WACKSON TEMBO

Result-driven Accounting & Assurance Professional with 3 + years of progressive experience steering cashflow portfolios up to USD 15 million, delivering audit excellence for Tier-1 mining & consumer-goods groups, and elevating compliance with ZRA, NAPSA, NHIMA, ZPPA and IFRS. Adept at business-case modelling, cost-benefit analysis, contract negotiation, and staff upskilling that improve profitability and governance. Recognised by PwC East Africa for audit quality leadership and by Agrizam for fortifying working-capital health. Armed with advanced Excel, Power BI and ERP (SAP, Pastel) capability and poised to add value to growth-minded organisations through strategic insight, strong stakeholder engagement, and rigorous financial control. Adaptable and analytical with strong foundation in accounting principles and financial reporting. Deep understanding of financial statements and tax regulations. Capable of driving efficient financial operations and contributing to organizational success. Known for accuracy in financial reporting and ability to streamline accounting processes. Collaborative team player focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and budget management.

• Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants - LZiCA
• Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants - Student Member

• Cash-Flow Forecasting & Liquidity
• Financial Reporting (IFRS / ISA / GAAP)
• Budgeting & Variance Analysis
• Audit & Assurance Engagements
• Tax Planning & Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Assessment & Internal Controls
• Cost-Benefit & Feasibility Studies
• Contract Negotiation & Business Development
• ERP & Accounting Systems (SAP, Pastel, QuickBooks)
• Data Analytics & Power BI Dashboards
• Stakeholder & External-Relations Management
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
• Recruitment & Talent Development
• Process Improvement & SOP Design
• Governance, Ethics & Corporate Policy Alignment

• Strategic Cash Management - Align liquidity windows to sales cycles, freeing capital for reinvestment and emergency buffers.
• Regulatory Stewardship - Translate complex ZRA & IFRS rules into practical checklists that slash non-compliance penalties.
• Analytical Storytelling - Distil large data sets into executive dashboards that drive quick, informed decisions.
• Cross-Functional Leadership - Coordinate finance, HR and operations teams to deliver unified budget and audit objectives.
• Business Development Insight - Evaluate new ventures with NPV/IRR tools; present clear go/no-go recommendations to C-suite. Winning a $3m tender on behalf of the company.
• Talent Coaching - Mentor junior accountants toward ACCA success; retention improved by 12 % year-on-year.
• Continuous Improvement Mind-set - Champion Lean principles, eliminating redundant approvals and trimming month-end close by 2 days.

• PwC Audit Methodology & Data Analytics Bootcamp, 2023
• Financial Services & Consulting - Internship Experience UK, 2022
• Excel for Finance - CFI, 2021
• ZiCA Professional Development Workshops, Ongoing

• Excel (Advanced formulas, Power Pivot)
• Power BI
• SAP
• Pastel
• QuickBooks
• CaseWare
• Alteryx
• Sage Payroll