MAGDALENE WABWOBA

Public sector and Government Audit Specialist performing audits for NGOs and government parastatals reporting under IFRS and IPSAS. Key achievements in this role are:

• Audit planning and Execution: Developing comprehensive audit plans, assigning tasks to team members and overseeing the execution of audits to ensure compliance with professional standards and requirements. I have planned and successfully executed over 20 engagements as an audit senior.
• Project audits: Successfully audited several donor-funded reports, including projects funded by USAID, CDC, European Union, DANIDA, SIDA, World Bank, United Nations, and AFDB, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
• Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
• Increased overall reliability of financial statements by performing detailed reviews of account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
• Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
• Evaluated critical business systems and processes, identifying areas of potential risk exposure and offering recommendations to mitigate those risks.
• Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.
• Stayed current on industry trends and accounting standards changes, ensuring that all audit activities adhered to applicable guidelines at all times.

Public Sector and Government Audit Specialist performing audits for NGOs and government parastatals reporting under IFRS and IPSAS

• Audit planning and Execution: Developing comprehensive audit plans, assigning tasks to team members and oversee the execution of audits to ensure compliance with professional standards and requirements
• Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
• Evaluated financial statements, identifying discrepancies and providing recommendations for corrective action.
• Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
• Prepared comprehensive audit reports, detailing findings and presenting recommendations for improvement.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulations, ensuring accurate and compliant audits.
• Worked on both organizational and project audits including projects funded by USAID, CDC, European Union, DANIDA, SIDA, World Bank etc
• Supported senior auditor in creating audit objectives and project scope for progression towards audit targets

• Worked in various departments to gain hands-on experience.
• Supported department members with administrative, research, and academic assistance.
• Developed problem-solving abilities through participation in brainstorming sessions and critical thinking exercises.
• Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
• Proactively sought feedback from supervisors regarding performance improvement opportunities, demonstrating commitment to personal growth.
• Developed strong communication skills through presentations and written reports, leading to increased team efficiency.