Amy Kyalo
Senior Finance Specialist | Strategic and Compliance Manager
Nairobi, ,Kenya
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Summary
A dedicated, mission-driven finance professional with over 18 years of experience in managing complex budgets, financial reporting, and analysis for leading global health and development organizations. My career has been fueled by a deep-seated belief that robust financial stewardship is the backbone of transformative social impact. I specialize in translating financial data into strategic insights, building efficient processes, advancing country strategy, and contributing to strategic and organizational development by fostering collaboration to ensure resources are allocated effectively to advance equity. I am eager to bring my expertise in Strategic Management, Financial Modeling, Budget Administration, and system optimization to support AG Consulting Partners.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and Accounts Consultant
Mcking Consulting Corporation
08.2020 - 03.2024
- Served as a critical member of the budget team for a $25M global health portfolio, developing annual budgets, analyzing variances, reviewing detailed financial reports, and presenting the reports to the senior management and board members.
- Built complex financial models to forecast scenarios under different funding levels and programmatic assumptions, directly informing strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
- Acted as a key liaison between program and finance teams, translating programmatic goals into accurate financial plans and training non-financial staff on budget adherence and expense reporting protocols.
- Leveraged advanced Excel skills to automate monthly expense reporting, reducing generation time by 20% and improving data accuracy for leadership.
Regional Finance and Operations Manager
Wetlands International
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed the full spectrum of financial activities for a €5M multi-donor portfolio, including preparing monthly journal entries, managing the fixed-asset register, and ensuring accurate year-end close processes.
- Developed and maintained the regional budget in the accounting system, providing department heads with clear, monthly budget-to-actual reports to empower fiscal responsibility.
- Led the implementation and functional support of a new financial reporting application, training end-users and providing ongoing administrative support to ensure widespread adoption and data integrity.
- Owned budget tracking across multiple spend categories, vendor, and other operational expenses, ensuring all financial data is accurate and up to date.
- Support and manage vendor processes, including approvals, purchase order creation, PO tracking, and ongoing administrative coordination.
Finance and Administration Manager
McKinsey and Company
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Prepared detailed monthly and annual financial statements and management reports for a $20M project portfolio, ensuring compliance and providing insights into financial performance.
- Managed accounts payable and travel expense reporting, conducting secondary reviews and approvals to ensure policy compliance and proper coding.
- Supported cross-functional, international project teams with precise budget monitoring and contract management.
- Monitored forecast versus actuals, identify variances, and proactively communicate risks, gaps, or changes that may impact the broader budget plan.
Regional Projects Finance Officer
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
05.2012 - 08.2016
- Monitored and reported on a $47M multi-country project portfolio, delivering insightful financial updates that enabled data-driven decision-making for donors and stakeholders.
- Streamlined fund transfer processes to field offices, reducing implementation delays and improving operational efficiency.
- Facilitated timely fund transfers to field offices and partners, reducing implementation delays and improving operational efficiency.
Education
MSc Project Management - Project Management
University of Salford
UKBachelor of Commerce - Accounting (Finance Option)
Strathmore University
KenyaSkills
Budget analysis and forecasting
Financial accounting expertise
Financial modeling expertise
Grant compliance oversight
Upselling strategies
Data-driven decision making
Industry expertise
CRM software proficiency
Microsoft Excel expertise
Verbal and written communication
Financial reporting
Accomplishments
- Achieved consistent 98%+ audit compliance and strengthened donor relationships across multi-year grants exceeding $80M.
- Led organizational digital finance transformation initiatives, improving accuracy and transparency by 25%.
- Delivered training and mentorship impacting over 60 senior-level government and NGO officials on maximizing benefits from international partnerships.
Early Career & Foundation
- February 2010 - April 2012 International Medical Corps
- July 2008 - Jan 2010: Centre for African Family Studies
- April - June 2008: Customer Service Intern at CFC LIFE Assurance Ltd
- April - June 2007: Accounting Intern at Telkom Kenya
- April - June 2006: Accounting Intern at Josiah Njenga and Associates.
Work Availability
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Certification
CFPO - Certified Public Finance Officer
Timeline
Finance and Accounts Consultant
Mcking Consulting Corporation
08.2020 - 03.2024
Regional Finance and Operations Manager
Wetlands International
09.2018 - 03.2020
Finance and Administration Manager
McKinsey and Company
09.2016 - 05.2018
Regional Projects Finance Officer
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
05.2012 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting (Finance Option)
Strathmore University
MSc Project Management - Project Management
University of Salford