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Detail-oriented CPA with 20+ years in finance and administration.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role in a growth-focused organization that values financial integrity and offers opportunities for professional development.

I am a CPA(K)-qualified finance and administration professional with over 20 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial management across various sectors, including legal, media, and consultancy. My career has been marked by a commitment to improving financial reporting accuracy and maintaining regulatory compliance, which has allowed me to successfully manage firm-level budgets exceeding KES 50 million.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to streamline payroll and budgeting operations, significantly reducing discrepancies and enhancing reporting timelines. I have coordinated audits for multi-client portfolios and executed tax filings for both corporate and individual entities. My recent role as a Finance Officer at MW & Company Advocates LLP has further honed my skills in financial variance analysis and budget reviews, leading to a 12% reduction in discretionary spending within six months.

I am eager to transfer my extensive skill set into a dynamic finance or administration role with a growth-focused organization, where I can continue to contribute to financial excellence and compliance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Finance Officer

Current

MW & Company Advocates LLP

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years)

Oversaw full-cycle accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely, compliant transactions that supported consistent monthly cash flow and minimized late-payment penalties. Conducted detailed financial variance analyses and budget reviews, delivering insights that directly informed cost-control decisions and helped reduce discretionary spending by 12% within six months.

Financial Reporting Tax Compliance General Ledger Bank Reconciliation Data Entry

Consultant Accountant

Self-Employed / Freelance

Apr 2020 - May 2023 (3 years 1 month)

Delivered full-spectrum accounting support to SMEs, law firms and sole proprietors tailoring financial processes to diverse business models and compliance requirements. Managed statutory obligations such as VAT, PAYE, NSSF and NHIF, ensuring accurate computation and on-time remittance, maintaining 100% compliance with KRA deadlines throughout engagements.

Statutory Compliance Payroll Processing Bank Reconciliation Financial Reporting Cash Flow Management

Accountant

Mandala Limited

Jan 2014 - Mar 2020 (6 years 2 months)

Analyzed production costs and compared them with budgets throughout high-profile TV and commercial projects, identifying variances and cost-saving opportunities in real time. Acted as on-site production accountant during filming periods, managing expenses, coordinating crew payments and reconciling transactions to ensure financial clarity on set.

Budget Management Financial Forecasting Expense Management Accounting Management

Accountant / Production Accountant

Complete Africa

Oct 2008 - Dec 2013 (5 years 2 months)

Managed accounting and production accounting tasks for film and video productions. Oversaw financial aspects on set, including expense tracking and crew payments.

Expense Management Crew Payments Cost Control Financial Reporting Tax Compliance

Auditor / Accountant

Kiguru & Associates

Feb 2004 - Sep 2007 (3 years 7 months)

Responsible for auditing and accounting functions within a certified public accountants firm. Supported various clients with their financial needs and ensured compliance.

Auditing Accounting Financial Compliance Client Management Financial Statements Tax Preparation General Ledger Financial Analysis Regulatory Compliance Bookkeeping

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KASNEB

CPA(K), Accounting

Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA(K)) qualification through KASNEB. This certification provided a strong foundation in accounting, auditing, and financial management principles.