COOPER KIAYE
FP&A
Mombasa
Summary
Experienced Financial controller and an Analyst with more than 7 years of exposure in Financial reporting, Auditing and accounting. Skilled in uncovering opportunities to improve financial growth, risk management and internal controls when managing all accounting functions. Prepared to bring talent and expertise to organization offering opportunities for advancement and a profession Constantly seeking to make significant contribution in all tasks
Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Bamburi cement Public Limited Company
Nairobi, KENYA
4 2019 - Current
- Modelling business scenarios and tracking performance metrics
- Responsible for monthly company and group consolidated financial reports for internal management decision-making (SAP-FC Reporting package)
- Perform analysis of datasets to extract relevant information, identify trends, and generate actionable insights in business operations
- Preparation of Budget and Forecast for Board of Directors for approval
- Identify, evaluate, and prioritize risks, then apply resources to minimize, monitor, and control them
- Review purchase requisitions and orders for plant services to ensure accurate assignment to correct cost centers and general ledgers
- Responsible for Monthly Forecast and explain difference of Actual Financial Performance with budget and Managing projects involving multiple stakeholders, timelines, organizational implications, and changing circumstances.
- Enhanced stakeholder understanding of financial performance through clear and concise presentations.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through thorough analysis of expense reports and vendor contracts. Managed to reduce cost by 20% by avoiding wastage and optimization
- Facilitated long-range planning initiatives by providing valuable insights into industry trends and competitive landscape changes affecting future revenue streams or cost structures.
- Supported executive decision-making with ad-hoc analyses, highlighting potential risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Drove increased profitability through rigorous cost control measures and strategic resource allocation decisions informed by comprehensive financial analysis.
- Led continuous process improvements in finance by fostering innovation and adopting industry best practices.
- Supported successful completion of 10+ audits by maintaining 100% accurate records and responding to inquiries within 24 hours
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy by developing advanced models and utilizing historical trends.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Provided guidance to junior team members, fostering professional growth and enhanced productivity within the finance department.
- Created interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations for Managers. Over 3 Dashboards to track companies KPI
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
Financial Accountant
Bamburi Cement Public Limited Company
Nairobi, KENYA
4 2017 - 3 2019
- Managed tax compliance tasks, filing accurate returns on time to avoid penalties or interest charges . Company never paid any penalties because of late submissions.
- Quarterly computation of Corporation Tax according to companies Reporting and accounting policies
- Ensure that payments for services subject to withholding tax are correctly withheld against in line with Income Tax Act
- Reconciliation of cash book ledger and all companies bank statements to ensure corrective action are taken
- Ensuring 100% controls are applied around payment process.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals
- Input financial data and produced reports using ERP
- Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing and efficient collections practices
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing business process.
Accounts receivable
Lafarge Ecosystems Limited
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted in data migration from old system Of record keeping to new tailored form of record keeping using SAP FICO
- Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
- Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms
- Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
- Posting vendor payments and clearing open items
- Reconciliation of invoices with delivery notes (supplier invoice /GRN).
- Supported company growth by ensuring timely revenue recognition and accurate financial data entry.
- Maximized working capital availability by regularly reviewing outstanding invoices for timely follow-up actions.
- Optimized vendor relations through consistent communication, negotiating favorable payment terms, and resolving disputes amicably
- Upheld high standards of professionalism by adhering to established accounting policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines throughout daily tasks
- Assisted management in making informed decisions by generating detailed reports highlighting key financial metrics related to accounts receivable operations
- Expedited financial close process with diligent preparation of supporting documentation for month-end reconciliations
- Mitigated risk of fraud through rigorous verification processes before approving new customer applications or extending credit limits
- Facilitated internal audits by maintaining organized records and providing timely access to necessary documents, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
- Supported budgeting efforts by providing accurate historical data on expenses and tracking trends in accounts receivable activities
- Safeguarded company assets by vigilantly monitoring unauthorized transactions and promptly addressing any irregularities detected
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to ensure accurate invoicing, enabling improved forecasting capabilities for future revenue streams
Education
Bachelor of commerce Finance Option - Accounting And Finance
University of Nairobi
KENYA 05.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Public Accountant CPA(K) - Accounting And Finance
ICPAK
Mombasa 04.2012 - 01.2015
Skills
Pricing strategy
ERP System Knowledge
Financial Systems Implementation
IFRS Compliance
Financial Statement Consolidation
Problem-Solving
Financial analysis and reporting
Time Management
Excellent Communication
Analytical Thinking
Decision-Making
Budget Planning
Accomplishments
Trainingsattended
- LHARP: 2022 (Organized by Lafarge Holcim)
- Management Accounting and Strategy (Organized by ICPAK)
- IFRS 16 (Organized by ICPAK)
- IFRS Certification (Organized by ICPAK)
References
- SIMEONE KIBIRIGE, (Former) Head of Accounting, Reporting and Controls Bamburi Cement. PLC, imeonek@gmail.com, linkedin.com/in/simeone-kibirige-fcca-403790a
- PATRICK HARUN, Head of accounts and Financial Reporting: Bamburi Cement PLC, Patrick.harun@lafarge.com, linkedin.com/in/harun-patrick-54425831
- NANCY OLUOCH, Financial Planning and analysis: MasterCard Foundation, nancyawuor14@gmail.com, linkedin.com/in/nancy-a-740b21a1
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Accounts receivable
Lafarge Ecosystems Limited
12.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor of commerce Finance Option - Accounting And Finance
University of Nairobi
05.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Public Accountant CPA(K) - Accounting And Finance
ICPAK
04.2012 - 01.2015
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Bamburi cement Public Limited Company
4 2019 - Current
Financial Accountant
Bamburi Cement Public Limited Company
4 2017 - 3 2019
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
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