DONWELL TLOU
Dunedin,OTA
Summary
Dynamic Finance Manager with international experience at ACWA Power, excelling in budget preparation and risk management. Proven track record in optimizing supply chain operations and enhancing financial performance through strategic planning. Adept at stakeholder management and regulatory compliance, delivering impactful financial analysis that drives organizational success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
ACWA Power Holdings Ltd t/a NOMAC AFRICA Holdings
Johannesburg, Gauteng
05.2020 - 04.2025
- Delivered accurate, timely reporting that established benchmarks for departmental performance.
- Established budgetary performance indicators (KPIs) for cross-functional management team members.
- Guided preparation of annual budgets for all business units to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Aligned finance department as key enabler for operational efficiency by developing and implementing operational plans.
- Developed and managed risk registers and mitigation strategies for compliance.
- Maintained regulatory and reporting requirements with all stakeholders.
- Oversaw tax obligations and reporting processes, managing audits for financial and statutory compliance.
- Ensured seamless supply chain management operations to support plant functions.
Finance Manager
Nomac IAE Bokpoort
05.2015 - 04.2020
- Established finance department for Bokpoort, first ACWA POWER plant in South Africa, serving as first employee and manager. Developed systems, country-specific policies, and procedures to align with corporate standards.
- Developed annual budgets and forecasts for strategic planning.
- Managed financial reporting and analysis for operational efficiency.
- Oversaw cash flow management to ensure liquidity for projects.
Chief Finance Officer and Risk Manager
Fountain Business Association
Johannesburg
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Risk Management - Identified and assessed potential risks using risk registers, developed mitigation strategies and contingency plans, and conducted ongoing risk management reviews.
- Developed financial strategies to support organizational goals and initiatives.
- Oversaw financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Budgeting and Cost Management - Established financial goals and objectives, allocated resources, managed budgets, and monitored costs for effective financial control.
- Managed budgeting processes to ensure resource allocation aligns with priorities.
Finance Manager
Shuma Steelworks
Johannesburg
03.2009 - 12.2012
- Financial Statement Preparation - Prepared accurate and timely financial statements covering Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flow Statements while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Budgeting and Forecasting - Supported Finance Manager in preparing and reviewing budget and forecast models, analyzing variances to inform strategic recommendations.
- Financial Analysis and Reporting - Developed financial reports and analysis for management, highlighting trends, risks, and actionable opportunities for improvement.
- Accounts Reconciliation - Reconciled general ledger accounts, bank statements, and other financial records, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Journal Entry Processing - Processed and reviewed journal entries for accuracy and completeness, ensuring proper accounting treatment and classification.
- Audit and Tax Preparation - Assisted the Finance Manager in preparing for internal and external audits. Prepared tax returns while ensuring compliance with tax laws.
- Financial Data Management - Maintained accurate and complete financial data through financial database reconciliations and spreadsheets.
- Payroll Processing - Processed and calculated employee wages, salaries, and deductions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll laws while reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
Transactional Manager
ZB Bank
Zimbabwe
01.2008 - 02.2010
Graduate Trainee
ZB Bank
01.2007 - 12.2007
Bookkeeper
Innscor Africa
01.2004 - 12.2006
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Certificate in Taxation
2025
Some College (No Degree) - Data Science Postgraduate certificate
2024
Completed
MBA - Executive MBA
08-2020
Completed
Certificate Data Analysis -
01-2018
Completed
Advanced Diploma -
01-2014
Completed
Honors Degree - Banking And Finance
01-2007
Completed
Skills
- Financial planning
- Financial analysis
- Budget preparation
- P&L tracking
- Cash flow management
- Cost optimization
- Tax compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
- Board preparation
- Stakeholder management
- IFRS expertise
- Supply chain optimization
- Managing multiple tasks
- International experience
- P&L tracking
Affiliations
- Lean Six Sigma, Proton Prep
- Lean Six Sigma Certificate, Green Belt & Yellow Belt
- Institute of Risk Management (IRMSA), Associate Member, South Africa, 2021
- Institute of Internal Audit (South Africa) - (IIASA), Associate Member, 2023
- Institute of Accounting and Commerce (South Africa), Technical Accountant Member, 2020
Accomplishments
- Winning Manager of the Year Award.
- Winning collaborative team of the year award.
Timeline
Finance Manager - ACWA Power Holdings Ltd t/a NOMAC AFRICA Holdings
05.2020 - 04.2025
Finance Manager - Nomac IAE Bokpoort
05.2015 - 04.2020
Chief Finance Officer and Risk Manager - Fountain Business Association
01.2013 - 04.2015
Finance Manager - Shuma Steelworks
03.2009 - 12.2012
Transactional Manager - ZB Bank
01.2008 - 02.2010
Graduate Trainee - ZB Bank
01.2007 - 12.2007
Bookkeeper - Innscor Africa
01.2004 - 12.2006
Regenesys - Some College (No Degree), Data Science Postgraduate certificate
University of Capetown - Certificate Data Analysis,
Risk Management - Advanced Diploma,
Midlands State University - Honors Degree, Banking And Finance
The Career Academy - Postgraduate Certificate, Certificate in Taxation
Quantic School of Business And Technology - MBA, Executive MBA
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References
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Hobbies and Interests
- Outdoor activities and travelling.
- Continuous Learning (attending industry conferences and workshops).
- Volunteer Work (community service, charity events).
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