Obadiah Mburu

Manage FP&A for a 140-store retail network, optimizing cash flow for KES 15M daily sales, leading POS migration and SOPs that reduced cash variances by up to 30% and improved reconciliation by 20%.

Streamlined monthly close and reporting, reducing close time by 25%, improved tax planning to lower tax exposure by 15%, overhauled asset register increasing accuracy by 30% and tightened cash controls reducing variances by 35%.

Managed project financials and cost control, reducing budget overruns by 20% and receivables by 30% through improved billing and forecasting; standardized revenue recognition improving forecast accuracy by 25%.

Led tax compliance and audit coordination, recovering KES 500M in VAT refunds, delivered timely financial analyses and strengthened AP/AR and FX controls to improve cash flow and compliance.

Managed treasury operations and cash forecasting, reversing a KES 500M overdraft and reducing overdraft reliance while delivering regular cash forecasts to improve liquidity and working capital.

Reduced outstanding debts from KES 80M to under KES 10M (87.5% reduction) within a year by optimizing order-to-cash processes and implementing policy improvements to enhance efficiency.

Pursuing an MSc in Professional Accountancy at the University of London focusing on advanced accounting and professional practice.

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a Finance option covering finance, accounting, and related commercial subjects.