Rugare Nhando
@rugarenhando
Finance leader specializing in audit, risk, and data-driven financial management.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a finance and audit professional with extensive experience leading finance, administration and risk functions across NGOs, hospitals and financial services in Southern Africa.
I have managed budgeting, multicurrency accounting, statutory compliance and performance reporting while supervising regional finance teams and supporting internal and external audits.
My work includes designing controls, performing risk assessments, leading due diligence of partners, and developing KPI-driven reporting using Power BI and Tableau to inform decision making.
I combine technical skills in audit, accounting systems and data analytics with stakeholder management to improve financial sustainability, drive cost control and strengthen governance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ICFinance and Administration Manager
International Committee of the Red Cross
Sep 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)
Managed finance and administration for Southern Africa, leading budgeting, multicurrency cash flow, due diligence of partners, and oversight of procurement, HR, IT and property controls; implemented data analytics (Power BI, Tableau) for performance monitoring and audit readiness.
CSFinance and Administration Manager
Church World Service
May 2022 - Dec 2022 (7 months)
Prepared annual budgets, managed monthly cost-centre reporting and statutory returns, oversaw asset management and contract register, and ensured compliance and partner fund usage during a short-term country office assignment.
Group Finance Manager
Louis Pasteur Hospital Holdings
Mar 2017 - Aug 2018 (1 year 5 months)
Directed group financial strategy, prepared annual budgets and financial statements, managed cash flow and revenue collection, and oversaw payroll, intercompany reconciliations and asset register maintenance.
Group Internal Auditor
Louis Pasteur Hospital Holdings
Jul 2010 - Feb 2017 (6 years 7 months)
Led annual audit planning and risk-based audit programs, conducted ISGC and process reviews, used ACL/SQL for continuous monitoring, and advised management on controls and process reengineering to reduce risks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AAAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
ACCA Membership, Professional Accountancy
Member of ACCA, demonstrating completion of professional accountancy examinations and membership requirements.
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Accounting (B.Compt), Accounting Science
Completed a B.Compt in Accounting Science focused on accounting principles and professional practice.
ULUniversity of London
Master of Science, Professional Accountancy
Pursuing or completed an MSc in Professional Accountancy to deepen advanced accountancy and professional practice skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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