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Eden Phiri

@edenphiri

Finance and audit professional skilled in controls, reporting and compliance; driving efficiency and informed decisions.

Zambia
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role that allows me to apply my finance and audit expertise to strengthen financial processes, ensure compliance, and support decision-making. At the same time, I value opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and contributing to an organization with a meaningful mission.

Chartered Certified Accountant with over 7 years of diverse experience in financial management, payroll, internal controls, and compliance. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in overseeing financial operations, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational policies. My career has been shaped by a commitment to accuracy, transparency, and accountability in every aspect of financial reporting and management.

Throughout my professional journey, I have contributed to strengthening audit frameworks, improving financial processes, and supporting management in making informed, data-driven decisions. I take pride in achievements such as optimizing reporting systems, enhancing internal control structures, and implementing process improvements that have led to greater efficiency and cost savings. These experiences have deepened my expertise and reinforced my passion for using finance as a tool to drive organizational success.

Beyond technical skills, I value collaboration and continuous learning. I enjoy working in diverse teams, where I can contribute analytical insights while also learning from others’ perspectives. I am particularly interested in sustainable finance, development initiatives, and the role of financial stewardship in creating lasting impact within organizations and communities.

My long-term career goal is to continue advancing in finance and audit, taking on greater responsibilities where I can influence strategy, strengthen governance, and contribute to global development efforts. I am motivated by opportunities to apply my skills in dynamic environments where financial integrity and innovation go hand in hand.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CS
Current

Payroll Accountant

COMESA Secretariat

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Manage payroll processing and reconciliations in Sun Systems, ensuring compliance with COMESA financial rules and donor requirements while supporting timely budget execution and audit responses.

KZ

External Auditor

KPMG Zambia

Oct 2019 - Oct 2022 (3 years)

Led risk-based audits for NGOs, donor-funded projects and private clients under ISA, identifying control deficiencies and delivering audit reports and management letters with actionable recommendations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) logoAA

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

ACCA Qualification, Accounting

Completed the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) professional qualification in 2021.

The Copperbelt University logoTU

The Copperbelt University

Bachelor of Accountancy, Accountancy

Bachelors' Degree in Accountancy from The Copperbelt University, completed in 2017.

AZ

Association of Business Executives - ZCAS

Diploma in Business Management, Business Management

Diploma in Business Management awarded via the Association of Business Executives at ZCAS in 2012.

SS

St. Mary's Secondary School

Grade Twelve 'O' Level Certificate, Secondary Education

Grade Twelve 'O' Level Certificate obtained from St. Mary's Secondary School in 2011.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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