Joan cherotich
@joancherotich
Senior Bookkeeper and tax compliance specialist with 5+ years ensuring accurate financial controls.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper with over five years' experience in recording daily financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements for SMEs and firms. I excel at accounts receivable/payable management, payroll support, and maintaining accurate general ledgers using QuickBooks, Sage, Navision, SAP, Xero, and eTIMS.
In my recent roles I supported audits, prepared supporting schedules, and addressed auditor queries, reducing audit turnaround time by 20% through organized documentation. I have managed invoicing, collections, statutory filings (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, VAT), and streamlined record-keeping processes to improve accuracy and timeliness.
I hold a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) with a 2nd Upper Division and have completed CPA Section IV. I am committed to ensuring statutory compliance, producing timely financial reports, and contributing to efficient finance operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Bookkeeper
Accmak Global Consultants
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Record and post daily transactions, reconcile bank and supplier accounts, manage receivables/payables and support payroll, and assist with monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements while collaborating with auditors.
Bookkeeper / Tax Associate
Delyde Associates Ltd
Apr 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Maintained ledgers and journal entries, produced management accounts and assisted with annual financial statements, performed reconciliations and supported client audits and statutory tax filings (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF).
Accounts Assistant
Enchula Resort
Apr 2020 - Jan 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Processed payroll and statutory payments, filed VAT returns, performed monthly reconciliations, assisted budgeting and variance analysis, and maintained vendor payments and cash flow reports.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown Institution
Certificate in Computer Applications, Computer Applications
2019 - 2019
Completed a Certificate in Computer Applications in 2019.
KUKirinyaga University
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
2015 - 2019
Grade: 2nd Upper Division
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting with 2nd Upper Division, covering core accounting and finance subjects.
St. Francis Girls High School
KCSE, Secondary Education
Grade: B+
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a B+ grade.
K(Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Section IV, Accounting
Completed CPA Section IV as part of the Certified Public Accountant qualification.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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