APT
Belinda Makono
Senior Audit Associate
Harare,Hre
Summary
Experienced External Auditor with a strong track record in conducting quality management system audits and implementing corrective actions. Skilled in International Accounting Standards, documentation control, and continuous improvement. Known for identifying risks, ensuring compliance, and driving improvements. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and collaborates effectively to meet audit objectives on time.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Auditor in Charge
Sahara Certified Chartered Accountants
Harare, Harare
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits for various industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple concurrent engagements while meeting tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through trust-building communication tactics and reliable service delivery.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Employed expertise in auditing, accounting and generally accepted principles to accurately assess records.
- Led extensive audit programs based upon prior approved audit plans to evaluate management of institutional activities.
- Analyzed complex financial transactions to detect potential fraud or misstatements within client records.
- Identified potential risk areas and provided recommendations to mitigate risks, protecting clients from potential financial loss.
- Collaborated with clients' management teams to collect audit information and recommend strategic business improvements.
- Planned, directed, and closed out complicated reviews involving multiple teams.
- Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of over 20 audits.
Audit clerk/ tax consultant
Sahara Certified Chartered Accountants
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Created detailed reports on audit findings for management review.
- Evaluated financial statements, identifying discrepancies and providing recommendations for corrective action.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Prepared comprehensive audit reports, detailing findings and presenting recommendations for improvement.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statement disclosures in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
- Managed multiple simultaneous audit engagements while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Consulted decision-makers to gather information and, resolve audit-related problems.
Junior Tax Consultant
Sahara Certified Chartered Accountants
Harare, Harare
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Supported audit teams during state and federal examinations, minimizing negative outcomes for clients.
- Collaborated with senior tax consultants to optimize client services and outcomes.
- Initiated cross-functional collaboration between departments which led to more holistic understanding of client needs and better tax solutions provided.
- Prepared accurate tax returns for over 10 clients, ensuring timely submissions.
- Ensured compliance with tax laws by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation changes.
- Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income, deductible expenses and allowances.
- Completed and filed more than 10 returns on TARMS
Internal Auditor
National Tyre Services
Harare, Harare
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Identify and prioritize financial risks, such as fraud, mismanagement, or errors
- Examine financial records and assess compliance with laws and regulations
- Provide recommendations to improve risk management
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthrough for compliance with documented processes.
- Produced over ten audit reports.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
Audit Intern
BDO Zimbabwe
Harare, Harare
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Supported senior auditors in developing detailed audit plans for over 20 clients, ensuring all necessary steps were taken to achieve desired results.
- Collaborated with team members to complete audits within established deadlines, maintaining a consistent level of professionalism throughout the process.
- Conducted thorough testing on financial data to detect errors or discrepancies, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial reports.
- Maintained open communication with clients and team members to ensure timely task completion during audits.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly acclimating to new software platforms utilized during various audit engagements.
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks and deadlines by prioritizing assignments and maintaining a high level of focus throughout each engagement.
Education
ACCA -
ACCA Global
03.2023 - Current
Bachelor's in Accountancy Honors Degree - undefined
University of Zimbabwe
08.2018 - 2022.07
Skills
Accomplishments
- Managed to reduce audit work turnover.
- Assisted by recommending areas of improvements in internal controls.
- Managed to train juniors that joined after me.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/30/99
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Driving License: Class 4
Software
SAP
Microsoft package
Audit Toolbar
Hobbies
Working out
Reading
Watching tv
Timeline
Auditor in Charge
Sahara Certified Chartered Accountants
09.2023 - Current
ACCA -
ACCA Global
03.2023 - Current
Junior Tax Consultant
Sahara Certified Chartered Accountants
01.2023 - 03.2023
Audit clerk/ tax consultant
Sahara Certified Chartered Accountants
12.2022 - 11.2023
Internal Auditor
National Tyre Services
07.2022 - 12.2022
Audit Intern
BDO Zimbabwe
10.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor's in Accountancy Honors Degree - undefined
University of Zimbabwe
08.2018 - 2022.07
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