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Susan Kareu

@susankareu

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Experienced financial analyst and CPA-K delivering strategic FP&A, modeling, and automated reporting.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior finance role where I can lead FP&A, implement financial systems, optimize reporting, mentor teams, and partner with leadership to drive strategic decisions.

I am a results-driven Financial Analyst and CPA-K with an MBA and over 15 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, budgeting, and strategic financial management. I excel at building financial models, performing variance analysis, and delivering actionable insights that drive business decisions.

I have led FP&A across multi-entity organizations managing combined annual budgets exceeding KES 150M, implemented financial systems, and created automated reporting dashboards that reduced month-end close times and improved oversight. I partner with leadership to set goals, monitor KPIs, and ensure audit readiness.

As a business owner and financial systems specialist, I restructured financial operations, eliminated accounting backlogs, and trained junior staff while maintaining 100% audit compliance and strong internal controls. I bring a practical, process-oriented approach to optimizing financial performance and supporting organizational growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Financial Systems Specialist

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Agro Deliveries Kenya

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Restructured financial operations and implemented accounting systems, developed cash-flow and pricing models, and created automated dashboards that enabled real-time performance monitoring and cost controls.

Financial Modeling Cash Flow Management Accounting Systems Data Visualization Process Improvement

Senior Financial Analyst

Deliverance Church

Jan 2006 - Dec 2022 (16 years 11 months)

Led FP&A across three entities managing combined annual budgets > KES 150M, built integrated financial models and KPI dashboards, and reduced monthly close time by 40% through automated reporting.

FP&A Budgeting Financial Modeling KPIs Payroll Management Internal Controls

Financial Accountant

Daystar University

Jan 1990 - Dec 2004 (14 years 11 months)

Managed cash flow, reconciliations, and student accounts for 2,000+ students, maintained A/P and A/R processes, and developed reporting templates for debt aging and sponsor tracking.

Cash Management Bank Reconciliation Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Reporting Sponsor Liaison Petty Cash

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KCA University

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Completed a Master of Business Administration focused on advanced business and financial management topics to support senior finance leadership roles.

St. Paul's University

Bachelor of Business Administration and Management, Business Administration and Management

Awarded a Bachelor of Business Administration and Management covering core areas of accounting, management, and business operations.

Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board

Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K), Accounting

Obtained Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) professional qualification demonstrating competence in accounting, auditing, and related financial disciplines.