asava mwema
@asavamwema
Finance and accounting professional driving compliance, controls, and strategic financial insights.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven finance and accounting professional with over six years of progressive experience across public sector, investment firms, and non-profit organizations. I am a CPA finalist who has implemented robust internal controls, improved reconciliation efficiency, and supported clean external audits while providing strategic financial reporting and analysis.
I have managed full-cycle finance functions including payroll, budgeting, cash-flow management, statutory compliance, and investment reconciliation. I deliver process improvements, cost reductions, and automated reporting solutions that enhance transparency and support data-driven decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Payroll System Consultant
Vensures HR
Mar 2025 - Present (6 months)
Implemented and managed compliant payroll systems, automated salary and deduction calculations, and integrated payroll with HR and finance systems to improve accuracy and governance.
Finance / Accountant
Garment of Praise Ministries
May 2024 - Feb 2025 (9 months)
Managed daily accounting, payroll processing, budget monitoring and statutory compliance, providing financial insights that improved transparency and supported managerial decisions.
Finance & Operations Accountant
Nabo Capital
Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)
Managed finance and operations functions including reconciliations, management accounts, cash flow and treasury operations, and supported investment operations with accurate financial reporting.
Finance Assistant
NG-CDF Mathare
Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (3 years)
Supported daily finance operations including payments, reconciliations, preparation of financial statements and budget reports, and ensured compliance with NG-CDF guidelines.
Investment Associate
Cytonn Investments
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Conducted financial analysis, due diligence and market research to support portfolio management and deal execution, and prepared investment reports and client-facing materials.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Master of Business Administration, Finance
Pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance to deepen strategic financial management and analytical skills.
Moi University
Bachelor of Science, Financial Economics
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Financial Economics focusing on economic and financial analysis for investment and policy decisions.
Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Kenya, Accounting
Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Kenya professional qualification (finalist status indicated).
United Nations Learning
Certification, Sustainable Finance
Completed a Sustainable Finance certification focusing on integrating environmental, social, and governance considerations into finance.
Moi University
Diploma, Business Management
Completed a Diploma in Business Management covering core business administration, accounting, and management practices.
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