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Booker Omondi

Booker Omondi

Audit And Accounting Professional
Nairobi

Summary

Experienced audit and accounting professional with meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. Proficient in identifying financial discrepancies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing processes to enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to excel in collaborative environments, adapt to changing demands, and achieve positive results. Known for unwavering integrity, reliability, and adept problem-solving skills in complex situations.

Resourceful accounting professional with a decade of experience in audit and accounting preparation and reporting, contributing valuable expertise to drive organizational success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
Certificates
2
2
Languages
25
25
years of post-secondary education

Work History

ACCOUNTS AND AUDIT CONSULTANT

GM Kyalo and Associates
01.2021 - Current
  • My responsibilities included providing expert consulting services for company audits, reviewing audit work, evaluating audit results, and preparing audit documentation.
  • I also enforced corporate audit standards, developed best practices to improve audit quality, identified potential risks and developed mitigation plans, assisted managers in developing audit scope and schedules, provided direction to team members in executing audit activities, and organized audit training for team members.
  • Advised clients on strategies for mitigating risks associated with regulatory requirements and changes in legislation.
  • Assisted clients in addressing regulatory inquiries and resolving issues related to compliance violations.
  • Maintained thorough documentation of all work performed, ensuring seamless handover among team members or future reference.
  • Facilitated clear communication between stakeholders, ensuring a smooth auditing process from inception to completion.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for improved internal control systems.
  • Provided expert guidance on accounting standards, regulations, and best practices throughout the audit process.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.

AUDIT MANAGER

Woodvale Associates CPA (K)
06.2019 - 11.2020
  • Drafted recommendations on corrective measures based on audit results.
  • Planned and carried out a variety of company audits, including operational and financial audits.
  • Formulated professional development and educational plans for junior staff members to enhance skills and improve performance.
  • Contributed to audit planning, testing and review of audit programmes to create a framework and determine compatibility for organisation.
  • Collaborated and worked with Department Heads to remove any discrepancies and improve processes.
  • Conducted extensive internal audits, ensuring business maintained in compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Created and submitted extensive reports to management, summarising audit results and recommended changes.
  • Planned, organised and managed internal audits, completing according to audit plans.
  • Created and executed policies and procedures to enable strategies, processes and methods used in acquiring reliable audit evidence.
  • Investigated irregularities and discrepancies and provided remedies to avoid fines and penalties.
  • Participated and completed regular mandatory audit and accounting training to enrich skills and apply best audit practices.

AUDIT SENIOR

Crowe Erastus & Co
09.2015 - 12.2018
  • Prepared thorough accounts and associated reports, identifying issues and improvement areas for continued growth.
  • Built positive, productive relationships with clients, gaining an optimal understanding of business needs for well-executed audits.
  • Completed comprehensive reports on audit findings and recommendations.
  • Identified areas of risk, enabling swift resolution for continued progress towards business objectives.
  • Closely monitored auditing operations, ensuring audits were carried out following company standards.
  • Held meetings with auditing teams to discuss project requirements, delegate tasks and communicate goals.
  • Provided diligent data analysis to assess the financial accuracy and validity of client portfolios.
  • Closely monitored audit finances, reviewing work and maintaining adherence to strict budgets.
  • Collaborated effectively with clients, informing them of progress, providing issue resolutions and ensuring expectations were met.
  • Maintained in-depth working knowledge of GAAS, IFRS and UK GAAP standards and requirements for ongoing compliance.
  • Coordinated meetings with management and stakeholders to discuss audit results and make suggestions on the next course of action.
  • Conducted in-depth external audits to identify business risks and opportunities to pursue.
  • Performed rigorous risk assessments using a clear and compelling reporting framework.

AUDITOR

Thomas Daniel and Associates
08.2014 - 07.2015
  • Assessed company records for improper accounting methods and other potential risks.
  • Managed resources between multiple audits and submitted weekly reports to inform group auditors of audit progress.
  • Created and maintained good-quality working papers covering control evaluation records, test summary sheets and system notes.
  • Monitored execution of required follow-up activities on audit outcomes for timely realisation of improvements.
  • Investigated financial statements to confirm compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable laws.
  • Designed audit programmes and testing procedures for new audits based on business requirements.
  • Developed a good understanding of the client to adapt approach and communication leading to maximum client satisfaction.
  • Led multiple assignments simultaneously, taking responsibility for completion before set deadlines.
  • Collaborated with key stakeholders to establish and maintain sound working relationships.
  • Liaised with the manager on audit plan, extent and duration of work to map out a workflow for maximum efficiency.
  • Kept systematic checks on the company's spending to improve organisational efficiency.

