Benard Oduor
@benardoduor1
Experienced finance and administration manager driving cost reduction, compliance, and team performance.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced finance and administration manager with a track record of reducing operational costs and transforming organizations from deficit to surplus. I combine strong financial management, budgeting and reporting skills with practical experience in internal controls and regulatory compliance.
At Maseno West Sacco I led strategic planning, risk management and implementation of internal controls while ensuring timely financial and regulatory reporting to the board and authorities. I managed staff performance, organizational structure and budgeting to align operations with the SACCO’s strategy.
Previously, as a Field Administration Officer with ACTED, I maintained detailed financial records, performed reconciliations, administered cash advances and supported program teams on financial policies, while also overseeing recruitment, logistics and HR functions.
Throughout my career I have built and led high-performing teams, supervised cross‑functional field operations and delivered measurable improvements—including a 42% reduction in operating costs and growth in loan portfolio—by applying disciplined financial oversight and practical administrative leadership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager
Maseno West Sacco
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 8 months)
Led implementation of SACCO strategic plans, growing products, loan portfolio, revenues and assets while reducing operating costs by ~42% and turning the society from deficit to surplus; ensured regulatory compliance and strengthened internal controls and reporting to board and regulators.
Field Administration Officer
ACTED
Jan 2008 - Dec 2012 (4 years 11 months)
Managed field finance, administration, HR and logistics for regional operations, maintained financial records and reconciliations, administered cash advances and led a multicultural team of 30, recognized as top-performing team in 2009.
Branch Administrator
Treadsettrts Tyres Ltd
Jan 2004 - Dec 2007 (3 years 11 months)
Oversaw branch operations including banking, petty cash, creditors/debtors reconciliations, stock control and staff supervision, improving customer service and operational record-keeping across multiple regional branches.
Accounts Assistant
Africa Online Ltd
Jan 2000 - Dec 2003 (3 years 11 months)
Performed accounts payable and collections tasks, processed invoices and payments, maintained organized financial records and supported billing and account updates.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kisumu Polytechnic
Accounting Technician Certificate, Accounting
Completed an Accounting Technician Certificate focusing on practical accounting and financial record-keeping skills.
Mwer High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Mwer High School.
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