Keagan Baard

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT KEAGAN BAARD

I’m a finance professional eligible to register as a Charted Accountant (SA), after qualifying at Deloitte, with a strong academic background, having ranked in the top 10 nationally in my PGDA class at Milpark. At Deloitte I’ve had the opportunity to work with clients across both the commercial and financial services sectors — from fintech startups to established investment firms.Over the past three years, I’ve built a strong foundation in audit, IFRS reporting, and risk management, while leading teams and delivering high-quality work under pressure. My largest clients have included Payfast, Network International, FNB: Direct Axis, Citadel Holdings, and the Small Enterprise Financing Agency (SEFA), giving me exposure to everything from revenue recognition and credit risk to group reporting, insurance and asset management. I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can collaborate with others and make meaningful contributions. I\'m passionate about meeting people from all walks of life and building strong relationships - whether with clients, colleagues or mentors. I believe that success is often rooted in trust, curiosity and the ability to connect on both professional and human level.What sets me apart is a deep interest in investing, financial strategy, and the evolving role of IT in finance. I’m especially curious about how innovation in the fintech space is reshaping how we think about value, compliance, and client engagement.Outside of work, I’m passionate about traveling, discovering new cultures, and the challenge of adapting to life in new cities. I thrive in environments where I’m pushed to grow — professionally and personally — and I’m excited by opportunities that combine technical rigor with global perspective.I’m also a self-taught French speaker, with a solid conversational ability and strong understanding of pronunciation. I\'m continuously working to improve my fluency through regular practice and immersion, driven by a deep interest in languages and cross-cultural connection.