Sarah Kanjuki
@sarahkanjuki
Senior accountant with 15+ years strengthening controls, compliance, and financial reporting.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a driven finance and accounting professional with 15+ years of experience managing accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll administration, budgeting, audits, and financial controls across construction, logistics, manufacturing, and service sectors. I focus on strengthening internal governance, improving reporting accuracy, and supporting business growth through disciplined financial management.
In my current role as an Accountant at China ZhongXing Construction Co. Ltd, I direct month-end and year-end close, prepare financial and management reports for decision-making, and optimize cash flow planning through forecasting and expenditure analysis. I coordinate virtual collaboration with project teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless financial reporting and compliance.
I also bring strong statutory compliance and assurance experience—preparing and submitting tax obligations within regulatory deadlines, resolving reconciliation issues with corrective actions, and partnering with auditors by preparing schedules and supporting documentation. I’m now seeking a Finance, Accounting, or Financial Management role that drives organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accountant
China ZhongXing Construction Co. Ltd
Aug 2015 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Managed accounting operations including month-end/year-end close, financial reporting, and financial controls. Led cash flow forecasting, tax/statutory compliance, AP/AR, reconciliations, and supported internal and external audits.
Finance & Administration Officer
Evergreen Logistics Co. Ltd
Nov 2014 - Aug 2015 (9 months)
Oversaw financial and administrative operations, including operational control setup, debtor management, and reconciliations. Produced management reports and supported compliance and audit activities.
Accountant
Crystal Brand Communications Ltd
Oct 2013 - Oct 2014 (1 year)
Handled processing and reconciliation of monthly transactions to support accurate month-end reporting. Managed statutory and tax compliance activities and coordinated with regulatory stakeholders for timely submissions.
Finance Accountant
Bevaj Furniture Ltd
Feb 2011 - Sep 2013 (2 years 7 months)
Finance/accounting role at Bevaj Furniture Ltd.
HR & Internal Audit Consultant
Nairobi Equator Hospital
Apr 2010 - Dec 2010 (8 months)
Provided HR and internal audit consulting services at Nairobi Equator Hospital.
Audit Consultant
Meru Farmers SACCO
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)
Audit consulting role at Meru Farmers SACCO.
Accounts Clerk
Red Lands Roses Ltd
Jan 2008 - Nov 2009 (1 year 10 months)
Accounts clerk role at Red Lands Roses Ltd.
Accounts Clerk
Rupystar Enterprises
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007 (1 year)
Accounts clerk role at Rupystar Enterprises.
Part-Time Accountant
Blue Springs Hotel
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007 (1 year)
Part-time accounting role at Blue Springs Hotel.
Cashier
Rob Mary Electrical & Accessories
Jan 2002 - Present (24 years 8 months)
Cashier role at Rob Mary Electrical & Accessories.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KCA University / KASNEB
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K), Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) training/examination completed in December 2006 with KCA University and KASNEB.
KCA University
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
2012 -
Studied Finance as part of a Bachelor of Commerce program at KCA University starting in 2012.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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