NHNitesh Halai
@niteshhalai
Financial controller and ACCA affiliate driving finance automation and controls.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am an ACCA affiliate and experienced financial controller with a proven track record in financial control, reporting, and automation. I lead teams, implement and optimize ERP systems (Odoo, SAP Business One), and design automated Excel and Power BI solutions that reduce manual work and improve decision-making.
I have driven month-end and year-end reporting, cash flow forecasting, budget and variance analysis, audit coordination, and internal control frameworks across manufacturing and industrial organisations. My focus is aligning financial strategy with operations to deliver cost savings and operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Controller
Canvas Ltd / Africa PVC Industries Ltd
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Led a finance team of 9, managed monthly close and management accounts, implemented Odoo ERP automation and Excel dashboards that reduced manual work by over 80% and improved cash flow monitoring.
Management Information Systems Specialist
Tarmal Steel
Oct 2017 - Mar 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Expanded from accounts payable to establish MIS and workflow automation, managed month-end and year-end closings, developed SAP reports and Excel dashboards to improve reporting speed and accuracy.
Accounts Specialist
Kensalt Limited
Oct 2015 - Sep 2017 (1 year 11 months)
Processed daily SAP transactions, performed month-end closing, reconciliations and VAT returns, and implemented process controls and Excel reports to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Audit Assistant
PKF in Eastern Africa
Jan 2015 - Sep 2015 (8 months)
Conducted audits of SMEs and assisted in preparation of financial statements, performing verification and supporting audit schedules to ensure compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Aga Khan High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education
Grade: A-
Completed secondary education with KCSE grade A- at Aga Khan High School.
SUStrathmore University
ACCA Affiliate, Accounting
ACCA affiliation obtained while studying at Strathmore University, focusing on professional accountancy competencies.
Arya Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), Primary Education
Grade: 398/500
Completed primary education with KCPE score of 398 out of 500 at Arya Primary School.
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