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Mary Luo

Lusaka,Zambia

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in financial management, auditing, and risk management. Demonstrates strong communication and analytical skills, with a proven track record in internal control evaluation and regulatory compliance. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Career goal includes leveraging extensive knowledge to drive organisational success and maintain robust financial health.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Audit senior

Deloitte
Lusaka, Zambia
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintained regulatory compliance for clients through comprehensive audits.
  • Developed audit findings for improved financial transparency and efficiency.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in auditing software, enhancing work efficiency.
  • Handled delicate situations related to fraud detection with tact and professionalism.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues, facilitating smooth completion of complex audits.
  • Went above and beyond to deliver exceptional service to clients and develop trusted relationships.
  • Supervised and trained junior members of staff in best audit practices.
  • Examined company's balance sheets, ensuring they accuratelyreflectedt assets and liabilities.
  • Utilised advanced auditing software tools for efficient data analysis and reporting.

Senior associate

Deloitte
Lusaka, Zambia
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated internal resources, effectively meeting project deadlines.
  • Streamlined processes for improved business efficiency.
  • Negotiated contracts leading to cost-effective deals with vendors and suppliers.
  • Carried out risk assessments, minimising potential hazards within the workplace environment.

Audit associate

Deloitte
Lusaka, Zambia
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Evaluated financial systems' operational performanceand suggested improvements when necessary.
  • Enhanced understanding of client businesses by conducting in-depth research before each audit.
  • Upheld compliance standards with regular policy review and enforcement.
  • Identified potential risksand mitigated future financial discrepancies.

Audit intern

Deloitte
Lusaka, Zambia
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assisted team members with audit engagements to meet strict deadlines.
  • Completed audit fieldwork by testing key controls and reporting on conclusions about design and effectiveness.
  • Identified and helped correct errors in financial data or accounting practices.
  • Contributed to providing statutory audit and accounts preparation services for a robust client portfolio.

Intern

ZESCO
HQ Office
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Company Overview: Corporate Revenue Collection Department
  • Consistently meet project deadlines through effective coordination of staff and resources
  • Analysed and classified data according to customer types which include corporate, collectable, trade associates and government using Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledgeable on the use of different database management system thus printing bills and statements, running debtors and current balances
  • Delivered bills and statements to corporate customers and following up debt thus collecting revenue
  • Implemented process improvement directives, resulting in an increase in efficiency of work assignments
  • Increase work efficiency for all assigned duties by defining research avenues and providing research support to all involved departments
  • Assisted in the creation and implementation of project plans according to set instructions
  • Facilitated the flow of information between individuals involved in project management and departments
  • Performed research work to provide input for development of added resources and processes
  • Corporate Revenue Collection Department

Education

School Certificate -

Ndola Girls National Technical High School
01.2010 - 01.2012

Certificate Examination Council of Zambia - undefined

St Mary's Secondary School
01.2008 - 01.2009

ACCA - Level One ACCA

Bachelor’s degree - economics

Mulungushi University
03.2017 - 07.2017

Skills

  • Communication and analytical skills
  • Financial Management
  • Auditing and Risk management
  • Internal Control Evaluation
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge

Affiliations

  • Interested in taking walks
  • Watching interesting movies

Timeline

Audit senior

Deloitte
09.2024 - Current

Senior associate

Deloitte
10.2023 - 08.2024

Audit associate

Deloitte
03.2022 - 09.2023

Audit intern

Deloitte
09.2021 - 02.2022

Intern

ZESCO
03.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor’s degree - economics

Mulungushi University
03.2017 - 07.2017

School Certificate -

Ndola Girls National Technical High School
01.2010 - 01.2012

Certificate Examination Council of Zambia - undefined

St Mary's Secondary School
01.2008 - 01.2009

ACCA - Level One ACCA

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