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Taurai Makadho

@tauraimakadho

Senior finance leader delivering strategic financial management, compliance, and operational efficiency.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior finance role where I can lead finance and admin teams, improve controls, drive strategic planning, and support growth in a collaborative, compliant organization.

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

LL

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.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Chinhoyi University of Technology logoCT

Chinhoyi University of Technology

Master of Science, Strategic Management

Currently studying for a Master of Sciences in Strategic Management at Chinhoyi University of Technology.

IM

Institute of Credit Management

Diploma, Credit Management

Completed a Diploma in Credit Management focused on credit principles and lending risk mitigation.

VC

Vintage College

Diploma, Forensic Auditing

Completed a Diploma in Forensic Auditing covering investigative auditing techniques and fraud detection.

VC

Vintage College

Diploma, Accountancy

Completed a Diploma in Accountancy encompassing accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.

BM

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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