ALOYCE OKOTH
Nairobi
Summary
Accomplished financial management professional with over 7 years of progressive experience in managing and supervising financial functions on complex projects in developing countries. Expertise in financial and budget planning, accounting, cash flow management, financial strategy, and analysis, and ensuring compliance with contractual and legal obligations. Proven track record in leading teams, implementing internal control systems, and maintaining high standards of financial accountability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance and Administration Officer
Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF)
Nairobi, 30
10.2020 - Current
- Provided leadership in financial planning, managing, and controlling financial functions of the project
- Oversaw financial management for KKCF, including budget preparation, financial reporting, and cash flow management
- Maintained primary relationship with donors, addressing financial requests and queries
- Developed and updated budget and financial reporting templates
- Prepared institutional budgets and narratives, adhering to donor policies
- Provided budget monitoring reports to program teams for decision-making
- Tracked and reported monthly program expenses, burn rates, and donor funds
- Reviewed payment requests for budget availability and compliance
- Managed travel advances and expense reimbursements
- Prepared and uploaded vendor disbursements and staff reimbursements onto the online banking platform
- Monitored cash flow levels in program bank accounts
- Disbursed funds to partners per agreements and ensured compliance
- Conducted timely program audits and resolved audit findings
- Produced donor, internal, and statutory reports.
Finance Officer
Lutheran World Federation, Kakuma
- Supervised Project Finance & Accounting staff to ensure smooth day-to-day transactions and efficiency
- Prepared mandatory monthly and yearly accounts, including finance and management reports
- Ensured consistent application of accounting policies and submitted monthly data for processing
- Prepared financial reports for funding agencies such as UNHCR, UNICEF, and DCA
- Managed cash flow, ensuring funds availability for program needs
- Submitted timely fund requests to ensure reliable cash flow
- Provided financial reports and analysis to inform project management and decision-making
- Prepared expenditure codes and ensured compliance with accounting structures
- Ensured compliance with LWF World Service DWS Operations Manual
- Managed purchasing processes in line with LWF Procurement Policy
- Liaised with banks, tax authorities, and other financial institutions
- Maintained accurate inventories and asset registers
- Ensured timely payment of taxes, insurance, and benefits
- Maintained accurate payroll records for all staff
- Ensured settlement of staff advances and loans
- Worked with administrative staff for smooth office operations
- Participated in procurement processes as a committee member
- Supervised and built capacity of finance staff.
Project Accountant
Lutheran World Federation, Kakuma
02.2014
- Prepared payroll and salary journal vouchers, ensuring proper coding
- Reconciled salary advances, accounts receivable/payable, and balance sheet items
- Prepared journal vouchers, ensuring compliance with financial rules
- Remitted monthly statutory deductions to relevant bodies (NHIF, KRA, NSSF)
- Reviewed and settled advances and prepared balance sheet reconciliations
- Documented key financial processes and supported finance officers with transaction management and statutory reporting
- Assisted in cash forecasting and bank reconciliations
- Analyzed and prepared financial reports, ensuring accuracy.
Accountant
Ngao Credit Limited, Nairobi
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Prepared bank and bond reconciliations
- Established and maintained accounting control procedures
- Managed budget, revenue, expense entries, and financial analysis
- Developed financial databases and supervised data handling for automated systems
- Conducted internal audits and coordinated with external auditors.
Accountant
Roto Moulders Limited, Nairobi
09.2009 - 07.2011
- Maintained accounts using Tally system and prepared monthly accounts
- Managed office cash handling and reconciliations
- Prepared payroll and filed tax returns
- Submitted statutory deductions and tracked debtors.
Education
Master of Business Administration (Finance Option) - undefined
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) - undefined
Kenyatta University
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) - undefined
Visions Institute of Professionals
Skills
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Cash Flow Management
- Financial Reporting and Compliance
- Risk Management and Auditing
- Team Leadership and Supervision
- Internal Control Systems
- HR Advisory and Compliance
- Contractual and Legal Compliance
- Donor Fund Management
Affiliations
- Member, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
Timeline
Finance and Administration Officer
Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF)
10.2020 - Current
Project Accountant
Lutheran World Federation, Kakuma
02.2014
Accountant
Ngao Credit Limited, Nairobi
08.2011 - 01.2014
Accountant
Roto Moulders Limited, Nairobi
09.2009 - 07.2011
Finance Officer
Lutheran World Federation, Kakuma
Master of Business Administration (Finance Option) - undefined
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) - undefined
Kenyatta University
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) - undefined
Visions Institute of Professionals
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