ALFRED NDERITU WANGONDU
NAIROBI
Summary
- To provide professional, efficient and dynamic accounting solutions geared towards improving company growth as well as self-actualization.
- To work in a challenging position where teamwork, efficiency, excellence, accountability and transparency is valued.
- I am a hardworking and reliable person whose main goal is to accomplish, demonstrate high Interpersonal and communication skills.
- I am a team player who is capable of maintaining high standards of work with minimal supervision.
- To leverage my strong analytical skills and extensive knowledge of accounting principles in a challenging role as an accountant.
- Aspiring to advance my career as a certified accountant by joining a forward-thinking company. My goal is to collaborate with cross-functional teams, enhance financial controls, and drive efficiency in financial operations, all while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.
- To secure a challenging role in accounting that allows me to apply my comprehensive understanding of tax regulations and audit procedures. My objective is to contribute to maintaining compliance, optimizing tax strategies, and delivering trustworthy financial information to guide strategic planning.
- Passionate about pursuing a career in corporate accounting, my aim is to work with a progressive organization where I can utilize my expertise in cost analysis and budget management. By providing actionable insights, I aim to support effective resource allocation and contribute to sustainable financial growth.
- To embrace a continuous learning mindset, actively seek out new skill development opportunities, and remain adaptable in order to stay ahead in my professional career. By doing so, I aim to remain competitive, contribute value to my organization, and achieve long-term success in my chosen field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
COST ACCOUNTANT
HOLIDAY CARS & TOURS LIMITED
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify root causes of discrepancies between actual results versus projections, informing corrective actions as necessary.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
- Developed customized financial models for more accurate forecasting of business performance, aiding strategic planning efforts.
- Provided valuable insights into production efficiency by analyzing manufacturing process costs against industry benchmarks.
- Ensured accurate allocation of labor costs by developing a robust job costing system and monitoring timekeeping records.
- Reduced overhead expenses through rigorous analysis of departmental spending patterns and recommending cost-saving initiatives.
- Performed financial reporting, trend analysis, and process improvement support.
- Evaluated capital investment proposals, conducting thorough financial analyses to ensure optimal return on investment.
ACCOUNTANT
MINDSET MANAGEMENT SERVICES
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Process invoices and payments in real time and accurately, maintaining precise up-to-date company finances
- Assist finance teams, inputting and processing transactions accurately
- Logging employee expenses, cross-checking expense claims comply with expense policy
- Conduct regular reconciliations of supplier statements, checking accuracy and flagging any issues
- Assist with bank reconciliations and CIS, updating spreadsheets and balancing accounts
- Process supplier invoices, posted accurately and to correct nominal
- Assist with weekly payment runs, compiling invoices updating records
- Filing of Statutory Payments: PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, VAT and Housing levy
- Reconcile Bank Accounts to verify accuracy of cash records
- Evaluate Financial Records to detect errors and discrepancies and manage financial health of the company
- Maintain Petty cash
- Calculate, prepare and file payroll taxes for clients
- Prepare month end closing entries to maintain detailed reporting and record keeping
- Maintain accuracy when reviewing and reconciling general ledger
- Manage daily bookkeeping functions with attention to account receivable, account payable banking reconciliations and disbursements
- Gather all banking transactions via statements, recorded activity via Excel format and reconciled balances
- Post financial data in Excel spreadsheets and manage inventory to maintain accurate information
- Prepare month end closing entries for detailed reporting and record keeping.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
SACCO CLERK
ACK KIHARA PARISH SACCO
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Use tax and financial knowledge to provide advice and resolve vendor and employee inquires
- Calculate tax owed and prepare tax returns to deliver prompt payment in adherence to tax laws and regulations
- Reconcile monthly bank statements and resolve discrepancies
- Member Service
- Account Opening
- Deposits and Withdrawals
- Loan Services
- Loan Repayment
- Statement Generation
- Account Management
- Interest Calculation
- Sacco Regulations and Compliances
- Loan Disbursement
- Financial Management
- Financial Statement
- Budgeting
- Risk Management
- Assessing Loan application
- Evaluating Creditworthiness
- Loan Documentation
- Loan Disbursement
- Loan Recovery Strategies
- Marketing and member Recruitment
- Governance and Leadership
- Information Technology
- Online Banking Platforms
- Member Data Management
- Cyber Security Measures
- Social and Economic Impact.
AUDIT CLERK
MAINA KIMANI & ASSOCIATES (CPA K)
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Confirming bank reconciliation
- Verifying payment vouchers and receipt posting in the cash book
- Preparation financial accounts
- Verifying posting in the ledger book
- Liaising with the auditors for audit purpose
- Preparation of the profit and loss account
- Participated in meetings and recorded minutes to maintain proper documentation
- Inputted key metrics on spreadsheets to maintain updated information.
Education
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE: ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE -
KCA UNIVERSITY
NAIROBI, KENYA11-2023
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT (CPA 6): ACCOUNTING -
KCA UNIVERSITY
Nairobi, KENYA04.2023
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA (ATD): Accounting -
VISION INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONALS
Nairobi, KENYA04.2021
KCSE CERTIFICATE -
ANESTAR BOYS LANET
Nakuru, KENYA12.2017
KCPE CERTIFICATE -
KUTUS MUNICIPALITY
12.2012
Skills
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Management and Disbursement
- MS Office
- Spreadsheet Software
- Tax Compliance
- QuickBooks
- Sage
- Microsoft Dynamic Nav
- QuickBooks Online
- Zoho Books
- Accounting Principles
- Data Reconciliation
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
Accomplishments
- Successfully streamlined the accounts payable process during a 3-month internship, reducing invoice processing time by 20%. Implemented a more efficient digital filing system that improved accessibility to financial records and reduced manual errors in data entry.
- Discrepancy Resolution: Proactively identified and resolved discrepancies in vendor statements, resulting in the recovery overpayments and ensuring accurate financial records. Collaborated with internal teams and vendors to rectify issues promptly.
- Process Documentation: Took the initiative to document and standardize the accounts payables procedures, resulting in a comprehensive resource for future reference. This contributed to smoother onboarding of new team members and improved overall departmental efficiency.
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Personal Information
Title: Accountant
References
- VERONICAH NJOROGE, CEO, MINDSET MANAGEMENT SERVICES, 0723052593
- ANN NAI MUGA, ACCOUNT MANAGER, ACK KIHARA SACCO, 0724266387
- CYRUS MAINA, CEO/SENIOR AUDITOR, MAINA KIMANI & ASSOCIATES, 0714437260
Timeline
COST ACCOUNTANT
HOLIDAY CARS & TOURS LIMITED
05.2024 - Current
ACCOUNTANT
MINDSET MANAGEMENT SERVICES
01.2023 - 05.2024
SACCO CLERK
ACK KIHARA PARISH SACCO
10.2022 - 12.2022
AUDIT CLERK
MAINA KIMANI & ASSOCIATES (CPA K)
01.2022 - 09.2022
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT (CPA 6): ACCOUNTING -
KCA UNIVERSITY
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA (ATD): Accounting -
VISION INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONALS
KCSE CERTIFICATE -
ANESTAR BOYS LANET
KCPE CERTIFICATE -
KUTUS MUNICIPALITY
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE: ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE -
KCA UNIVERSITY
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