MUTALE CHIPWEPWE
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic tax inspector with extensive experience at Zambia Revenue Authority, specializing in governance, risk management, and compliance. Proven track record in leading investigations and audits to ensure compliance and enhance revenue collection. Expertise in coaching teams and implementing risk management strategies to drive operational excellence in tax processes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Inspector - Investigation
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
04.2023 - Current
- Planned and executed allocated investigation cases to ascertain the risk of tax evasion.
- Ensured timely and quality investigation inquiries are undertaken in line with laws and regulations.
- Guided teams on complex tax investigation issues to enhance case resolution.
- Implemented risk management in all investigation inquiries and work processes.
- Provided feedback on the performance operations of the Investigation module of the Tax Online System.
- Prepared monthly and weekly revenue collection reports to monitor compliance and enhance revenue collection.
Tax Inspector - Audit
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
05.2020 - 04.2023
- Planned and executed all allocated audit cases to ascertain the risk of non-compliance.
- Provided technical guidance to resolve complex tax audit issues, enhancing audit accuracy and compliance.
- Established risk management strategies to enhance audit processes.
- Ensured adherence to taxpayer charter requirements when conducting tax audits.
- Identified training needs for staff in the team and implemented development programs.
Assistant Tax Inspector - Audit
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Conducted timely, high-quality audits with credibility checks on refunds to uphold audit integrity.
- Applied risk management strategies across work processes to enhance compliance and minimize discrepancies.
- Generated monthly performance and management reports to inform decision-making and track progress.
Treasury Officer
Zambia Revenue Authority
Lusaka
01.2013 - 10.2016
- Prepared revenue tax reconciliation schedules, ensuring compliance with allocated tax collection targets.
- Resolved client tax queries, enhancing taxpayer satisfaction and understanding of tax processes.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Celpay Zambia Limited
Lusaka
05.2011 - 11.2012
- Processed hundreds of invoices per month, resulting in timely and accurate payments to vendors.
- Reviewed and reconciled monthly statements, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
Accounts Assistant
Celpay Zambia Limited
Lusaka
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Prepared payment requisitions and processed online payments, ensuring all payments were authorized.
- Ensured all statutory obligations were paid on time.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
ZCAS
Lusaka09-2026
CIMA Strategic - Accounting And Finance
ZCAS
Lusaka10-2023
Bachelor of Accountancy -
University of Lusaka
Lusaka06-2021
CIMA Advanced Diploma -
ZCAS
Lusaka07-2014
ZICA Professional Certificate -
ZCAS
Lusaka06-2012
Grade Twelve Certificate -
Munali Senior Secondary School
Lusaka12-2003
Skills
Websites
Certification
- Pay as You Earn (PAYE) Certificate, 2017
- Supervisory Training Certificate, 2018
- Tax Inspectors Certificate, 2019
- Value Added Tax (VAT) I Certificate, 2020
- Value Added Tax (VAT) II Certificate, 2021
- Excise Training Certificate, 2022
- Customer Care Certificate, 2022
- ATAF Advanced Course on Tax Audit Certificate, 2020
- Basel's Financial Investigation certificates, 2023
- Basic Financial Investigation Certificate-South Africa, 2023
- Leadership for Civil Society Organisations certificate, 2023
References
- Mr. Maxwell Banda, Celpay Zambia Limited, Lusaka, 260-97-7-474 977
- Irene M. Mwila, Zambia Revenue Authority, Lusaka, 260-966-823776
- Mr Emmanuel Mufunga, Zambia Revenue Authority, Lusaka, 260-977-786568
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Watching movies
- Listening to music
- Travelling
- Cooking
Languages
English
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/29/85
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Zambian
Timeline
Tax Inspector - Investigation
Zambia Revenue Authority
04.2023 - Current
Tax Inspector - Audit
Zambia Revenue Authority
05.2020 - 04.2023
Assistant Tax Inspector - Audit
Zambia Revenue Authority
10.2016 - 05.2020
Treasury Officer
Zambia Revenue Authority
01.2013 - 10.2016
Accounts Payable Assistant
Celpay Zambia Limited
05.2011 - 11.2012
Accounts Assistant
Celpay Zambia Limited
05.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
ZCAS
CIMA Strategic - Accounting And Finance
ZCAS
Bachelor of Accountancy -
University of Lusaka
CIMA Advanced Diploma -
ZCAS
ZICA Professional Certificate -
ZCAS
Grade Twelve Certificate -
Munali Senior Secondary School