Charity Gwaidza

Experienced Tax Consultant and Management Accounting professional with experience in banking, financial services, and regulatory environments. Strong background in tax compliance, financial reporting, and advisory services, with exposure to sustainability and integrated reporting concepts.

Tax Consultant / Accountant at Tunnel Light Financial Services (2018-09 – Present)

• Preparation of financial statements, management accounts, and reconciliations
• VAT, Income Tax, Provisional Tax, COIDA and UIF calculations and submissions
• Identification of tax credits, deductions, and legal tax savings
• Preparation of tax provisions, returns, payments, and reports
• Representation of clients during audits and tax-related engagements
• CIPC registrations, BBBEE applications, and compliance documentation
• Financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making

Financial Planning Advisor at Liberty Group of Companies (2022-02 – 2023-02)

• Assessment of clients' financial positions
• Development of personalised financial plans
• Policy administration, retention, and renewals
• Client acquisition and relationship management

Business Consultant at MTN Group of Companies (2021-02 – 2021-09)

SMEs

• Client acquisition and relationship management
• Database and CRM administration
• Provision of data solutions to

Customer Consultant at Standard Bank South Africa (2015-09 – 2018-09)

• External sales and portfolio management
• Account administration and transaction processing
• Database management and compliance checks
• Client acquisition and relationship management

Tax Consultant at Fincor South Africa (2008-02 – 2014-09)

• Tax advisory services to individuals and businesses
• Financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance support
• Client acquisition and relationship management

Compliance Officer at Reserve Bank (1999-08 – 2006-09)

• Regulatory adherence
• Risk Management
• Program Development

Master of Philosophy in Accounting Science - Management Accounting and Financial Management – UNISA

Postgraduate Diploma in Management Accounting – UNISA

Bachelor of Commerce in Management Accounting – UNISA

Higher Certificate in Economics and Management Accounting – UNISA

Higher Certificate in Banking – Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe

Diploma in English (TEFL) – China