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Stephen Njiri

@stephennjiri

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Seasoned finance leader driving profitability, cost reduction, and strategic financial growth.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a strategic finance leadership role in a collaborative, growth-oriented company where I can drive financial strategy, compliance, and operational efficiencies.

I am a seasoned finance professional with 14 years of experience delivering strategic financial leadership that drives profitability, cost reduction, and sustainable growth.

As Senior Finance Officer I oversee cashflow, accounts receivable/payables, investments and payroll for 300+ employees using Sage and Super lender ERP; I implemented a reporting system that cut reporting time by 25% and maintain 100% tax and audit compliance with no penalties.

Previously, as Chief Accountant and Finance Manager, I led initiatives that reduced outstanding payables by 25%, automated budgeting to shorten preparation time by 30%, and managed a Kes 200M debt refinancing that lowered interest expenses by 25%.

I bring strong expertise in financial analysis, internal controls, audit management and team leadership, and I am seeking a strategic leadership role where I can influence financial strategy, improve performance, and support sustainable business growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Finance Officer

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Newark Frontiers Ltd

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Oversee financial operations including cashflow, AR/AP, investments and payroll for 300+ staff, achieving 100% compliance and zero payroll errors. Implemented a reporting system that reduced reporting time by 25% and policies that cut audit time by 30%.

Financial Reporting ERP Accounts Receivable Payroll Management Tax Compliance Financial Analysis

Chief Accountant

Mugg and Bean Restaurants

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023 (10 months)

Prepared and analyzed financial statements, budgets and forecasts that improved financial performance by 10% and reduced expenses by 10%. Reduced accounts payable by 25% and ensured 100% payroll and statutory compliance for 80+ employees.

Financial Statements Budgeting Cash Flow Management Sunpro Payroll Tax Compliance Financial Analysis Cost Control

Audit Associate

Lexan & Associates

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)

Analyzed client financials and internal controls, driving a 15% reduction in operational costs and a 10% revenue increase. Implemented risk management and fraud-detection measures that reduced fraudulent activities by 40% and improved compliance by 20%.

Auditing Risk Assessment Internal Controls Financial Statement Analysis Compliance Fraud Detection

Finance Manager

Sisdo Microfinance Ltd

Jul 2010 - Sep 2019 (9 years 2 months)

Developed financial systems and led a KES 200M debt refinancing that reduced interest expenses by 25% and improved profitability by 15%. Streamlined budgeting with automation, reducing preparation time by 30% and strengthening internal controls to reduce errors by 20%.