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Dudzai Celedra Vongayi

@dudzaiceledravongayi

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Chartered accountant with 24+ years in finance, reporting, tax and FMCG operations.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a senior finance role where I can lead financial operations, strengthen controls, drive tax compliance, mentor teams, and support strategic growth in a collaborative, growth-oriented company.

I am a qualified chartered accountant with over 24 years of experience in accounting, financial management, stakeholder relationship management and strategic planning, including seven years in the FMCG distribution sector. I have led end-to-end finance functions across transport, manufacturing and retail distribution, delivering accurate reporting, robust internal controls, cashflow management and actionable financial insights that support business decisions.

I am an Associate member of the Zimbabwe Institute of Tax Accountants and have hands-on experience with tax administration, budgeting and forecasting, ERP and accounting systems (SAP Business One, SAGE Evolution, Pastel Partner, QuickBooks), and team leadership. I consistently drive compliance, process improvements and strategic financial planning while developing finance teams and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Finance Executive

Comox Trading

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)

Oversaw the entire finance function for an FMCG distributor, ensuring accurate reporting, tax compliance across USD and ZWL operations, and improving cashflow and funding management while leading the finance team.

Financial Reporting Tax Compliance Cash Flow Management Budgeting & Forecasting VAT & Income Tax Filing Internal Controls Stakeholder Management

Finance Manager

Dynamaster

Jul 2017 - Dec 2023 (6 years 5 months)

Managed day-to-day accounting operations for FMCG distribution divisions, overseeing accounts payable/receivable, stock accounting, cash flow planning and monthly management reporting to support business decisions.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Stock Management Cash Flow Management Management Reporting SAGE Evolution Financial Analysis Team Leadership Sage Evolution

Finance Director

Gardoserve

Mar 2012 - Jul 2017 (5 years 4 months)

Directed company-wide finance functions for a manufacturing/distribution business, driving budgeting, cash management, regulatory compliance and strategic financial planning to support growth and acquisitions.

Financial Planning Budgeting Cash Management Regulatory Compliance Financial Systems Internal Controls

Finance Manager

Millchem

Apr 2010 - Feb 2012 (1 year 10 months)

Provided financial support and reporting, managed cash flows and stock control, led audits and tax submissions, and implemented internal controls to reduce costs and improve reporting accuracy.

Cash Flow Management Stock Control Tax Administration Pastel Partner Leadership

Financial Accountant

Millchem

Nov 2005 - Mar 2010 (4 years 4 months)

Prepared monthly management accounts, reconciliations and statutory returns, supervised accounts clerks, and assisted with external audit preparations to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Management Accounting Account Reconciliation General Ledger Stock Control Payroll Administration Audit Support

Assistant Accountant

Millchem

Jan 2005 - Oct 2005 (9 months)

Maintained cashbook, daily bank reconciliations, creditors and debtors ledgers, fixed asset register and assisted with payroll processing to support accurate day-to-day financial operations.

Bank Reconciliation Creditors Ledger Debtors Ledger Payroll Administration Transaction Posting

Assistant Accountant

Pioneer Transport

Mar 2001 - Dec 2004 (3 years 9 months)

Managed cashbook and daily banking, reconciled waybills and creditors, maintained fixed asset register and followed up debtors to ensure accurate transport company financial records.

Creditors Reconciliation Debtors Follow Up Daily Cash Banking