Ephraim Banda

I have 8 years audit experience across KPMG and Deloitte in three different countries.

Over this period I have managed different portfolio of audit engagements in real estate, banking, government organisations, private equity and facility management, running the entire audit process from resource planning through to completion of commercial statutory audits while ensuring best practice is embedded.

I am pivotal in the development and training of junior staff ensuring the realisation of potential and maximising output on the job.

Time to time I ensure timely review of financial statements including performing a risk assessment on the engagement such as financial analysis and evaluating the going concern of entities.

Having worked on council, I have a great understanding of public benefit entities and the audit requirements including related disclosures, reviewing and understanding performance measures and their targets.

• Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
• Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
• Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
• Strengthened internal controls by evaluating the effectiveness of existing policies and recommending improvements where necessary.

• Assisted in the development of comprehensive audit plans, ensuring timely completion of all assigned tasks.
• Developed strong working relationships with clients, fostering trust and ensuring a smooth audit process.
• Upheld code of ethics and safeguarded confidential information.
• Formulated and communicated new ideas and suggestions improving profitability and performance of company's overall operation.

• Supported senior auditors in planning engagement strategies based on clients'' risk profiles and business objectives.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among colleagues while diligently completing individual tasks assigned by supervisors.
• Gained valuable experience in various industries by working on diverse client engagements.
• Collaborated with audit team members to complete assignments on time and within budget constraints.