CYNTHIA JOY KARIO
Summary
Detail-oriented Audit Associate in the Public Sector Development Department with at least 4 years of hands-on experience conducting audit planning activities and reviewing and compiling financial data. Expertise in evaluating internal and operational control procedures and determining liabilities and compliance with tax laws. Certified in USAID donor-funded audits. Self-motivated professional comfortable taking initiative.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Associate, Public Sector Development
KPMG Kenya
10.2021 - Current
- Perform compliance review that involves review of progress reports and verification of information reported therein.
- Check compliance with grant agreements and implementation of grant activities.
- Review of income received from donor against expenditure incurred and providing recommendations.
- Review of internal controls for implementation of grant activities and provide recommendations for risk areas identified.
- Coordinate client meetings as part of the audit and escalation of audit findings.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Prepare audit reports
Audit Assistant
PKF Kenya LLP
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Performed extensive assessments of assets, liabilities and equity to verify accuracy in financial reports.
Audit Assistant
BDO East Africa
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
- Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
Accounts Intern
Ababsy Consulting Limited
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Streamlined account reconciliation processes by identifying and correcting discrepancies in financial statements.
- Assisted in preparing accurate and timely financial reports for management tax review, contributing to informed decision making.
Education
Master of Commerce - Forensic Accounting and Investigations Specialization
Strathmore University
06.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance Double Major
Strathmore University
12.2020
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) -
KASNEB
12.2019
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.SE) -
Mary Leakey Girls High School
11.2015
Skills
- Financial Records Review
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment analysis
- Expense analysis
- Budget analysis
- Africa Facilitator Accreditation Program (AFAP) trainer
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Audit Associate, Public Sector Development
KPMG Kenya
10.2021 - Current
Audit Assistant
PKF Kenya LLP
12.2020 - 08.2021
Audit Assistant
BDO East Africa
01.2020 - 11.2020
Accounts Intern
Ababsy Consulting Limited
01.2019 - 03.2019
Master of Commerce - Forensic Accounting and Investigations Specialization
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance Double Major
Strathmore University
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) -
KASNEB
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.SE) -
Mary Leakey Girls High School
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