Kamau Kimani
@kamaukimani
CPA financial controller driving US GAAP/IFRS reporting and full-cycle accounting.
What I'm looking for
I lead full-cycle accounting and financial reporting across multi-entity organizations, supporting US GAAP under U.S.-based operations and IFRS for international organizations.
As a Lead Accounting Consultant (Secondment – Annandale Health) ProviderCAS Minnesota, I support a USD 18M+ annual revenue healthcare provider with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, plus month-end and year-end close. I prepare journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules while maintaining general ledger integrity and US GAAP compliance.
Previously, I was Africa's Talking Ltd Group Financial Controller, overseeing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting across 10 African countries and managing month-end close, reconciliations, statutory reporting, and annual audits. I strengthened cross-border financial controls and partnered on forecasting, scenario analysis, and strategic decisions to improve margin and efficiency.
Earlier, as a Finance & Tax Consultant at Viva Africa Consulting LLP, I led tax audits and reviews, built financial models for M&A and restructuring, and supported compliance across jurisdictions through IFRS and local tax requirements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Accounting Consultant
ProviderCAS Minnesota
May 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Provide financial leadership for a USD 18M+ annual revenue healthcare provider, ensuring compliance, accurate reporting, and operational efficiency under US GAAP standards.
Group Financial Controller
Africa's Talking Ltd
Oct 2018 - Jan 2025 (6 years 3 months)
Led the finance function for a USD 24M+ annual revenue technology group operating across 10 African countries, driving financial strategy, compliance, and operational excellence.
Finance & Tax Consultant
Viva Africa Consulting LLP
Feb 2016 - Oct 2018 (2 years 8 months)
Delivered strategic financial and tax advisory to clients across multiple African jurisdictions, focusing on compliance, risk mitigation, and financial performance optimization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
United States International University (USIU)
Master of Business Administration, Executive Global Management
Pursuing an MBA in Executive Global Management.
Moi University
Bachelor of Business Management, Finance and Banking
Bachelor of Business Management degree in Finance and Banking.
KASNEB
Certified Public Accountant, Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) certification.
Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)
Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst, Financial Modelling and Valuation
Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) certification.
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