Dr Queen Ntombikayise Ambe
Dr Queen Ntombikayise Ambe, an academic, finance, and payroll professional, boasts a PhD in Accounting from the University of Johannesburg. Her academic prowess is further underscored by an Intermediate Taxation qualification from the University of Pretoria, an MBA, a Certificate in Advanced Business Programme, and multiple degrees in Cost and Management Accounting from Tshwane University of Technology.
Dr Ambe’s professional journey spans over 22 years, encompassing both private and public sectors. Her commitment to higher education is evident in her 18 years of service. Notably, she has held leadership roles such as Director of Rewards, Benefits, and Payroll at the University of the Western Cape and Director of Management Accounting, Budget, and Payroll at the University of Mpumalanga. Her experience includes roles such as Director of Revenue Management and Contract Management at the University of Limpopo and Deputy Director of Financial Management at the Department of Water Affairs. In addition, Dr. Ambe has shared her knowledge by teaching various courses in Cost and Management Accounting and Financial Management at Tshwane University of Technology.
Dr Ambe’s diverse consulting experience with organisations such as AHAC (Pty) Ltd, Discovery Health (Pty) Ltd, and BMW SA (Pty) Ltd has enhanced her expertise in financial management and governance. Her comprehensive knowledge of financial regulations, including the Income Tax Act and various treasury regulations, complements her skills in implementing financial information systems like ITS, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics AX.
Dr Ambe’s resilience and collaborative approach are hallmarks of her leadership style. She has a unique ability to inspire teams and drive strategic initiatives. Her passion for creating value in finance is evident in her commitment to effective change management and business re-engineering. With her extensive experience and dedication to excellence, Dr. Ambe is well-prepared to excel in any challenging role she undertakes.