Mary Bujiku
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Experienced professional with a robust background in managing audits and financial reporting across diverse sectors including Banking, Insurance, Investment Funds, FinTech, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Consumer industries and Not for Profit organizations.
Proven track record in leading teams, coaching and mentoring staff, and overseeing complex consolidated financial statements under various standards (ASPE, IFRS, US GAAP) for both private and publicly listed entities.
Expertise in handling high-stakes client engagements, including group audits for multinational entities and specialized reviews. Over 8 years of international experience spanning Tanzania, the Channel Islands, and Canada with some clients having subsidiaries in the US.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Manager
KPMG LLP
10.2023 - Current
- Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
- Engagement planning and scheduling including developing budgets, billing and assessing WIP.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new auditing software.
- Built trust and maintained constant communications to stakeholders internally and externally with clients.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Senior Accountant
KPMG LLP
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Mentored junior auditors, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
- Evaluated the accuracy of financial reporting systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
- Implemented best practices in auditing procedures through continuous learning and professional development activities.
- Managed multiple concurrent audits, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Created a more collaborative work environment by fostering open communication channels between auditors, management, and other stakeholders.
- Consulted clients on internal control systems development and audit program improvements.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and enabling open communication during the audit process.
- Reduced instances of non-compliance by conducting thorough audits and providing clear recommendations for improvement.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
Audit Assistant Manager
KPMG Channel Islands
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Identified potential risks, developing comprehensive risk assessments to guide audit procedures.
- Evaluated internal controls across various business units, identifying weaknesses that could lead to financial misstatements or fraud.
- Reduced audit completion time with thorough planning and effective resource allocation.
- Implemented best practices in auditing techniques, staying current on industry trends and developments.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and introducing automated tools.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication throughout the audit process.
- Upheld a strong ethical stance in all aspects of work, consistently adhering to professional standards and guidelines set forth by relevant governing bodies.
- Maintained knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards, ensuring accurate application in all audit engagements.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing tailored recommendations for internal control improvements.
- Optimized utilization of resources, establishing schedules that allowed for efficient completion of multiple concurrent audits.
- Delivered high-quality reports that effectively communicated findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Audit Senior
KPMG East Africa
08.2016 - 10.2020
- Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
- Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
- Leveraged knowledge gained from attending professional conferences to identify emerging risks impacting businesses'' operations.
- Led training sessions on various topics related to internal auditing, enhancing the skills and knowledge of fellow team members.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen, Scotland12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Mzumbe University
Morogoro, Tanzania06.2016
Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Audit Planning and Execution
- Internal Controls assessment
- Financial Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Team management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Member - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Member - National Board of Accountants and Auditors (Tanzania)
- Candidate - CPA Western Business School, Canada
Timeline
Audit Manager
KPMG LLP
10.2023 - Current
Senior Accountant
KPMG LLP
11.2021 - 09.2023
Audit Assistant Manager
KPMG Channel Islands
11.2020 - 11.2021
Audit Senior
KPMG East Africa
08.2016 - 10.2020
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Robert Gordon University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Mzumbe University
- Member - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Member - National Board of Accountants and Auditors (Tanzania)
- Candidate - CPA Western Business School, Canada
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