Fai Sirma
@faisirma
Accountant and audit professional with CPA qualifications and practical experience in financial reporting.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a CPA-qualified accounting and audit professional with hands-on experience in auditing, accounts reconciliation, payroll auditing, and financial statement preparation. I have worked as an Audit Associate and Accounts Intern where I prepared financial records, reconciled ledgers, and reported audit findings.
My training includes CPA Part I–III studies and a Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery, complemented by practical exposure to QuickBooks and Microsoft Office applications. I have a record of improving internal controls, verifying compliance with accounting standards, and supporting statutory submissions such as PAYE, NHIF, NSSF and NITA.
I am a collaborative team player who seeks opportunities to learn, contribute to efficient financial operations, and grow professionally within a reputable institution in Kenya or internationally.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Audit Associate
Ronald LLP
Feb 2023 - Jun 2023 (4 months)
Prepared and examined financial records, reconciled bank deposits and payments, and reported audit findings; evaluated internal controls and identified discrepancies to improve compliance.
Accounts Intern
Aquavit Ltd
Nov 2022 - Jan 2023 (2 months)
Assisted in daily and weekly financial reporting, posted vouchers and receipts, maintained debtor aged analysis and supported statutory filings including PAYE, NHIF and NSSF.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Summit Institute of Professional Studies
CPA Part III (Advanced Level), Accounting
2022 - 2023
Completed CPA Part III (Advanced Level), Sections 5 and 6, passed during Jan 2022–Apr 2023.
Summit Institute of Professional Studies
CPA Part II (Intermediate Level), Accounting
2021 - 2021
Completed CPA Part II (Intermediate Level), Sections 3 and 4, passed during Jul 2021–Dec 2021.
Visions Institute of Professionals
Short Course - QuickBooks, Accounting Software
2017 - 2017
Attended QuickBooks training in Aug–Sept 2017.
Visions Institute of Professional Studies
CPA Part I (Foundation Level), Accounting
2016 - 2017
Completed CPA Part I (Foundation Level), Sections 1 and 2, passed during May 2016–Dec 2017.
KNKenya Medical Training College, Nairobi
Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery, Clinical Medicine and Surgery
2011 - 2014
Grade: Pass
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery completed between Sept 2011 and July 2014 (Pass).
Samrat Computer College
Certificate in Computer Application, Computer Applications
2010 - 2010
Completed a certificate in computer applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) during Feb–Apr 2010.
Mercy Girls Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Secondary Education
2006 - 2009
Grade: B Plain
Activities and societies: Dorm Prefect; Member of Christian Union; Treasurer of Science & Maths clubs; Red Cross voluntary services
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with B Plain during Feb 2006–Dec 2009.
Tuiyobei Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1997 - 2005
Grade: 316/500
Completed Kenya Certificate of Primary Education with score 316/500 during Jan 1997–Nov 2005.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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