ACCOUNTANT INTERN

Ministry of Energy
08.2013 - 03.2014
  • Meticulously checked through clients' bank statements and accounting staff's work to identify irregularities or variances.
  • Worked effectively to assist the accounting team by compiling and analyzing data and tracking client information.
  • Assisted accounting staff with completing clients' month-end financial reports.
  • Liaised directly with clients to gather necessary information for accounting staff to complete account reconciliations.
  • Gained a strong understanding of VAT analysis and returns preparation.
  • Assisted with internal bookkeeping and payroll admin.
  • Performed filing, data entry and record keeping of client files.
  • Became proficient at creating schedules for clients' balance sheets and P&L statements.
  • Worked on tax reporting and exemptions in preparations for tax returns.
  • Prepared data and audit files for external audit.
  • Provided all necessary support throughout the external audit process.
  • Chased missing transactions to help facilitate timely payments.
  • Aided financial coordinator with running day-to-day operations in the finance unit.
  • Reconciled all expenses and accounts, including company credit cards and expense accounts.
  • Reviewed general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness.

Education

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Atlanta College of Liberal Arts And Sciences
United States Of America - Atlanta Georgia
04.2001 - Current

Advance Diploma in Business Administration - Advance Diploma in Business Administration

World Academy For Research And Development
United Kingdom
04.2001 -

Bachelor in Commerce - Accounting

Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
04.2001 -

Certificate - Finance And Accounting

International Business Management Institute
Berlin, Germany
04.2001 -

Graduate Certificate - Business and Entrepreneurship

Rollan College School of Business And Entrepreneur
01.2021 - 12.2021

Skills

Business workflow management

Certification

A registered associate member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Accomplishments

  • China Zhong Tian Investments Company, Provided tax consultancy services to ensure compliance in areas such as tax returns, customs, VAT, withholding tax, and PAYE taxes.
  • Dajo Technologies (Pty) Ltd, Provided tax consultancy services to ensure compliance for the directors and gave business advice on expanding operations to foreign ventures.
  • Adevia (USA) Africa Limited, Provided tax consultancy services for compliance, as well as statutory audit and accounting.
  • CAC Bank International Bank for Djibouti, Conducted statutory audits for compliance with Djibouti Central Bank.
  • Association of Christian Resource Organizations Serving Sudan (ACROSS), Conducted a forensic audit on financial disbursement and expenditures.
  • International Leadership Foundation (ILF), Conducted a forensic audit on financial disbursement and expenditures.
  • Enel Africa, Provided tax consultancy services for compliance and Advisory on operations.
  • Wavetec Africa Ltd, Conducted a tax audit for compliance with Kenyan tax systems.
  • Crowe International, Conducted statutory audits for the Kenyan branch.
  • Nyamache and Itumbe Tea Factories, Conducted statutory audits and Tax compliance checks.
  • Sphinx Pharmaceuticals Limited, Conducted statutory audits and Tax compliance checks.

Interests

Playing football, Swimming and Making new friends

Reading books and travelling to new places

Timeline

A registered associate member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

04-2025

Certificate of Completion- Integrating Generative AI into Business Strategy

01-2025

Certificate of Completion - Introduction to IT Asset Management (ITAM)

12-2024

Certificate of Completion - Business Manager: Master the Art of Leadership

12-2024

ACCOUNTS AND AUDIT CONSULTANT

GM Kyalo and Associates
01.2021 - Current

Graduate Certificate - Business and Entrepreneurship

Rollan College School of Business And Entrepreneur
01.2021 - 12.2021

AUDIT MANAGER

Woodvale Associates CPA (K)
06.2019 - 11.2020
Training Certificate in CaseWare software a Pro-audit software
09-2018

AUDIT SENIOR

Crowe Erastus & Co
09.2015 - 12.2018

AUDITOR

Thomas Daniel and Associates
08.2014 - 07.2015

ACCOUNTANT INTERN

Ministry of Energy
08.2013 - 03.2014
CIC Leadership Training Certificate
11-2011

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Atlanta College of Liberal Arts And Sciences
04.2001 - Current

Advance Diploma in Business Administration - Advance Diploma in Business Administration

World Academy For Research And Development
04.2001 -

Bachelor in Commerce - Accounting

Catholic University of Eastern Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate - Finance And Accounting

International Business Management Institute
04.2001 -

Work Availability

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Software

Knowledge in QuickBooks Accounting Software

Knowledge in CaseWare Pro Audit Software

Affiliations

  • A member (IIA) Institute of Internal Auditors

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offCompany CultureFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsPaid sick leave401k match

Languages

English
Swahili

Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Referees

Rev, Dr Stephen Mairori,
Senior Pastor, AIC Church Milimani,
Chairman NACADA Kenya,
Cell: +254 721 639844.


Mr. Gilbert Kyalo Musau,
Tax and Advisory Director,
GM Kyalo and Associates,
Cell phone: +254 725 870 951
Email: gilbertmusau@yahoo.com


Mr. David Tua
Director of Audit
Crowe Erastus & Co.
Cell phone: +254 721 915 452
Email: David.Tua@Crowhorwath.co.ke


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