Experience

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  Tezza Business Solutions Ltd

  • Nairobi, kenya

  • Finance Manager

    • Jun 2019 - Dec 2023
    • Nairobi, kenya

    Position: Finance CoordinatorResponsibilities:  Accounts receivables and payables management by being responsible for processing and paying supplier and clients invoices accurately and timely ( i.e credit control 30- 60 days’ company policy, LSOS etc).  Review and monitor bank balances as well as project cash flow needs and request bank account refills to ensure enough cash. As well as accounts payables management  Identify and report all risk identified during operations.  Management costing of products and services (ERP ORM, CRM, systems, etc.) through cost moderating options  Financial statement reporting and analysis, reporting on the variances (actual costs vs. budgeted costs) and rules of engagement each month; therefore, a financial advisor to department heads.  File tax returns- VAT, PAYE, WHT; and other statutory deductions in compliance with strict accounting standards.  Manage the onboarding and off boarding of all employees through the payroll, including preparing all relevant documentation.  Manage and assist with both Internal & External Audits, as well as regulatory reporting obligations. • Tax management: timely reconciliation of tax related GL accounts, vendor and customer tax related queries are addressed in a timely manner, timely filling of quarterly self-assessments and annual returns, application of company tax compliance certificate as and when it is required, liaise with Accounting Manager on objection grounds for KRA assessment orders for external tax audits and assist the Accounting manager in formulating process improvement initiatives that will enhance proper tax planning in the company Maintain strong relationships with internal ( team management ) and external parties (e.g. efficient client relations, consultants & benefit providers i.e pension and medical providers etc.

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  Shuhan Hotel Ltd-Thika

  • thika

  • Finance controller

    • Jan 2018 - Jun 2019
    • thika

    Duties and Responsibilities:• Accounts payable and receivables (debtors – credit control 30- 60 days’ company policy i.e. cases of LSOS and supplier’s management)• Daily Revenue reconciliations: bank, cash, visa/debit cards, M-pesa (and all other modes of payment i.e. receipt of LSOS and follow up on payment)• Management Costing of products and services (food, rooms, conferencing, excursions, drinks etc.)• Financial statement reporting and analysis, reporting on the variances (actual costs vs. budgeted costs) and rules of engagement each month; therefore, a financial advisor to department heads• Assist with financial and tax audits; through spooling all necessary financial documents. • Ensure all revenues collected are properly deposited, secured ( on an hourly routine for peak seasons and daily routine- from all cash collections points to the banks ) and reconciled on a monthly basis.• Managing key accounts: in licensing, insurance, supplier relations and import- export requirements• Customer relationship management and Supervision of cashiers and service teams• File tax returns- VAT, PAYE, RENTAL, WHT; and other statutory deductions in compliance with strict accounting standards. • Prepare and administer payroll: filling staff statutory deductions – NHIF, NSSF etc.• Perform the hotel internal audits: for efficiency and effectiveness of operations and business growth sustainability• Conduct pre-qualification reviews and selection of potential sub-contractors/grantees and vendors to ensure value for money and compliance with company requirements • Preparation and application of tender documents to widen our revenue capacity

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  Misty Mountain Lodge

  • Naru moru

  • Finance controller

    • Nov 2016 - Dec 2017
    • Naru moru

    Duties and Responsibilities:• Accounts payable and receivables (debtors – credit control 30- 60 days’ company policy i.e. cases of LSOS and supplier’s management)• Daily Revenue reconciliations: bank, cash, visa/debit cards, M-pesa (and all other modes of payment i.e. receipt of LSOS and follow up on payment)• Management Costing of products and services (food, rooms, conferencing, excursions, drinks etc.)• Financial statement reporting and analysis, reporting on the variances (actual costs vs. budgeted costs) and rules of engagement each month; therefore, a financial advisor to department heads• Assist with financial and tax audits; through spooling all necessary financial documents. • Ensure all revenues collected are properly deposited, secured ( on an hourly routine for peak seasons and daily routine- from all cash collections points to the banks ) and reconciled on a monthly basis.• Managing key accounts: in licensing, insurance, supplier relations and import- export requirements• Customer relationship management and Supervision of cashiers and service teams• File tax returns- VAT, PAYE, RENTAL, WHT; and other statutory deductions in compliance with strict accounting standards. • Prepare and administer payroll: filling staff statutory deductions – NHIF, NSSF etc.• Perform the hotel internal audits: for efficiency and effectiveness of operations and business growth sustainability• Conduct pre-qualification reviews and selection of potential sub-contractors/grantees and vendors to ensure value for money and compliance with company requirements • Preparation and application of tender documents to widen our revenue capacity

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  Crystal Africa Cleaning Service Limited

