Taurai Makadho
@tauraimakadho
Senior finance leader delivering strategic financial management, compliance, and operational efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior finance and administration professional with over two decades of progressive experience across manufacturing, retail, government, and service sectors, most recently serving as Head of Finance and Administration at Leotrum Plastics. I lead finance teams in budgeting, reporting, audits, compliance, cash management, and strategic planning, and I drive process improvements and governance to support business objectives.
I hold multiple diplomas in accountancy, forensic auditing, credit management, and stores management, and I am currently studying for an MSc in Strategic Management. I have a strong track record in financial reporting, tax and payroll administration, procurement, internal controls, and stakeholder engagement, and I deliver measurable results through team leadership and operational excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Finance and Administration
Leotrum Plastics Zimbabwe Ltd.
Sep 2013 - Jan 2025 (11 years 4 months)
Led finance and administration functions, implementing budgeting, reporting, and risk-management processes that improved operational efficiency and governance across the company. Managed cashflow, audits, compliance, and a finance/admin team while driving cost-reduction and system-improvement projects.
Finance and Administration Officer
Street Fever Footwear
Aug 2008 - Aug 2013 (4 years 11 months)
Prepared daily and monthly management accounts for 31 branches and managed tax, payroll, creditors, procurement, stores, and debt collections to ensure accurate financial control and compliance. Streamlined reporting and internal controls to support branch performance monitoring.
Bookkeeper
Two Wheel Maker
Jan 2008 - Jul 2008 (6 months)
Maintained accurate financial records, reconciled bank statements, managed accounts receivable/payable, tracked inventory and processed deposits/payments to support retail and repair operations. Produced sales and expense reports to inform management decisions.
Accounting Assistant
Government of Zimbabwe - Health Service Board
Mar 2003 - Dec 2007 (4 years 9 months)
Prepared budgets and financial reports, managed accounting records, procurement planning, tender evaluation and internal audits to ensure compliance with government financial regulations and effective asset and grant management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Master of Science, Strategic Management
Currently studying for a Master of Sciences in Strategic Management at Chinhoyi University of Technology.
Institute of Credit Management
Diploma, Credit Management
Completed a Diploma in Credit Management focused on credit principles and lending risk mitigation.
Vintage College
Diploma, Forensic Auditing
Completed a Diploma in Forensic Auditing covering investigative auditing techniques and fraud detection.
Vintage College
Diploma, Accountancy
Completed a Diploma in Accountancy encompassing accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.
British College of Professional Management
Diploma, Stores Management and Stock Control
Completed a Diploma in Stores Management and Stock Control focused on inventory management and stock control procedures.
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