Experience

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  KP Mahachi Charterd Accountants

  • Public Financial Management Expert

    • Jan 2017 - Present

  • Public Financial Management Expert

    • Jan 2017 - Feb 2020

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  KENNIAS PETER MAHACHI, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

  • Zimbabwe

  • Public Sector financial statement expert

    • Jan 2017 - Feb 2020
    • Zimbabwe

    South Sudanese Audit Chamber (Capacity Building Project)This is an audit capacity building project for the Audit Chamber of South Sudan the nation’s SAI. Funded by AfDB implemented by KP Mahachi Chartered Accountants.Project focus was on continuing technical assistance in auditing financial statements of the Resilient Water Project for Improved Livelihood in Juba (RWPILJ). As Trainer Audit consultant while planning and managing all aspects of the audit.• Supported the South Sudanese Audit Chamber staff in the auditing of the financial statements • Identified the key Project personnel and contacts• Identified the Project’s significant classes of transactions and financial processes• Developed and Understanding of the environment in which the Project operates and the key constraints it faces• Obtained an understanding of the risk areas• Developed an understanding of unusual transactions or events that occurred during the period to be audited• Assessed inherent risks, both at the financial statement and account balance level• Evaluated internal control structure and the subsequent assessment of control risk• Assessed the effectiveness of analytical procedures in controlling and detecting risk• Obtained an understanding of the Project and its environment and its risks• Analyzed known misstatements (if any).• Performed Walkthroughs of key revenue processes• Traced amounts to receipts, bank statement• Evaluated revenue cut-off for completeness• Checked compliance with restrictions placed by AfDB on use of loan funds• Sought confirmation of loan funds released

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  Self-employed

  • Zimbabwe

  • Senior Financial Auditor

    • Jan 2017 - Jan 2017
    • Zimbabwe

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  The World Bank General Auditing Commission

  • Liberia

  • Audit and Quality Assurance Consultant

    • Jul 2014 - Dec 2016
    • Liberia

    General Auditing Commission of Liberia Capacity Building project• Managed and directed 30 audit projects (including specialized audit such as procurement and Revenue audits)• Provided technical guidance during the Audit of USAID projects• Scheduled audits • Provided technical guidance during the audit of Management systems and reform processes• Provided technical guidance to GAC audit management and staff during the audit of financial statements of public organisations and institutions in Liberia.• Provided technical guidance during the audit of Public revenues• Ensured all required confidentiality agreements and other required documents are executed to GAC’s satisfaction prior to audit • Established committees to monitors the implementation or audit recommendation• Reviewed all audits, usually onsite • Liaised with internal auditors in ministries and Agencies• Wrote comprehensive report of findings and recommended action plans and solutions; provided audit teams with necessary findings, reports and supporting materials to present to client. • Engaged the teams in all stages of the audit process; ensured audit teams’ specific needs are met at each audit. • Acted as change agent for improvements and enhancements to GAC audit process. • Took a methodical approach to audit process with strategic vision for ongoing process improvement. • Complied with all statutory regulations, Budget Law, PPC Act of 2010, PFM Act and other such laws and regulatory requirements. General Auditing Commission – Quality Control support Capacity Building ProjectThis is an audit capacity building project for audit management and staff of the General Auditing Commission of Liberia funded by the World Bank. • On the Job training on by reviewing the Institutional level quality assurance system and the individual file level including USAID quality audit standards • Explained quality control and assurance concepts

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  EU BDO General Auditing commission

  • Liberia

  • Financial Statement Audit exp

    • Jan 2013 - Jun 2014
    • Liberia

    This is an audit capacity building project for audit management and staff of the General Auditing Commission of Liberia funded by the EU and implemented by BDO UK LLP. Project focus was on continuing technical assistance in auditing the Government of Liberia Consolidated financial statements. As Financial Statement Audit Expert while planning all audit projects activities• On the job training during the audit of the Consolidated Fund accounts • Planning the audit of the 2010/2011 and 2011-12/13/14 GoL financial statements through training on important elements of the audit and identification of approaches during a 2 day workshop• Liaised with Ministry of Finance on the implementation of IPSAS financial reporting framework by the Government of Liberia, • Indentified challenges that may be faced by the GAC during the audit of the financial statements. • Provided on the job training during the audit of IPSAS based Consolidated financial statement for three consecutive years.• Demonstrated the audit process during the planning phase focusing on additional aspects related to the audit of the Consolidated financial statements• Explained the risks that could impact the Consolidated financial statements and GAC.• 20 managers and auditors were trained on the additional audit aspects to be considered during the planning phase of the Consolidated Financial statement Audit process;

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  Self-employed

  • Liberia

  • public sector audit consultant

    • Apr 2010 - Dec 2012
    • Liberia

    ovide expertise to audit teams in planning, supervising and reporting on audits of Consolidated funds, Ministries, Agencies and Commissions of LiberiaTrain team leaders and co-team leaders to build capacity and specialisationTrain auditors for State Owned EnterpriseProvide expertise to audit teams in planning, supervising and reporting donor funded projects audits including USAID , World Bank and other donors.Advise the Auditor General on quality control practicesProvide technical guidance on the implementation of audit guidelinesAudit scheduling of staff.Ensure audits comply with professional standards Provide technical guidance to top,middle and lower level management on audit management

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  Auditor General/ Government of Zimbabwe

  • Zimbabwe

  • Director of audit/ Training/ Quality assurance and research and Development

    • Jan 2007 - Apr 2010
    • Zimbabwe

    • Government of Zimbabwe audit service• Managed the Audit Office Training Centre and its activities• Participated in ongoing analysis, forecasting and review of project expenses;• Participated in budget planning and realignments as required;• Carried out quality assurance reviews of audit files• Coordinated with the Internal auditors

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  Auditor General / Government of Zimbabwe

  • Zimbabwe

  • Deputy Director of audit

    • May 1994 - Jan 2007
    • Zimbabwe

    • Planned and managed the work of audit teams under my control• Co-coordinated the work of senior auditors, auditors, audit assistants and any other subordinate staff• Scrutinised all accounts audited by subordinate staff and identified matters for the attention of Management• Compiled audit management letters, examined and edited audit reports prepared by subordinates• Gave on-the-job training to junior personnel• Drew up and reviewed audit programmes and questionnaires and ensuring that adjustments are made to cater for changes, circumstances or new developments in auditing• Directed audit tours including local inspections• Directed, supervised audit investigations