  • Nairobi

  • Finance and operations co-ordinator

    • May 2016 - Apr 2017
    • Nairobi

    Duties and Responsibilities: • Preparing invoices and following up on creditors.• Ensure all revenues collected are properly deposited, secured and accounted for and reconciled on a monthly basis• Preparing financial statements and monthly operational reports. • Preparing operational and organization budgets for management. • Managing key accounts: in licensing, insurance, supplier relations etc.• Preparation of tender documents • Customer relationship management and supervision of service teams• Management costing of services: i.e. office cleaning, construction clearing etc.• Conduct pre-qualification reviews and selection of potential sub-contractors/grantees and vendors to ensure value for money and compliance with company requirements • Ensures statutory deductions and office bills are reconciled and paid on time. • Maintenance of Petty cash and appropriate reimbursement made. • Reviews disbursements and payroll costs for authenticity and accuracy; as well developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvements. Achievements: Creating structures for the startup company to operate, by researching and updating all required materials needed for firm efficiency and effectiveness in: • Creating attainable and sustainable budgets for every department; as well as responsible for creative design in regards to cost management for prominent projects. • Organizing work schedules that are achievable and ensure client satisfaction; through implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 12% growth of customer base. • Cost control done by coming up with more economical ways to perform a service and still maintain quality standards; by liaising directly with departments, clients and management to achieve organization objectives. • Credit control by coming up with policies for accounts payables and receivables that do not affect the cash flow of the company

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  Our Daily Bread Ministries

  • Nairobi

  • Finance coordinator

    • Mar 2015 - Apr 2016
    • Nairobi

    Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain productive relations with all stakeholders: donors, collaborating partners and communities.• Preparing invoices and following up on creditors. • Use Sage accounting system to prepare, analyses and submit financial statements and provide support in budget preparation and the drafting of various contracts. • Ensures cheque are issued to the right suppliers as well maintain an updated cheque book.• Reviews disbursements and payroll costs for authenticity and accuracy; and booked and coordinated travel plans for directors.• Ensure all revenues collected are properly deposited, secured and accounted for and reconciled on a monthly basis• Ensure that inventory is stored properly and maintain reorder through; managing key accounts: in licensing, insurance, supplier relations and import- export requirements• Conduct pre-qualification reviews and selection of potential sub-contractors/grantees and vendors to ensure value for money and compliance with company requirements • Ensures statutory deductions and office bills are reconciled and paid on time.• Maintenance of Petty cash and reconcile inventory; as well gathered and collected all financial information for the organization and verified whether it was accurately entered into the internal system. Achievements: • Credit control performed by reducing the credit period, as a longer duration affects cash flow of the company • Advise management about issues such as resource utilization, tax strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Through meeting weekly with department managers to discuss financial information according to current needs. • Cost control mechanisms, such as, outsourcing some departments for example: sales, human resource and marketing• Ensure the company complies with country local labour laws for; contracts, compensation packages, working hours and recommend amendments to the board.

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  Strathmore University

  • Ole Sangale Road

  • Intern

    • Nov 2014 - Feb 2015
    • Ole Sangale Road

    Duties and Responsibilities:• Assessed data using scientific methods while following all important specifications.• Ensure that student exams are supervised, marked and results posted; as well as understand and resolve student queries.• Assisted the dean with research tasks and responsibilities when needed.• Coordinate students to ensure class internal and external activities are carried out.• Researched various subjects that were related to the project and presented information to the appropriate stakeholders.• Attended meetings and presentations to learn more details about research.• Advised students on academic plan and course selection.• Evaluated and documented data on various subjects.• Hosted visiting scholars and dignitaries.• Liaise with the Lecturer in charge to ensure the students have all necessary material for learning.• Reviewed various journal articles.• Performed data analysis and provided recommendations to achieve topical goals.

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  Kiva.org

  • Nairobi

  • Internship

    • Jul 2014 - Oct 2014
    • Nairobi

    • Confirm Trustee Application match the list supplied by the individual organizations. • Work with Review Intern in HQ to make sure that all issues are resolved and Loans are posted and disbursed in a group. • Follow-up with trustees that are approved but have not made an endorsement. • Data entry – Post SMS Applications for loans and Supported country director with daily operational functions. • Ensure all revenues collected are properly deposited, secured and accounted for and reconciled on a monthly basis• Follow-up with disengaged trustees, by engaging in training and evaluations Assisted various business groups with document organization and dissemination during acquisitions. • Understand issues with eligible repeat borrowers not re-applying for repeat loans. • Customer Service and loan assessment; as well initiated a key partnership which resulted in revenue growth - institutions for persons with disability to grow personal businesses.

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  Richard and Associates CPA-K

  • Industrial area Nairobi, Kenya

  • Accounts assistant

    • Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
    • Industrial area Nairobi, Kenya

    IDuties and Responsibilities:• Kept and dispatched office files• Updated staff files and the handling of incoming and outgoing mails• Prepared and reconciled daily activities summary• Participated in preparing the financial statement- bookkeeping• Posted ledger accounts• Receipts and expenditure analysis• Filed documents and payment vouchers