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Tafadzwa Taskman Gondo

@tafadzwataskmangondo

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I am an experienced finance leader and QuickBooks-certified CFO delivering accurate reporting and controls.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a finance role where I can strengthen internal controls, lead accounting teams, improve budgeting and reporting, and support mission-driven or corporate strategies through strong fiscal stewardship.

I am an experienced finance and audit professional who has served as Chief Financial Officer, Internal Auditor, and Business Manager, focusing on financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and internal controls. I am QuickBooks Online Certified and skilled in variance analysis, fixed-asset management, and preparing financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

I led teams to improve fiscal policies and operational efficiency, created and implemented an internal control procedures manual, and achieved the first clean audit among entities in Mozambique. I am pursuing advanced degrees and aim to leverage my finance leadership experience in mission-driven or corporate settings that require strategic oversight and strong financial stewardship.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Business Manager (VP of Finance)

Northwood Adventist Primary School

Jun 2024 - Jan 2025 (7 months)

Oversaw school operations, budgeting, staffing, and communication with stakeholders. Managed financial records, prepared budgets, monitored spending, and produced monthly financial reports for leadership. Implemented policies for safety and compliance while leading staff to achieve organizational goals.

Internal Auditor

North Zimbabwe Conference of SDA Church

Nov 2023 - May 2024 (6 months)

Conducted internal audits to assess compliance with financial policies, developed audit plans, evaluated risk management processes and prepared reports with recommendations to strengthen controls.

Internal Audit Risk Assessment Audit Plans Compliance Audit Reporting Internal Controls Staff Training

Chief Financial Officer

North Zimbabwe Conference of SDA Church

Nov 2021 - Nov 2023 (2 years)

Directed budgeting, financial reporting and cash flow management across church programs, implemented financial policies and mentored finance staff to improve reporting accuracy and compliance.

Budgeting Financial Reporting Cash Flow Management Internal Controls Team Management Policy Development Financial Analysis

Chief Financial Officer

North East Mozambique Mission of SDA Church

Mar 2016 - Oct 2021 (5 years 7 months)

Oversaw financial planning, budgeting and reporting for mission programs, developed financial policies and led audits and compliance efforts, achieving the first clean audit among Mozambique entities.

Financial Reporting Budgeting Internal Controls Auditing Cash Flow Management GAAP Team Leadership Risk Management

Business Manager

Ruya Adventist High School

Feb 2013 - Mar 2016 (3 years 1 month)

Managed daily school operations and finances, developed and monitored budgets, prepared monthly financial statements and supervised staff to ensure program delivery and compliance.

Budgeting Financial Reporting Payroll Reconciliations Policy Implementation

Business Manager

Nyahuni Adventist High School

Aug 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 5 months)

Oversaw school financial operations, developed budgets and resource allocations, managed staffing needs and maintained accurate records to support monthly financial reviews.

Budgeting Financial Reporting Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable

Accountant

East Zimbabwe Conference of SDA Church

Jul 2008 - Jul 2011 (3 years)

Reconciled bank statements, maintained cash flow records, processed invoices and journal entries, and supported month-end close across multiple entities to ensure accurate financial records.