Tongai Tendayi
@tongaitendayi
Highly experienced accountant with expertise in financial management.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly experienced accountant with a strong background in financial accounting, budgeting, risk management, and compliance. My career spans over two decades, during which I have worked extensively with medium-sized mining companies and large non-governmental organizations. Currently, I serve as a Practicing Accountant at Chauke & Co Business Accountants, where I oversee financial accounting and business advisory services for a diverse clientele.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to lead teams and manage complex financial operations. My role as a Senior Accountant at MP Mining involved preparing financial statements in adherence to GAAP/IFRS standards and implementing cost-reduction strategies that significantly impacted the company's bottom line. I am also pursuing further qualifications, including ACCA and Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst Certification, to enhance my expertise and provide even greater value to my clients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director / Practising Accountant
Chauke & Co Business Accountants
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Oversee financial accounting and business advisory services for clients across various sectors. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and financial reporting standards while managing client relationships and service engagements.
Senior Accountant
MP Mining, Kopano Mine
Jul 2023 - Jul 2024 (11 months)
Led the preparation of financial statements adhering to GAAP/IFRS standards. Managed payroll operations and supervised the Accounts Payable team while ensuring compliance with tax laws and optimizing tax strategies.
Project Accountant
Bothakga Burrow Mining
Nov 2019 - May 2023 (3 years 6 months)
Facilitated management and performance reporting to executive management, prepared budgets, and ensured compliance with financial policies while managing business risks.
Financial Accountant
Leboam Holdings, Mowana Mine
Feb 2017 - Oct 2019 (2 years 8 months)
Prepared and analyzed monthly financial reports for budgeting and forecasting, managed cash application functions, and maintained accurate records of fixed assets.
Temporary Finance and Admin Officer
African Copper Mining (in liquidation)
Dec 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 month)
Provided all admin and finance-related services to the care and maintenance team during the company's liquidation process.
Assistant Financial Accountant
African Copper Mining
Jun 2012 - Nov 2015 (3 years 5 months)
Assisted in preparing and analyzing monthly financial reports, managed daily cash application functions, and conducted financial analysis.
AP Accountant
African Copper Mining
Oct 2009 - Jun 2012 (2 years 8 months)
Managed accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate and timely transactions while preparing month-end account reconciliations.
Junior Accountant
African Copper Mining
Sep 2006 - Jun 2009 (2 years 9 months)
Prepared profit and loss statements and monthly cost accounting reports while compiling and analyzing financial information.
Accounting Technician
USAID/Southern Africa
Jun 2004 - Aug 2006 (2 years 2 months)
Managed the Operating Expense Accounting system and processed payroll information for the organization.
Accounts Senior
BDO Spencer Steward
Jun 2002 - May 2004 (1 year 11 months)
Prepared financial statements and management accounts for various clients while supervising a team of accounts clerks.
Assistant Teacher
Karakubis Primary School
Oct 2001 - Jun 2002 (8 months)
Assisted in teaching Maths, English, and Science subjects as part of the Tirelo Sechaba/National Service program.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Botswana
Bachelor of Accountancy, Accountancy
Activities and societies: Currently studying for Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst Certification and ACCA.
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Location
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