Our Team
Thomas Hamata
Thomas has a rich career history that includes molding IT risk and compliance for a leading multinational bank in sub-Saharan Africa, spearheading fintech and payment system regulations in Namibia, and managing IT risk for an international tech company in regions such as Europe, the UK, Canada, and Australia. His depth of expertise in identifying diverse business risks, simplifying compliance requirements, and strategizing mitigation plans ensures Accelerate clients navigate the IT and operational domain confidently and securely.
Credentials & Recognition:
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- COBIT 2019 Foundation Certificate Holder
- UCT Certificate in Compliance Management
- UCT Certificate in Blockchain Technologies
- Professional Member of ISACA Namibia Chapter
- FirstRand International Group Internal Auditor of the Year (2019)
Andreas Hungamo
Andreas Hungamo has a rich background as a Chartered Accountant, boasting 6 years of auditing experience across a spectrum of industries including Manufacturing, Banking, Insurance, Telecommunications, Renewable Energy, and more. His expertise encompasses financial accounting and reporting, compliance with IFRS & UK GAAP, statutory and PCAOB audits, as well as a profound understanding of internal controls/SOX controls, project management, data analytics, risk assessment, business process improvement, and taxation.
His client portfolio spans notable entities in the Aerospace, Technology, Renewable Energy, and Financial Services fields, showcasing his versatility and depth in handling complex audit environments across different sectors. Andreas's inclusion on the team reinforces our commitment to providing sophisticated and comprehensive risk assurance and financial guidance to our clients, leveraging his broad experience and skills in navigating the complexities of modern business landscapes.
Credentials & Recognition:
- Chartered Accountant (NAM)
- Professional Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants Namibia (ICAN)
Job Angula
Job's professional journey has seen him at the forefront of IT risk assurance for a Big 4 consulting firm, both in Namibia and the Netherlands, where he led complex internal control and IT risk initiatives across diverse industries. Additionally, he has played a pivotal role in directing global IT risk and internal control initiatives for listed tech companies across key regions like Germany, the Netherlands, the US, and New Zealand. Job's distinctive approach, blending analytical acumen with practical know-how, equips Accelerate's clients with sophisticated strategies to master the complexities of IT risks and internal controls.
Credentials & Recognition:
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- COBIT 5 Foundation Certificate Holder
- Professional Member of ISACA Netherlands Chapter & ISC2
- Deloitte Africa Top Achiever & Top Professional Award (2017)