Tendai Nkomo
@tendainkomo
Motivated finance professional with expertise in financial reporting.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated finance professional with over 3 years of experience and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation. My commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethics in all financial practices has been a cornerstone of my career. I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Auditing and a Bachelor of Accounting Science, both from the University of South Africa.
Currently, I serve as a Finance Officer at Forvis Mazars in Zimbabwe, where I oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. My role involves developing financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to support strategic decision-making, as well as preparing timely financial reports that comply with accounting standards. I have successfully managed cash flow and budgets, identifying areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Previously, I worked as a Finance Officer for the East Cape Agricultural Research Project, where I streamlined financial management processes, significantly reducing audit queries. My experience also includes freelance accounting services and roles in auditing and debtors management, where I honed my skills in financial reporting and internal controls. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to contribute to organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance Officer
Forvis Mazars
Jun 2023 - Present (2 years)
Overseeing financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger maintenance. Responsible for financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Managed cash flow and provided budget variance analysis.
Finance Officer
East Cape Agricultural Research Project
Feb 2021 - May 2023 (2 years 3 months)
Managed accounting tasks and maintained books of accounts, ensuring accuracy through monthly bank reconciliations. Oversaw a grant budget exceeding R1 million and streamlined financial management processes, reducing audit queries by 50%.
Freelance Accountant
Home and Office Bookkeeping and Tax Services
Aug 2020 - Feb 2021 (6 months)
Performed bookkeeping functions for sole-proprietor clients, including accounts payable/receivable and financial statement preparation. Managed monthly records and reporting for small to medium enterprises.
Debtors Clerk
Quest Motor Corporation
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014 (11 months)
Analyzed debtors’ accounts to resolve discrepancies and maintained the debtor’s ledger. Assisted in promoting internal controls and risk management, capturing daily cashbook transactions.
Audit Assistant
KLM (CA)Z
Sep 2011 - Mar 2013 (1 year 6 months)
Assisted in preparing audit plans and evaluating control systems. Conducted assurance audits and compiled audit reports. Promoted sound internal control management and prepared management accounts for clients.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Africa
Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Auditing, Forensic Auditing
2020 - 2020
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Accounting Science, Accounting Science
2014 - 2014
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Location
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