Lionel Tarumbwa
@lioneltarumbwa
Prospective Chartered Accountant with 3 years of audit experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a time qualified and exam qualified prospective Chartered Accountant, currently completing my registration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Zimbabwe. With over three years of experience in external audit and financial reporting, I have honed my skills at prestigious firms such as KPMG Zimbabwe, Grant Thornton, and Clive & Associates. My journey has been marked by a commitment to improving audit quality through innovation and collaboration.
In my role as a Technical Audit Supervisor at KPMG South Africa, I have been instrumental in assisting engagement teams across Southern Africa with complex audit methodology and reporting matters. My leadership capabilities were further demonstrated as I managed a listed banking client engagement in Zimbabwe, where I received a compliant rating in my first year as an engagement manager. I am passionate about leveraging my diverse skill set to contribute to a dynamic team while continuing to grow my technical and professional experience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Audit Supervisor
KPMG South Africa
Sep 2024 - Present (9 months)
As a member of the Audit & Assurance team, I assist engagement teams across Southern Africa with complex audit methodology and reporting matters. I also contribute to the ESG team, implementing assurance methodologies and presenting at client training seminars.
Audit Supervisor
KPMG Zimbabwe
Nov 2023 - Sep 2024 (10 months)
Managed audit engagements for listed banking clients, responsible for planning and coordinating projects. Achieved a compliant rating in quality reviews and demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by conducting simultaneous audits.
Senior Audit Associate
KPMG Zimbabwe
Jul 2021 - Nov 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Conducted audits for various sectors including financial services and not-for-profits. Responsibilities included planning audits, risk assessment, and ensuring quality standards were met while mentoring junior staff.
Audit Associate
Clive and Associates
Dec 2020 - Jul 2021 (7 months)
Performed examinations of financial statements and internal controls, prepared audit documentation, and identified potential risks in financial systems. Focused on substantive testing and verification procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe
Chartered Accountant Training, Accounting
2021 - 2024
Pursuing qualifications to become a Chartered Accountant, including training records and assessments in professional competence.
University of Zimbabwe
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons), Accounting
2016 - 2020
Grade: Cum Laude
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) Degree in Accounting with Cum Laude honors, focusing on various aspects of accounting principles and practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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