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Financial Accountant at FinAscend (2019-04 – 2023-04)

• Produced annual financial statements for diverse clients.
• Managed reconciliations, VAT, and income tax returns.
• Liaised with external auditors for statutory and trust audits.
• Supported nonprofit clients with compliance and reporting.

Financial Accountant at Regiment Capital (2016-04 – 2019-04)

• Produced annual financial statements for group companies.
• Oversaw cash flow management and reconciliations.
• Assisted tax consultants with SARS submissions.
• Coordinated external audit processes.

Audit Trainee Accountant at Grant Thornton (2013-02 – 2016-03)

• Audited across industries including pension funds, manufacturing, services, and nonprofits.
• Drafted annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS/IFRS for SMEs.
• Conducted ratio analysis and internal control assessments.
• Mentored junior auditors and managed project teams.

APC – South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) (2019)

ITC – South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) (2018)

PGDip in Accounting Sciences – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2017)

CTA L2 in Accounting Sciences – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2017)

CTA L1 in Accounting Sciences – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2014)

BCOMPT in Accounting Sciences – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2012)

BTECH in Financial Information Systems – Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) (2009)

ND in Financial Information Systems – Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) (2008)

National Senior Certificate – Gardens Commercial High School (2005)