Barend Opperman

Curriculum Vitae Barend Opperman Mobile: - e-mail:-Postal address: Fotonet Suite #79, Private Bag X8, Lynn East, 0039 Objective: Seeking the position of Senior Internal Audit Manager in an esteemed organization where I can leverage my expertise to uphold exemplary governance standards across all operational domains. Committed to promoting value-added services that optimize organizational performance, my goal is to drive efficiency by implementing effective controls and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. With a steadfast dedication to ethical principles, both in professional endeavors and personal conduct, I aim to contribute to the organization's growth and uphold its reputation for integrity and excellence. Skills:       Supervise and train staff; Effective communication at all levels within an organization; Own time management and organizational skills; Budget control (Actual vs Budget); Risk identification (“COSO”) Review Internal Controls for compliance with policies and regulations;   Able to develop successful relationships with customers and staff Confident in a range of computer software programs including the MS Office suite, ACL, Encase (“forensic software”) and Teammate (Internal audit assisting software) Page 1 of 5 Characteristics: (According to Myers Briggs Type Indicator personality test) Organize Systematic     Decisive Eager to learn   Practical Logical Personal information:     Date of birth ID Driver’s license Health :- :- : Code B : Excellent Memberships of Professional Organizations: ACFE - Association of Certified Fraud Examiners IIA SA – Association Member of IIA SA Education: Currently: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 1 Completed Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - B Com (Hons) Internal Audit - University of Pretoria with the following subjects:  Internal Audit;  Internal Audit: Information Technology;  Risk-based Auditing;  Forensic Auditing;  Organizational behavior and management skills;  Capita Selecta in Financial Management;  Financial Accounting; and  Business and Administrative Communication. 2011 B Com (Internal Auditing) - University of Pretoria Page 2 of 5 2007 Matriculate at High School Overkruin with the following subjects:  Afrikaans - HG  English - HG  Mathematics – SG (A)  Computer Study – HG  Accounting – HG (B)  Science – HG  Introduction to Criminology -SG Career History: October 2023 – Current Duties and Responsibilities Meridian Group Services Position: Group Audit Manager Operational / Functional: Developed IA strategy for Meridian and joint audits, collaborating with strategic partners. Ensured compliance with IA policies and procedures. Completed annual IA plan, quality audit reports, and achieved audit objectives. Conducted audit tests and prepared working papers following IIA standards. Controlled audit information management system and drove digitalization. Reviewed and presented IA results to CAE and business owners. Managed high-risk matters and reported to CAE/business. Conducted special assignments and investigations under CAE supervision. Managed TeamMate audit system. Leadership: Exemplified company values and code of conduct. Transferred and developed knowledge and skill sets of IAD staff. Drove professional development of employees. Promoted IAD's role as a value-added function. Fostered group synergy in pursuing collective goals. Assisted in providing high-quality assurance and consulting services. Inspired team for high performance. Relationship: Maintained liaison with second-line business partners. Coordinated relationships with external service providers. Page 3 of 5 January 2021 – September 2023 Duties and Responsibilities March 2019 – December 2020 Duties and Responsibilities 1 July 2017 – March 2019 Duties and Responsibilities 2013 – 30 July 2017 Duties and Responsibilities Built effective networks internally and externally. Communicated information effectively to the team. Meridian Group Services Position: Senior Internal Auditor Comply with company standards; Comply with IIA, COSO and COBiT Planning of compliance audits; Compile working papers; Perform fieldwork; Conduct interviews with divisions; Compile and discuss the audit findings; and Compile the report. Oos Vrystaat Kaap Bedryf Bpk (OVK) Position: Control Accountant of OVK group Monitoring of balance sheet accounts of OVK and subsidiaries Control over signing of income statements Identification of deviations / shortcomings in controls and corrective questions Finance department: daily duties and control Monitoring of bank reconciliations and resolution of reconciling items Control over cash variances of operating points Adhoc projects Position: Internal Auditor Comply with company standards; Comply with IIA, COSO and COBiT Planning of compliance audits; Compile working papers; Perform fieldwork; Conduct interviews with divisions; Compile and discuss the audit findings; and Compile the report. Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) Position: Senior Associate Comply with company standards; Planning the forensic and compliance audit; Preparing the budget related to the planning; Compile engagement letters ; Compile working papers; Perform fieldwork; Conduct interviews with clients; Compile the audit findings; Compile the report; and Page 4 of 5 Invoice clients. 2010 - - - – 2007 Other responsibilities: Present fraud risk awareness and assessment workshops; Project management (Budget vs Actual); Staff management; Present progress of assignment with client staff or management. University of Pretoria Position: Admin clerk at the Department of Accounting Titan Plastics Position : Supervisor NG Kerk Kameeldrif Position: Sexton Bushman’s Rock Restaurant and Conference Centre Position: Waiter References: Frederik Brand – Meridian – CAO: - Hjalmar Gerber –PwC - Senior Manager:- Stefan Van-Heerden – Microsoft (Previously: Manager at PwC) – Manager:- Page 5 of 5