Amani Mbajo

Financial statement audit

• Extensive experience leading audit teams across diverse sectors including manufacturing, mining, banking, insurance and various other industries. Proven ability to adapt audit methodologies and strategies to different business environments, ensuring comprehensive coverage and effective risk management.
• Enhanced audit quality by implementing risk assessment procedures and efficient planning techniques.
• Streamlined assurance processes for improved accuracy and timely completion of projects.
• Reduced discrepancies in financial reports with thorough analysis and attention to detail.
• Managed cross-functional teams, resulting in smooth operations and successful audits.
• Provided training and mentorship to junior auditors to foster professional development and enhance audit capabilities.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices to ensure compliance with auditing standards.

VAT audits

• Develop and implement risk-based VAT audit plans tailored to each client's business operations and industry sector, ensuring comprehensive coverage of VAT related risks.
• Conduct thorough reviews of clients' VAT records, transactions, and reporting mechanisms to identify potential errors, discrepancies, or areas of non-compliance.
• Stay abreast of changes in VAT legislation, regulations, and rulings to provide timely advice and updates to clients, ensuring adherence to current VAT requirements.
• Prepare detailed VAT audit reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and potential tax implications for senior management and stakeholders.
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff on VAT audit methodologies, procedures, and best practices, fostering their professional development and enhancing audit capabilities.

Some of the clients involved includes; North Mara Gold Mine Ltd, Bulyanhulu Gold Mine Ltd, Pangea Minerals Ltd, Tanzania breweries Ltd, Tanzania Ports Authority, Dar es salaam stock exchange, Twiga Bank, Mwanga Hakika Bank, Sanlam, Phonenix assurance, Global Fund, Kilombero Valley Teak Company, Green Resource Ltd,Coca Cola Kwanza Limited, Bollore Africa Logistics Tanzania Limited, Multichoice Tanzania Limited, Nokia Solutions and Networks Tanzania, TCL e.t.c

• Leading audit teams, conducting risk assessments, testing internal controls, analyzing financial statements, and providing recommendations to improve processes and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage timelines, and mentor junior staff, playing a key role in delivering high-quality audit services and fostering client relationships.

• Conducting fieldwork, gathering evidence, analyze data, performing testing procedures to assess the accuracy and reliability of financial information and document findings.
• Contribute to the development of audit plans, assist in identifying risks, and participate in discussions with clients to gather relevant information.