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Philip Waweru

@philipwaweru

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Certified Public Accountant with expertise in financial operations and analysis.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that offers opportunities for growth, collaboration, and impactful financial management.

I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) and Senior Accountant with over 8 years of experience specializing in inventory accounting, accounts payable and receivable leadership, and cost control. My expertise in ERP systems optimization, particularly with SAP and Power BI, has enabled me to enhance financial visibility and compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards. I have successfully managed budgets exceeding KES 20M, improving days sales outstanding (DSO) by 20% and significantly reducing invoice cycle times.

In my current role as a Senior Accountant at Mizania Analytics, I oversee the import and clearance of capital assets valued at $500K, achieving a 10-day reduction in days inventory outstanding (DIO) and a 25% decrease in inventory variances. My commitment to excellence has led to improved vendor satisfaction and audit compliance, with a track record of delivering timely and accurate financial reports. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my skills in financial operations, reporting, and cost management to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Accountant – Financial Operations

Current

Mizania Analytics PVT LTD

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Managed import and clearance of $500K in capital assets, cutting DIO by 10 days and inventory variances by 25%. Oversaw AP/AR processing (1,000+ AP/month, 300+ AR accounts), achieving 70% on-time payment and 90% current collections.

Inventory Management Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Donor Reporting Zero Based Costing Standard Costing

Current

Operations & Senior Accountant

Current

Travelers Delight

Nov 2014 - Present (10 years 9 months)

Oversaw KES 20M annual budgets, delivering 15% cost savings and 10% YoY profit growth. Managed procurement, vendor negotiations, client billing, and cash flow reconciliation.

Budget Management Procurement Billing Financial Reporting

Senior Accountant – Lead AP/AR

Bean Interactive Ltd

Jan 2018 - Jun 2024 (6 years 5 months)

Managed $1M+ in AP, improving DPO by 15 days via vendor renegotiation. Maintained 95% current AR balance and reduced overdue receivables by 25%.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable IFRS Financial Reporting Payroll Management Cost Control Process Improvement

Junior Accountant – AP/AR, GL Reconciliation

Bean Interactive Ltd

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Processed over 500 supplier invoices, maintaining 100% accuracy in AP/AR. Reconciled GL and vendor accounts, reducing errors by 30%.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Month End Close AREN Software

Customer Acquisition & AR Specialist

Panpath Holdings Ltd

Mar 2014 - Aug 2014 (5 months)

Secured KES 5M in new contracts and boosted AR collections by 30%. Reduced overdue balances by 40% and improved cash forecast accuracy.

Customer Acquisition Accounts Receivable Collections Cash Flow Forecasting Contract Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Exodus Experts

Certificate, Data Analytics

2025 - 2025

Undertook an introductory course in Data Analytics using Power BI. This training provided foundational knowledge in data visualization and business intelligence tools.

KASNEB

CPA-K, Accounting

2020 - 2022

Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) program, gaining expertise in accounting principles and practices. This certification signifies a high level of proficiency in financial reporting, auditing, and taxation.

Kenyatta University

Certificate, Leadership Skills

2013 - 2013

Completed a program in Transformational Leadership Skills. This course focused on developing leadership capabilities and strategic thinking for effective organizational management.

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Science, Forensic Science

2009 - 2013

Acquired a Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Science. This program provided a strong foundation in scientific methodologies and analytical skills applicable to various fields.