Caleb Wanjohi Mwangi
Nanyuki
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience at the County Government of Laikipia, excelling in internal auditing and financial statement preparation. Proven track record in enhancing regulatory compliance and internal controls, while fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders. Adept at risk assessment, driving cost savings, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director – Accounting Services
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki
08.2022 - Current
- Oversee the preparation, review, and timely submission of accurate and compliant financial statements for county public funds and entities.
- Oversee the preparation of bank reconciliations for all county bank accounts.
- Coordinate audit processes, foster strong relationships with external auditors, and minimize audit queries for County Public Funds and entities.
Chief Accountant
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Oversee the preparation and submission of annual and quarterly financial statements for county public funds and county entities.
- Maintaining deposits, retentions, account ledgers, and exchequer reconciliation reports.
- Oversee the preparation of bank reconciliations for all county bank accounts.
Overall Payments Examiner
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Examined all payment documentations to ascertain their propriety and completeness
- Reviewed and analyzed to ensure accuracy of information, completeness of records, and compliance with policy terms.
County Project Internal Auditor - KCSAP
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki
11.2017 - 09.2020
- Monitor the project’s financial management, disbursement, and procurement policies and procedures, and advise accordingly.
- Obtain, analyze, and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts, etc.
- Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results, and document the process.
- Identify loopholes, and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.
- Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee.
- Document, process, and prepare the audit findings memorandum.
- Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions.
- Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding the sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standards.
Principal Internal Auditor
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki
07.2017 - 09.2020
- Assist the Head of Internal Audit in the development and implementation/ execution of the Internal Audit Strategic Plan, Annual Work Plan, Annual Development Plan/Budget, and Procurement Plan.
- Take a lead role in the day-to-day execution of compliance and assurance internal audits, as outlined in PFM Act 2012 sec 155 (3). These include risk-based audits, value-for-money audits, and systems audits.
- Contribute to the Internal Audit function by assessing the risks associated with County objectives, and evaluating the controls in place to mitigate those risks, in order to improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
- Provide value-added advice and support to the accounting officers, management, on the creation or modification of policies, procedures, processes, products, or services to ensure an appropriate level of internal control and compliance is maintained.
- Collect, coordinate, and disseminate material for the quarterly Audit Committee meeting, and participate in the County Audit Committee meetings as part of the secretariat when called upon to do so.
Internal Auditor II
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki
06.2011 - 06.2017
- Assist the Head of Internal Audit in the preparation of the Annual Risk-Based Audit work plan for the Internal Audit function.
- Evaluate internal control systems at Headquarters and Sub-County offices, and recommend improvements and enhancements to ensure that assets are adequately safeguarded against loss and misappropriation.
- Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits at the department level in accordance with prescribed audit standards.
Internal Auditor III
County Council of Laikipia
Nanyuki
11.2008 - 06.2011
- Regular review of the inventory and revenue collection system of the Council, and preparing audit reports.
- Conducting assurance reviews on the financial statements, ledger balances, and supporting schedules.
Internal Auditor
County Council of Laikipia
Nanyuki
07.2008 - 10.2008
- Officer in charge of payments office operations
- Preparation of payments vouchers, preparation of salaries and wages payrolls, preparation of cash books, drawing of cheques and filing of taxes
Officer in Charge of Rumuruti Division
County Council of Laikipia
Nyahururu
09.2006 - 01.2008
- Supervision of staff in the division
- Coordinating revenue collection activities
- Keeping books of account and bank reconciliation statements.
- Compiling and transmitting administrative and revenue monthly reports
Accounts Office
County Council of Laikipia
Nanyuki
09.2004 - 08.2006
- Maintained current and accurate general ledger with all accounting data
- Maintained books of account.
- Maintained Vote books, and posted cash books, prepared bank reconciliation.
- Identified areas of risk or control weaknesses within the Bank Reconciliation process.
Assistant to the Council Internal Auditor
County Council of Laikipia
Nanyuki
01.2004 - 08.2004
- Review the receipts and payments, cash books, and payment vouchers for accuracy, completeness, and their authenticity.
- Review and evaluate internal control systems, financial records, and accounting systems to ensure accuracy of information.
Officer- in -charge of Payroll Management
County Council of Laikipia
Nanyuki
12.2002 - 12.2003
- Preparation of salaries and wages payrolls, payment vouchers, posting, and summary of individual staff accounts.
- Supervision of officers in the section.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Nyeri01.2022
Senior Management Course
Kenya School of Government
Lower Kabete, Nairobi 05-2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance Option
KCA University
Nairobi11-2014
Certified Public Accountants
KASNEB
Nairobi 12-2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary School
Karima Boys High School
Othaya12-1998
Kenya Certificate of Primary School -
Kigumo Primary Schoo
Othaya12-1994
Skills
- Internal auditing
- Financial statement preparation
- Bank reconciliation
- Audit coordination
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Internal controls
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded initiatives to strengthen internal controls, resulting in improved organizational governance and reduced audit risks.
- Leveraged data analytics and value-for-money audits to optimize resource allocation and achieve significant cost savings.
Languages
- English
- Swahili
- Kikuyu
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/13/80
- Nationality: Kenyan
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant of Kenya, Member Number 10187 of Institute of Public Accountants of Kenya
Languages
French
First Language
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director – Accounting Services
County Government of Laikipia
08.2022 - Current
Chief Accountant
County Government of Laikipia
03.2021 - 07.2022
Overall Payments Examiner
County Government of Laikipia
09.2020 - 02.2021
County Project Internal Auditor - KCSAP
County Government of Laikipia
11.2017 - 09.2020
Principal Internal Auditor
County Government of Laikipia
07.2017 - 09.2020
Internal Auditor II
County Government of Laikipia
06.2011 - 06.2017
Internal Auditor III
County Council of Laikipia
11.2008 - 06.2011
Internal Auditor
County Council of Laikipia
07.2008 - 10.2008
Officer in Charge of Rumuruti Division
County Council of Laikipia
09.2006 - 01.2008
Accounts Office
County Council of Laikipia
09.2004 - 08.2006
Assistant to the Council Internal Auditor
County Council of Laikipia
01.2004 - 08.2004
Officer- in -charge of Payroll Management
County Council of Laikipia
12.2002 - 12.2003
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Senior Management Course
Kenya School of Government
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance Option
KCA University
Certified Public Accountants
KASNEB
Kenya Certificate of Secondary School
Karima Boys High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary School -
Kigumo Primary Schoo
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