Joel Kio
@joelkio
Experienced audit senior and CPA skilled in regulatory compliance and risk management.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a CPA (Kenya) and seasoned Audit Senior with extensive experience leading audit engagements across financial services, manufacturing, public sector, and NGOs. I have a proven record at Big Four and regional firms—driving full audit cycles, strengthening internal controls, and delivering clear, actionable financial insights.
My background includes a Finance Manager role at a major bank where I led financial reporting, regulatory submissions, budget oversight and audit coordination. I combine audit software mastery, risk management expertise, and strong communication to mentor teams and influence governance and compliance improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
EYConducting financial statement audits for insurance and captive entities, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and strengthening internal controls to mitigate risks.
Finance Manager
Diamond Trust Bank
Apr 2023 - Nov 2023 (7 months)
Prepared financial reports, budgets, and central bank submissions while managing internal/external audits and providing financial insights to senior management and the board.
Audit Senior
RSM Eastern Africa LLP
Dec 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 3 months)
Coordinated full audit cycles across sectors, improving risk and control management and ensuring financial reliability and regulatory compliance for major clients in Eastern Africa.
Audit Senior
Mazars Kenya
Dec 2016 - Nov 2019 (2 years 11 months)
Led audit teams to develop scopes and deliverables, evaluated internal and IT controls, and identified weaknesses to reduce error and fraud risk in client financials.
Assistant Tax Consultant
Thomas Daniel and Associates
Feb 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 10 months)
Prepared tax computations and returns, advised clients on tax exposures and policy updates, and conducted tax health checks to ensure compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Vision Institute of Professional Studies
Certified Public Accountant (CPA - K), Accounting
2018 -
Pursued Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA - K) professional studies at Vision Institute of Professional Studies starting in January 2018.
MKMultimedia University of Kenya
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
2015 -
Completed Bachelor of Commerce studies focusing on accounting and finance beginning January 2015.
Anestar Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2009 -
Grade: B+
Completed secondary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a mean score of B+.
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