George Olaka
@georgeolaka
Junior accountant and CPA Part I-II candidate focused on financial accuracy and growth.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a junior accountant with hands-on experience in financial reporting, deposits, budgeting, and tax compliance gained from roles at a community OVC program and small enterprises. I hold CPA Part I-II certification from Vision Institute of Professionals and have practical exposure to bookkeeping tasks, financial planning, and basic e-services operations.
I am adaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently or in teams, with strengths in learning new skills, diplomatic communication, and process improvement. I have additional accomplishments in coding fundamentals (HTML, CSS, SQL), entrepreneurship mentorship recognition, and Sage badges that support my interest in finance technology and operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Video Editor
Reverb Nation
Jun 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Developed visually compelling video and digital assets that increased client engagement by 25%; collaborated with marketing and product teams and managed multiple projects to deliver on time and within budget.
Junior Accountant
Homecare Spiritual Fellowship
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Prepared school fees payment reports, deposited cheques to bank accounts, and drafted temporary office budgets to improve financial record accuracy and cash handling processes.
Graphic Designer
K-GILL
Jan 2020 - Mar 2022 (2 years 2 months)
Created graphic designs and video content that increased engagement by 20% and led a website redesign that drove a 30% increase in web traffic.
Volunteer Financial Consultant
Warmtel Enterprises
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Provided financial planning and analysis, managed taxation follow-ups, and filed yearly returns to ensure compliance and improved financial controls.
Cyber Attendant
Ethernet Stores
Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 11 months)
Operated printing and document services including typesetting, photocopying, lamination, and binding to support customer e-services and daily shop operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Vision Institute of Professionals
Certified Public Accounting (CPA) Part I–II, Accounting
2018 - 2021
Completed Certified Public Accounting (CPA) Part I–II coursework focusing on foundational accounting and auditing principles.
Online University
Certificate of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
2018 - 2020
Completed a Certificate of Fine Arts in Graphic Design with coursework and practical projects focused on print and digital media.
Sawagongo High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), General Secondary Education
2014 - 2017
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) secondary school studies.
Palm Olive Academy
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), Primary Education
2006 - 2013
Completed primary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE).
Availability
Location
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Website
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