Zamiwe Mwape

Performance of readiness assessments of all Deloitte member firms based in Africa with regards to the new International Standards on Quality Management (ISQM) applicable to all audit firms. This involves assessing the processes and controls in place as well as assisting with developing remediation plans required to align with the new standards.

Provided oversight over finance, human resources and IT related operations and policies.

• Contributed to the achievement of revenue and portfolio growth targets through business development activities such as networking and participating in bids.
• Effectively managed internal and external stakeholders.
• Project- managed my portfolio of clients clients from client onboarding, engagement planning and to file close out.
• Monitored the financial performance of my portfolio of clients, through periodic analysis of actual versus budgeted utilisation of resources (time and staff) on engagements and profitability.
• Co - facilitated risk assessment workshops and developed organisational and/or departmental risk registers, as required.
• Developed risk- based internal audit plans.
• Coached and mentored junior team members.
• Performed quality review of client deliverables such as reports and board packs.
• Performed quality of review of audit Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs) and work papers to ensure compliance with set standards and methodologies.

• Provided high quality, professional day-to-day execution of internal audit engagements and projects in line with firm risk management practices.
• Added value to clients by identifying performance improvement opportunities and communicating findings to senior management and client personnel.
• Briefed engagement teams on the results of research relevant to clients and their respective industries prior to commencement of engagements/ assignments.
• Ensured effective client communication by providing updates on the progress of assignments and timely advising of stakeholders of all emerging issues.
• Ensured internal and external deadlines are met.
• Documented key processes, identifying control gaps therein and providing recommendations on remedial measures to be implemented.
• Drafted audit programs, RACMs, working papers, and internal audit reports.
• Provided on the job training to associates, interns, and new hires.

• Assisted with the assessment, management and monitoring of risks
• Drafted risk management standards and guidelines.
• Acted as contact point for staff on risk related issues, questions or concerns.
• Served as a member of the internal Basel II Implementation Committee. Project managed the Basel II Pillar II Implementation Project which involved the design of an Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) as well as the submission of the ICAAP document to the regulatory body (Bank of Zambia)..

• Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
• Produced audit reports.
• Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
• Guided departments in developing remediation plans, addressing deficiencies uncovered during walkthroughs.

• Analyzed trends over monthly, quarterly and annual financial data to investigate fluctuations.
• Followed up on reviews to assess and report on completion or progress of corrective actions.
• Completed planning, budgeting, and fieldwork and for audit engagements.
• Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
• Complied with established internal procedures by examining reports, processes and documentation.
• Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.