Xolani S. Malinga
Internal Audit Management, Retail Business Support Manager
Brackendowns
Summary
Dynamic Retail Admin Manager with 20+ years of progressive experience in Internal Auditing, Business Support, Risk Management, and Retail Operations within the petrochemical sector. Proven expertise in governance, financial controls, dealer incentive management, and cross-functional leadership. Recognized for optimizing operational processes, driving compliance, and presenting insights at executive forums. Currently an MBA candidate with strong strategic capabilities and a passion for developing high-performing teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Business Support Admin Manager
TOTALENERGIES Southern Africa
07.2016 - Current
- Lead a high-performing team of 3 in delivering business support across retail operations.
- Manage dealer incentive programs including Dealer Classification Model & Stock on Consignment Fee Model.
- Oversee monthly billing across QSR, Wet stock, ATM, Food, Dry Stock & Solar Rentals ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Manage accruals and financial processing (debit and credit notes).
- Oversee landlord rental payments, municipal account payment and recoveries, and purchasing function within Sales & Marketing.
- Present insights at National & Regional Dealer Councils and major corporate forums.
Relief Terminal Logistics Manager
12.2014 - 06.2016
- Selected for Accelerated Development Programme targeting senior management readiness.
- Completed rotation across 5 operational roles within Durban Depot gaining comprehensive logistics expertise.
Internal Audit Manager
05.2012 - 11.2014
- Prepared quarterly and half-yearly audit packs for Executive Committee and Audit Committee.
- Managed SOX testing, reporting to Total Group (Paris) and mentoring a team of 8 auditors.
- Developed 3-year strategic audit plans and managed budgets and team performance.
- Validated the Combined Assurance Framework ensuring governance alignment.
Senior Internal Auditor
07.2010 - 04.2012
- Led internal audit assignments, coached junior auditors, and delivered findings to management.
Internal Auditor
10.2007 - 06.2010
- Conducted risk assessments, control testing, and process reviews; drafted audit reports and recommendations.
Internal Auditor
Sun International
10.2006 - 09.2007
- Conducted audit testing, drafted reports, and supported management discussions.
Internal Auditor
SizweNtsaluba VSP
10.2003 - 09.2006
- Executed control tests, interviewed auditees, identified improvements, and prepared reports.
Education
MBA -
Management College of Southern Africa
04.2001 -
B-Tech - Internal Auditing
Vaal University of Technology
National Diploma - Internal Auditing
Vaal University of Technology
Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management
Management College of Southern Africa
01-2023
Skills
- Internal Audit & Compliance
- Risk Management
- Retail Operations Management
- Financial Controls & Billing
- Lease and municipal account management
- Dealer Incentive Programs
Affiliations
- Dealer Classification Model Committee
- Sarbanes-Oxley Committee
- Solar Steercom (2023–Present)
Timeline
Business Support Admin Manager
TOTALENERGIES Southern Africa
07.2016 - Current
Relief Terminal Logistics Manager
12.2014 - 06.2016
Internal Audit Manager
05.2012 - 11.2014
Senior Internal Auditor
07.2010 - 04.2012
Internal Auditor
10.2007 - 06.2010
Internal Auditor
Sun International
10.2006 - 09.2007
Internal Auditor
SizweNtsaluba VSP
10.2003 - 09.2006
MBA -
Management College of Southern Africa
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Internal Auditing
Vaal University of Technology
Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management
Management College of Southern Africa
B-Tech - Internal Auditing
Vaal University of Technology