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Mary Kabiro

@marykabiro

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I'm a senior finance professional optimizing cash and IFRS reporting.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a remote or hybrid senior accounting or finance role in a growth-focused organization where I can apply cash forecasting, ERP optimization and IFRS/GAAP compliance to improve liquidity, automate processes, and drive cost savings.

I am a detail-oriented senior finance professional with 6+ years’ experience overseeing financial reporting, statutory reporting, tax compliance, budgeting, accruals, adjusting journal entries, receivables, and ERP systems optimization across FMCG, manufacturing, and distribution sectors.

I processed over KES 100 million in accounts receivable while reducing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) by 11 days and recovering over KES 4 million in previously written-off debts. I reduced invoice processing time by 30% through process improvement and automation and optimized inventory variance by 90%.

I improved liquidity through weekly forecasting and led audit preparation in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and internal controls, resulting in zero material findings. I managed end-to-end month-end and year-end close cycles and general ledger (GL) account reconciliations across multiple business units.

I am experienced in delivering GAAP-compliant financial statements and collaborating with cross-functional virtual teams, including payroll, using ERP systems, SAP, and Excel-based reporting. I am looking to transfer this track record of performance, cost savings, and compliance into a remote or hybrid senior accounting or finance role within a growth-focused organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Accountant

Current

Gilanis Distributors Ltd

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Spearheaded the annual IFRS-compliant audit with zero material findings and redesigned payable systems to reduce supplier complaints by 80 cases annually. Managed GL reconciliations for multi-million shilling ledgers, maintained a fixed asset register of 1,500+ items, and implemented SOPs improving efficiency by 20%.

Financial Reporting Cash Forecasting SOP Development IFRS

Senior Debtors Accountant

Kim-Fay East Africa Ltd

Oct 2023 - Jun 2024 (8 months)

Achieved a 96%+ collection rate and increased cash inflow by KES 18 million in six months by restructuring payment terms and enforcing credit policies. Resolved over 120 account disputes, introduced automated aging reports, and negotiated vendor savings of KES 500,000 annually.

Credit Control Collections Management Dispute Resolution Rebate Processing Cash Forecasting

Inventory & Receivables Accountant

Kim-Fay East Africa Ltd

Nov 2018 - Sep 2023 (4 years 10 months)

Reduced stock variances by 92% through ERP controls and training, recovered over KES 4 million in previously written-off debts, and lowered DSO from 70 to 59 days. Coordinated virtual stock reconciliations and produced monthly cash collection forecasts to support operations.

Inventory Control Accounts Receivable Debt Recovery DSO Management Cash Forecasting Reconciliations

Finance Associate

MFI Document Solutions Ltd

Jun 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 4 months)

Delivered daily and monthly consolidated reports across five branches to inform sales and margin decisions and supported invoice-level profitability analysis to improve margins. Completed monthly inventory valuations and coordinated inter-branch stock reconciliations.

Financial Reporting Reconciliations Excel Inter Branch Coordination