Justin Doherty, Acca, Cpa, Cga
About Justin Doherty, Acca, Cpa, Cga
Justin Doherty is a Finance Manager with extensive experience in financial reporting and auditing across various sectors. He has held positions at notable firms such as EY and AXIS Capital, and possesses qualifications from ACCA, CPA Canada, and CGA.
Current Role at Axis Capital
Justin Doherty has served as Finance Manager at Axis Capital since 2019. In this role, he oversees financial reporting services and ensures compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and US GAAP requirements. His responsibilities include managing financial operations and contributing to strategic financial planning.
Previous Experience in Finance and Audit
Prior to his current position, Justin held various roles in finance and audit. He worked at EY as an Audit Senior (Executive) in Hamilton, Bermuda, from 2015 to 2017, and previously in Southampton, United Kingdom, from 2014 to 2015. His experience also includes a position as Corporate Finance and Strategy Consulting Manager at Ploutos Associates Ltd in London from 2013 to 2014, and as an Audit & Accounting Associate at Mazars in Cape Town, South Africa, from 2010 to 2011.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Justin holds a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Sunderland, which he completed in 2013. He also earned a B.Compt in Accounting Science from the University of South Africa between 2009 and 2012. Additionally, he is a qualified member of both the ACCA and CPA Canada, reflecting his expertise in accounting and finance.
Expertise in Financial Reporting and Auditing
Justin has extensive experience in financial reporting services, executing audits in accordance with International Audit Standards for IFRS clients, as well as PCAOB and AICPA requirements for US GAAP clients. He has worked with companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, technology, oil and gas, and financial services. His skill set includes acquisitions, valuations, financial instruments, and revenue recognition.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Before his career in finance, Justin was the CEO and Business Owner of Body Sculpture, a personal fitness business in Cape Town, South Africa, from 2003 to 2010. This entrepreneurial experience provided him with insights into business operations and management, complementing his finance and accounting expertise.