About
Highly accomplished Finance and Accounting Professional with over 9 years of experience in financial management, donor compliance, and strategic planning across East Africa. Proven expertise in budgeting, cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, and internal controls, adept at preparing organizations for rigorous audits and investor due diligence. Skilled in developing robust financial systems for social enterprises and climate initiatives, committed to driving transparency and impactful growth.
Work
CHASP Advisory
|Finance & Operations Coordinator
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Coordinates finance and operations, overseeing full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and budget development to enhance organizational financial health and compliance for a Nairobi-based advisory.
Highlights
Oversee full-cycle accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and vendor management, ensuring accurate and compliant financial records.
Prepare monthly financial statements, budget vs. actual reports, and variance analyses, providing critical insights for leadership decision-making and strategic planning.
Lead annual budget development and rolling forecasts, significantly improving financial visibility and enabling proactive resource allocation.
Streamline workflows and strengthen internal controls across all financial processes, ensuring robust compliance and audit readiness.
Design and generate custom QuickBooks financial reports, delivering actionable insights that support operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives.
Faith to Action Network
|Grants & Compliance Officer
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Managed multi-country donor grants and compliance, leading budget optimization, audit facilitation, and capacity building for a Nairobi-based network.
Highlights
Managed diverse multi-country donor grants, ensuring 100% compliance with complex financial regulations and donor-specific requirements across international funding streams.
Led comprehensive budget development and monitoring processes, optimizing resource allocation and achieving financial targets for various programs.
Facilitated successful audits and implemented robust record-keeping protocols, significantly improving financial transparency and accountability.
Provided impactful capacity-building support to program teams on donor compliance and reporting, enhancing internal financial management capabilities and reducing risk.
Rural Aids Prevention and Development Organization
|Finance & Administration Lead
Migori, Migori, Kenya
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Summary
Directed financial operations for donor-funded projects, strengthening internal controls, and training regional teams to ensure financial integrity and compliance for a Migori-based organization.
Highlights
Directed financial operations for multiple donor-funded projects, ensuring expenditures consistently aligned with budgets and donor requirements.
Prepared and submitted comprehensive financial reports for multi-country projects, facilitating transparent communication with stakeholders and donors.
Strengthened internal controls and supported external audits, consistently achieving unqualified opinions and enhancing organizational credibility.
Trained regional teams on financial systems and compliance protocols, significantly reducing financial risk and improving operational efficiency.
Oversaw daily operations including payment vouchers, reconciliations, and ledger management, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
Centre for the Study of Adolescence
|Finance Officer
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Managed financial reporting, cash analysis, and procurement, ensuring compliance with USAID regulations for a Nairobi-based research center.
Highlights
Generated monthly financial reports, cash analysis, and reconciliations, ensuring strict compliance with USAID regulations and reporting standards.
Maintained comprehensive audit-ready documentation and asset registers, streamlining audit processes and ensuring data integrity.
Supported procurement and payments processes, contributing to operational efficiency and timely resource allocation across various projects.
Bon & Drew Associates
|Audit Associate
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Assisted in audit planning, execution, and reporting, developing statistical and financial reporting methodologies for diverse clients at a Nairobi-based firm.
Highlights
Assisted in audit planning, execution, and reporting for diverse clients, ensuring adherence to auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
Authored detailed audit reports with strategic recommendations, providing clients with actionable insights to improve financial controls and operational efficiency.
Developed robust methodologies for statistical and financial reporting, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of audit findings.
Education
Kenyatta University
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Bachelor of Commerce
Finance
KCA University
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Accounting & Finance
Languages
English
Certificates
CPA (Kenya)
Issued By
KCA University
Skills
Financial Management & Controls
Bookkeeping, Reconciliations, Monthly Reporting, Internal Controls, Compliance, Financial Statements, Audit Readiness, Vendor Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll.
Financial Planning & Analysis
Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Unit Economics, Margin Analysis, Variance Analysis, Strategic Planning.
Fundraising & Investor Readiness
Grant Reporting, Donor Compliance, Due Diligence Support, Capitalization Planning, Investor Relations.
Cash Flow & Liquidity Management
Multi-Project Cash Flow Planning, Risk Management.
Systems & Tools
QuickBooks, SUN Systems, ERP Platforms, Dashboard Creation, Automation.
Capacity Building
Financial Discipline Training, Donor Compliance Training, Audit Readiness Training, Team Training.
Climate & Carbon Finance
Climate-Related Donor Projects, Carbon Finance Integration.
Audit & Compliance
Audit Planning, Audit Execution, Audit Reporting, External Audit Support, Regulatory Compliance.