Collina Nkhambule
Blantyre
Summary
Experienced Commerce and Law Professional with a proven track record in compliance, accounting, Administration, auditing, and financial management. Proven ability in establishing and enhancing business operational processes to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory adherence. Adept at leading teams, conducting comprehensive audits, and embedding a culture of compliance. Possesses strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and sophisticated reporting abilities. Ready to leverage extensive experience in compliance, AML/CTF policies, and regulatory frameworks to drive organizational success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Temporary Employee (Legal Department)
FDH Holdings Limited
03.2024 - Current
- Ensured that the company operated within the boundaries of applicable laws and regulations relevant to its industry and operations
- This included keeping abreast of changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws, reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors
- Analyzed statutes and regulations relevant to specific cases; providing additional context necessary for successful arguments
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information related to client matters; preserving trust between the bank and its clients
- Ensured that the company complied with statutory and regulatory requirements related to corporate governance, including minuting board meetings, and general meetings, and maintaining statutory registers
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence
- Reviewed, edited, and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Supported legal team in document review processes, identifying critical information pertinent to ongoing cases.
Founder
The Little Mental Health Project
04.2019 - Current
- Produced and hosted a Mental Health Podcast for awareness and advocacy
- Hosted a Mental Health awareness blog
- Created Safe Spaces in collaboration with Global Health Corps in order to encourage conversation surrounding mental health in secondary schools to eliminate the stigma that mental health carries in Malawi.
- Created, produced video campaigns to raise Mental Health awareness.
- Successfully sourced for funding to support mental health awareness initiatives.
Finance and Administration Officer
14 Trees - Durabric Ltd
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Ensured alignment of internal financial controls with GAAP and IFRS while overseeing HR functions for 80+ employees and managed administrative staff tasks, including travel arrangements
- Conducted meticulous reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards, reported on financial performance against budgets, and forecasted trends for monthly and year-end statements and invoices
- Maintained strict compliance with laws and regulations, overseeing the implementation of technology solutions for administrative efficiency and ensuring overall organizational adherence to regulatory requirements.
Audit Senior
BDO Chartered Accountants
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted diverse, comprehensive audits for 20+ firms across various sectors including Non-profits, Financial Institutions, Agricultural Institutions, and Manufacturing, developing tailored audit strategies to mitigate business risks
- Supervised and mentored a team of 6 members, ensuring adherence to established standards and facilitating continuous improvement in audit procedures and internal controls
- Demonstrated proficiency in financial statement preparation, data analysis, and accounting research, contributing to the identification of business opportunities and expansion of audit portfolios
- Cultivated strong client relationships by understanding their needs, addressing risks promptly, and delivering thorough reports and recommendations, resulting in increased client retention and business growth
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of auditing standards (GAAS, IFRS, IAS), economic trends, and regulatory requirements, facilitating accurate assessments and strategic solutions while providing guidance and support to junior staff for professional development.
Audit Assistant
BDO Chartered Accountants
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Efficiently supported audit execution by ensuring timely completion of assignments, precise gathering of evidence, and accurate accounting data analysis
- Produced detailed audit reports for review, presenting targeted solutions to address concerns, and coordinated with senior auditors to ascertain daily duties and maintain quality standards
- Conducted risk-based reviews of financial records, ensuring integrity and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce Law -
University of Western Cape
01.2023
ACCA Part 2- Professional Accounting -
Malawi College of Accountancy
05.2015
Technician Diploma - Financial Accounting (ICAM) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi
01.2014
Certificate in Financial Accounting (ICAM) : Accounting Technician -
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi
01.2009
Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) -
Katoto Secondary School
01.2009
Skills
- Proficient in Idea, Audit Process Tool, Podcasters, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Proficient in compliance management, AML/CTF policies, and regulatory frameworks
- Expertise in time management, Collaboration, organization, and creativity
- Expertise in data analysis, documentation and reports
- Strong Legal Research skills and contract drafting, reviewing skills and minuting board meetings and general meetings
- Strong Compliance monitoring skills
- Expertise in time management, organization, and creativity
- Superb analytical and communications skills that enable optimum results
- Strong Legal Research skills and contract drafting and reviewing skills
- Compliance testing knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
- United Nations Commission on International Trade Law- International Commercial Arbitration. 2023
- Google Professional Project Management Certificate- Project Planning, Foundations of Project Management and Project Initiation
Affiliations
Institute of Certified Chartered Accountants in Malawi Diplomate Member (ICAM Dip.M) – 2019
Languages
Fluent in English, Tumbuka and Chichewa.
References
- Prosper Chaponda, Senior Legal Manager, FDH Holdings Limited, P.O Box 512, Blantyre, +265 999 739 839, PChaponda@fdh.co.mw
- Ngwiro Mchakama, Audit Supervisor, BDO, P.O. Box 3038, Blantyre, +265 9953 306 86, nmchakama@bdo.co.mw
- Professor Leah Mwambene, Deputy Dean, University of Western Cape, P.O. Box X17, Bellville, Cape town, 7535, +277 2906 7486, lmwambene@uwc.ac.za
Quote
If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.
Steve Jobs
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Timeline
Temporary Employee (Legal Department)
FDH Holdings Limited
03.2024 - Current
Finance and Administration Officer
14 Trees - Durabric Ltd
11.2020 - 06.2021
Founder
The Little Mental Health Project
04.2019 - Current
Audit Senior
BDO Chartered Accountants
01.2018 - 03.2020
Audit Assistant
BDO Chartered Accountants
01.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Commerce Law -
University of Western Cape
ACCA Part 2- Professional Accounting -
Malawi College of Accountancy
Technician Diploma - Financial Accounting (ICAM) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi
Certificate in Financial Accounting (ICAM) : Accounting Technician -
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi
Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) -
Katoto Secondary School
- United Nations Commission on International Trade Law- International Commercial Arbitration. 2023
- Google Professional Project Management Certificate- Project Planning, Foundations of Project Management and Project Initiation
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