simon wamwea
@simonwamwea
I manage payables, treasury, receivables, cash flow, and financial reporting.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
At Sahara Holdings, I managed payables and treasury, including vendor payments, bank reconciliations, cash-flow forecasting, tax returns, payroll reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting. I also supported budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and internal and external audits.
Previously at Liquid Intelligent Technologies Kenya, I managed accounts receivable and payable activities and helped reduce overdue debt, achieving an average of 38 debtor days and recognition awards in 2020 and 2021. At Cancer Care International, I recovered 56% of outstanding debt and introduced a robust billing system and financial controls.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Accountant
Sahara Holdings
Jan 2023 - Jul 2025 (2 years 6 months)
Reviewed and verified vendor invoices, ensured supplier accounts were reconciled, and prepared payment schedules for approval. Managed treasury functions including bank reconciliations, cash flow planning, and tax return filings.
Senior Accountant
Liquid Intelligent Technologies
Jun 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 6 months)
Managed accounts receivable and payable functions, including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments. Reconciled ledgers, prepared monthly reports, and supported cash flow management and intercompany transactions.
Accountant
Cancer Care International
Oct 2014 - May 2018 (3 years 7 months)
Handled accounts receivable and payable, invoiced patients, and followed up on outstanding payments. Managed petty cash, processed statutory deductions, and ensured reconciliations of income statement and balance sheet items.
Assistant Accountant
New Milimani Sacco
Jan 2014 - Sep 2014 (8 months)
Posted accounting transactions into ledgers and member accounts, prepared daily, weekly, and monthly cash transaction reports, and reconciled bank deposits with cash allocations. Handled customer complaints and managed store operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KCA University
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
2023 -
Pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance, expected to complete in April 2025.
Saylor Academy
Certificate, Finance
Currently pursuing certificates in Financial Management and Data-Driven Decision Making.
Vision Institute of Professionals
Certified Public Accountant, Accounting
2010 - 2013
Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA K) program from July 2010 to November 2013.
Vision Institute of Professionals
Certificate, Accounting
2011 - 2011
Earned a certificate in computerized accounting from July to September 2011.
Kirwara Boys High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
2006 - 2009
Attained the Kenya Secondary Certificate Examination from 2006 to 2009.
Kairi St. Mary's
Primary School Certificate, General Studies
1996 - 2005
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education from 1996 to 2005.
Tech stack
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