Devi Shah
@devishah
Experienced accountant skilled in financial reporting, payroll, and treasury management.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced accountant with a proven track record in financial reporting, payroll processing, VAT and PAYE filing, and treasury operations across corporate and audit environments.
I have led teams of varying sizes, implemented credit-control systems, managed cash flow and bank guarantees, and executed daily forex trading with hedging strategies to reduce currency risk.
My background includes roles in finance, accounts, management, auditing, and treasury at companies and audit firms where I reduced income tax liability, recovered receivables, and cleared multiple VAT audit assessments.
I bring strong attention to detail, effective communication, problem-solving, IFRS knowledge, and proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Tally and SAP to improve financial accuracy and support decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Treasury
Bidco Africa Limited
Nov 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year)
Led a four-person treasury team, managed daily cash flow reporting, forex trading and hedging, and implemented bank guarantees to mitigate currency and default risk.
Accountant & Admin
Raha Wholesalers
Jul 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 5 months)
Led a 15-person team, managed payrolls, cleared 12+ VAT audit assessments, reduced income tax liability by 92%, and recovered 89% of outstanding receivables.
Chief Accountant
Optimum Lubricants Ltd
Mar 2017 - Jun 2019 (2 years 3 months)
Reported to the Board of Directors and led finance functions including payroll, VAT and PAYE filings, and KRA queries, improving tax compliance and financial reporting accuracy.
Accountant
New Jogoo Road Hardware Limited
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018 (7 months)
Managed VAT and income tax matters, implemented credit control systems, performed weekly asset reconciliations, and prepared budgets to improve financial performance.
PKAssistant Auditor
PKF Kenya
Nov 2012 - Mar 2013 (4 months)
Conducted VAT and financial statement audits, inspected inventories, and recommended internal control improvements to enhance compliance and reduce risk.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Oshwal College, Nairobi
Finance, Accounts and HR
2023 -
Studied in the Finance, Accounts and HR Department beginning May 2023 with focus on finance and accounting functions.
LFLondon School of Business and Finance
ACCA Part 3, Accounting/Finance
2017 - 2019
Completed coursework related to accounting/finance between March 2017 and June 2019.
Bayview Glen
ACCA Part 1 and 2, Finance/Accounting
2013 - 2015
Attended Bayview Glen in Toronto from March 2013 to December 2015 with studies related to finance and accounting.
Greensted International School
Ontario High School Diploma, Secondary Education
2008 - 2011
Completed secondary education at Greensted International School, obtaining an Ontario High School Diploma.
Unknown
O-Levels, Secondary Education
2004 - 2008
Completed O-Levels between September 2004 and June 2008.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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