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JOHNSON BARASA

@johnsonbarasa

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Experienced bookkeeper and accounting professional skilled in financial reporting and compliance.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role where I can apply bookkeeping, compliance, and QuickBooks expertise within a collaborative organization that values accuracy, strong controls, and professional development.

I am a dedicated accounting professional with practical experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance. I have worked in both corporate and accounting-firm environments, maintaining accurate ledgers and preparing financial statements in line with standards.

My background includes risk and compliance work where I developed and implemented monitoring systems, conducted audits, and trained staff on internal controls to improve financial integrity. I apply double-entry bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.

I hold formal training in financial accounting and auditing, and I am experienced with QuickBooks setup, customization, reporting and reconciling. I have practical knowledge of IFRS, tax compliance, payroll automation, and accounting information systems.

I bring a detail-oriented approach, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ethical financial practices. I seek to contribute to organizations that value accurate reporting, robust controls, and continuous improvement in financial operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Bookkeeper

Current

Afritech Accounting Limited

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Maintains accurate financial records, performs bank and ledger reconciliations, and assists in preparation of financial statements while implementing internal controls that improved data accuracy and compliance.

Bookkeeping Quickbooks Bank Reconciliation Financial Reporting Internal Controls & Compliance Audit Support

Accounting Bookkeeper

Private Student

Oct 2023 - Apr 2025 (1 year 6 months)

Undertook bookkeeping and auditing studies while developing proficiency in financial reporting, tax compliance, and reconciliation techniques towards CPA qualification.

Financial Reporting Auditing Tax Compliance Bank Reconciliation Accounting Standards

QuickBooks Pro Advisor

Metab College of Accounting

Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 (3 months)

Trained in QuickBooks setup, reconciliation, report generation and payroll automation to improve accounting accuracy and multi-user financial management.

Quickbooks Reconciliations Financial Reporting Payroll Automation Software Integration Data Integrity

Risk and Compliance Officer

Agricultural Finance Corporation

Jun 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year)

Developed and implemented risk management and compliance policies, conducted audits and monitoring that reduced financial risks and improved accuracy of accounting procedures.

Risk Management Compliance Monitoring Internal Audit Policy Development Risk Assessment Reporting

Bookkeeper (Diploma)

Alison Institute of Ireland

Feb 2022 - Jan 2023 (11 months)

Completed a diploma in Financial Accounting covering double-entry bookkeeping, preparation and analysis of financial statements, and application of IFRS-aligned accounting principles.

Financial Statements IFRS Ledger Maintenance Reconciliations Budgeting Financial Analysis

Bachelor of Education Science

Egerton University

Oct 2015 - Jul 2020 (4 years 9 months)

Completed a Bachelor of Education Science program providing foundational skills in teaching, communication, and analytical thinking.

Education Communication Analytical Thinking Presentation Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Metab College of Accounting

QuickBooks Pro Advisor Certificate, Accounting

2024 - 2024

Activities and societies: Hands-on QuickBooks setup, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll and integrations.

Completed QuickBooks Pro Advisor training focusing on setup, reconciliation, report generation, payroll automation, and multi-user management.

Alison

Diploma in Financial Accounting, Financial Accounting

2022 - 2023

Activities and societies: Studied bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, IFRS familiarity, and accounting software usage.

Completed a Remote Bookkeeper Diploma in Financial Accounting covering double-entry bookkeeping, accounting cycle, and preparation of financial statements.