STEPHEN SHEDAFA
DAR ES SALAAM
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
NACTVET
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of annual risk assessments and developed appropriate audit programs in response to identified risks.
- Developed auditing program to address risks and evaluate regulatory requirements.
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Improved internal control processes by conducting thorough audits and identifying areas for improvement.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
- Recommended new methods to improve internal controls and operating efficiency.
- Reviewed financial statements for adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and corporate regulations.
- Planned annual audits, evaluating controls across national and international offices.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies through meticulous audits and effective communication with management.
- Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate open communication during the audit process.
- Presented clear, concise audit findings to senior management, offering actionable recommendations for improvements.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Explained risk and compliance concepts to managers and executives.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of IT controls, recommending enhancements where necessary to safeguard against potential cybersecurity threats.
- Documented auditing information utilizing corporate system.
- Produced audit reports.
- Mentored junior auditors, providing guidance on best practices in internal auditing and encouraging professional development.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization.
- Prepared audit programs and documentation in alignment with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
- Evaluated company's policies to determine how well standards adhered to best practices.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
INTERNAL AUDITOR 1
MINISTRY OF WORKS
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Developed auditing program to address risks and evaluate regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated with external auditors and documented process reviews.
- Documented auditing information utilizing corporate system.
- Reported audit findings, covering compliance issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and corporate regulations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Performed detailed reviews of business processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.
- Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Produced audit reports.
INTERNAL AUDITOR II
ATTORNEY GENERAL’S CHAMBERS (AGC)
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Developed auditing program to address risks and evaluate regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Coordinated with external auditors and documented process reviews.
- Planned annual audits, evaluating controls across national and international offices.
- Documented auditing information utilizing corporate system.
- Reported audit findings, covering compliance issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and corporate regulations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
- Produced audit reports.
- Prepared audit programs and documentation in alignment with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
Education
MBA - CORPORATE MANAGEMENT
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
Morogoro, Tanzania12.2007
Skills
- Audit management
- Report Writing
- Audit Support
- Financial and Regulatory Consulting
- Financial Projections
- Cost savings options
- Cost reduction options
- Payroll Auditing
- Business Operations Analysis
- Risk Management
- Financial Data Analysis
- Budget Analysis
- Bank Reconciliation
- Fixed Assets Management
- Daily Audits
- Account Reconciliation
- Financial Reporting
- Accounting Processes
- Clear Communication
- Oral and written communications
- Payroll Management
Certification
02/28/24
Other Short Term Professional Training Attended
- 2012, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), RISK BASED AUDIT APPROACHES
- 2013, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), AUDIT REPORT WRITING TECHNIQUES
- 2014, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), PROCUREMENT AUDIT PROCEDURES.
- 2015, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), AUDIT OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT
- 2016, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), AUDIT OF ORGANISATION CULTURE
- 2018, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), CYBER SECURITY AUDIT
- 2020, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), QUALITY ASSESSMENT PROCESS
- 2022, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT: ROLE OF INTERNAL AUDITOR & EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE FOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
- 2023, INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (IIA), FUNDAMENTAL OF PERFORMING EFFECTIVE RISK BASED AUDIT AND ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS FOR INTERNAL AUDITORS
Other Names
STEPHEN MARTIN
Current Home Place
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
Tribe
SAMBAA
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: TANGA
- Hobbies: BASKETBALL & SWIMMING
- Date of Birth: 08/21/79
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: TANZANIA
- Marital Status: MARRIED
- Religion: CHRISTIAN
References
- GOODHOPE MKARO, ASSISTANT LECTURE, P.O BOX 53046, DAR ES SAAM, TANZANIA, +255 713 499 621, hopemkaro@yahoo.com
- BARAKA ABIAELY MUNUO, ACCOUNTANT, P.O BOX 31902, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA, +255 659 894 615, Munuobaraka77@gmail.com
- JOSHUA ANDERSON MUHOGOLO, PRINCIPAL TOURISM OFFICER, P.O BOX 20950, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA, +255 784 301 487, shuamuho@gmail.com
Timeline
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
NACTVET
01.2016 - Current
INTERNAL AUDITOR 1
MINISTRY OF WORKS
01.2013 - 01.2016
INTERNAL AUDITOR II
ATTORNEY GENERAL’S CHAMBERS (AGC)
01.2009 - 01.2013
MBA - CORPORATE MANAGEMENT
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY
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