NATASHA GODWIN HARAWA
Lilongwe
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in strategic planning, data analysis, and financial literacy. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-assisted audit tools, alongside a strong ability to develop audit procedures and deliver final analysis. Adept at producing in-depth reporting and analysis while maintaining exceptional time management skills. Committed to leveraging analytical capabilities to support organisational goals and drive informed decision-making.
Experienced Auditor with knack for identifying and mitigating financial risks. Led multiple audits that significantly improved compliance and reduced operational costs. Known for delivering actionable insights that drive business improvements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Auditor
Audit Consult
Lilongwe
01.2020 - 04.2025
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, identifying risks, and recommending improvements.
- Ensure that the organization complies with all relevant laws, accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Verify the accuracy and legitimacy of financial transactions, including revenue recognition, expense recording, and asset valuation.
- Analyze variances between budgeted and actual figures, investigate discrepancies, and report findings to management.
- Participate in physical stock counts, evaluate inventory management processes, and audit asset listings for accuracy.
- Prepare audit reports that summarize findings and recommend corrective actions for identified issues.
- Identify potential areas of financial risk and provide recommendations to mitigate these risks through better internal controls or financial management practices.
- Collaborate with finance, accounting, and operations teams to obtain necessary information, clarify transactions, and resolve discrepancies during the audit.
Research Assistant
World Vision
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Aligned research methodologies with research goals
- Prepared interview questions and summarized the results
- Recorded data interpreted it using Statistical Package of the Social Sciences (SPSS)
Education
BACHELORS DEGREE - COMMERCE-BANKING AND FINANCE
MALAWI ASSEMBLIES OF GOD UNIVERSITY
01.2016 - 1 2020
MALAWI SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - undefined
NKHAMENYA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2008 - 1 2011
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Thinking
- In-depth reporting and analysis
- Data analysis
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Time management
- Final analysis
- Financial literacy
- Computer-Assisted audit tools usage
- Audit procedure development
Personal Information
Nationality: Malawian
Affiliations
- Solving puzzles
- Baking
- Listening to music
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Auditor
Audit Consult
01.2020 - 04.2025
Research Assistant
World Vision
01.2016 - 12.2016
BACHELORS DEGREE - COMMERCE-BANKING AND FINANCE
MALAWI ASSEMBLIES OF GOD UNIVERSITY
01.2016 - 1 2020
MALAWI SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - undefined
NKHAMENYA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2008 - 1 2011
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