Farishma Mohamed Partner - Audit
Experience
Farishma Mohamed is a Partner in the Audit practice at Forvis Mazars South Africa. She has over a decade of experience with the firm and has progressed through the ranks from trainee to Partner, bringing deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and a people‑focused approach to her role.
Farishma has extensive audit experience across a broad range of industries, including financial services, listed and unlisted property groups, asset management, manufacturing, public sector entities, and not‑for‑profit organisations. She has led audits for both JSE‑listed and large privately owned entities and has significant experience working with complex group structures and regulated environments.
She is known for her strong technical capability and commitment to audit quality, with particular focus on IFRS, ISA compliance, and robust risk assessment. Farishma plays an active role in quality management within the firm and is closely involved in engagement reviews, internal monitoring processes, and the consistent application of the firm’s audit methodology.
Beyond technical excellence, Farishma is passionate about building trusted client relationships through clear communication, transparency, and proactive engagement.
Farishma is deeply committed to people development and transformation. She actively mentors managers and trainees and has played a key role in recruitment and brand‑building initiatives with academic institutions. Her leadership style is inclusive and empowering, with a strong emphasis on developing future leaders within the profession.
As a Partner, Farishma is focused on delivering high‑quality audits, strengthening client partnerships, and contributing to the sustainable growth and future of Forvis Mazars South Africa.
Professional memberships and accreditations
- SAICA (South African Institute of Chartered Accountants)
- IRBA (Independent Regulatory Board of Auditors)