Yerusha Moodley

Experience

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  Ernst & Young

  Jan 2006 - Aug 2010

  Executive in Transaction Advisory Services & Audit Professional

  Transaction Advisory Services (2009 – 2010): Led due diligence and financial analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic business transactions. Prepared company valuations, feasibility studies, and provided debt structuring advice to clients across diverse industries. Assisted in listing and delisting procedures on stock exchanges and supported corporate finance strategies for key transactions.Audit & Assurance (2006 – 2008): Conducted external audits for major clients, overseeing the audit process from planning through execution. Assessed risk and internal controls, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards. Prepared and reviewed annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and completeness for audit reports. Engaged with international offices in Mauritius and Jersey (UK Channel Islands) through secondments, delivering high-quality audit services. Show less

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  Brambles

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2017

  Led enterprise risk management for the European business, aligning risk strategies with key business objectives and strategic priorities.Developed and implemented risk measurement metrics and business continuity strategies, ensuring operational resilience across European markets.Conducted detailed scenario planning, including a comprehensive Brexit risk analysis, to assess potential market and regulatory impacts on the business.Provided strategic advisory to the European CFO on compliance, governance, and risk-related matters, enhancing the company’s risk posture.Spearheaded risk reporting, supported Risk Committee meetings, and engaged with senior leadership to drive informed decision-making.Led finance support for new business lines across Europe, managing profitability analyses, financial controls, and internal audit compliance for operations.Collaborated with cross-functional teams on financial oversight, compliance frameworks, and the integration of new business ventures within Europe. Show less Managed the risk and compliance functions for the Middle East and Africa, overseeing a team of 19 direct and indirect reports across various locations.Led statutory reporting, corporate governance, and financial control processes for operations across the region, including the Financial Statement Close Process in SAP.Managed European and MEA compliance declarations, financial controls, and audit processes for the Group.Oversaw the transfer pricing compliance across jurisdictions and managed treasury functions, including planning and forecasting cash requirements for the region.Directed the implementation of Business Continuity Management (BCM) strategies, ensuring resilience against market disruptions and operational challenges.Managed company secretarial documentation, risk profiling, and adherence to Brambles’ group policies for insurance and risk management.Implemented and administered the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) strategy for CHEP South Africa. Show less

  • European Risk Business Partner

    Aug 2012 - Jul 2017

  • Risk & Compliance Manager – Middle East & Africa

    Aug 2010 - Jul 2012
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  EY

  Feb 2018 - Nov 2018

  Senior Manager – Risk Management Advisory Financial Services

  Led client engagements for top-tier financial services organizations in the insurance and banking sectors.Advised on enterprise risk management, including risk appetite setting, regulatory compliance, and stress testing.Developed internal audit strategies and enhanced client engagement to ensure optimal service delivery.

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  The Coca-Cola Company

  Nov 2018 - Apr 2021

  Piloted new methodologies (Agile Scrum & Kanban) to transform business operations, focusing on rapid value creation and cross-functional collaboration.Led strategic initiatives across South, Central, and East Africa, driving transformation from traditional structures to an agile networked organization.Acted as a Scrum master and coach for multiple teams, building capabilities through facilitation, coaching, and best practice sharing.Supported organizational growth through research, pilot projects, and innovation-focused financial leadership. Show less

  • Transformation - Agile Ways of Working

    Sept 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Finance Business Partner - Innovation & Strategic Initiatives

    Nov 2018 - Aug 2019
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  Marsh McLennan

  Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

  Strategic Risk Consulting & Business Development Leader (Africa)

  Member of the leadership team for Marsh Advisory Africa, overseeing the enterprise risk management function.Led new business development initiatives for Marsh Advisory Africa, including strategic planning, budget setting, tender management, and client relationship building.Contributed to the development of risk and resilience guidelines for the Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA).Managed project execution, proposal writing, team management, and stakeholder relationship activities. Show less

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  Freelance

  Sept 2024 - now

  Independent Consultant

  I have resumed my professional journey as an independent consultant, leveraging my 15+ years of experience in strategic risk management, governance, finance, and innovation leadership. I provide consulting and advisory services to companies looking to enhance their risk management practices, governance frameworks, and business transformation strategies

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  Veblen Director Programme

  Oct 2024 - now

  Veblen Directors Program (VDP) is a community of executives, thought leaders and entrepreneurs, with a wealth of knowledge and connections in areas such as fund raising, financial oversight and corporate governance.

  • Non Executive Board Member

    Jan 2025 - now

  • VDP Board Advisors

    Oct 2024 - now
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  Private equity backed company (UK)

  Feb 2025 - now

  Board Advisor