Daniel Musyimi
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic finance and operations leader with extensive experience. Proven expertise in financial modeling and strategic planning, driving efficiency and compliance. Adept at enhancing internal controls and implementing ERP systems, while fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve operational excellence and informed decision-making.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Finance and Operations Manager
Husky Outdoor Equipment Ltd
10.2023 - Current
- Led end-to-end budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring strict compliance with company policies and internal controls.
- Directed financial planning and analysis across multiple business units, delivering insights that informed management decisions.
- Streamlined financial and operational workflows, reducing turnaround times and strengthening process controls.
- Developed financial models that underpinned strategic initiatives, investment appraisals, and long-term business planning.
- Led implementation of new ERP system, enhancing reporting accuracy and financial transparency.
- Managed audit engagements as primary liaison with external auditors, facilitating timely audits and resolution of outstanding issues.
- Oversaw inventory management operations, ensuring optimal stock availability while minimizing shortages and excess holding costs.
Advisory Associate Finance & Accounting
Grant Thornton
12.2018 - 10.2023
- Managed diverse client portfolio, delivering strategic financial advisory, tax planning, and compliance solutions to meet client objectives.
- Directed preparation and consolidation of IFRS-compliant financial statements, ensuring smooth audit processes.
- Led M&A and corporate restructuring engagements, performing financial due diligence, valuations, and investment analysis.
- Strengthened internal controls and conducted audits, enhancing transparency and mitigating risk for clients.
- Implemented process improvements with a consolidated balance sheet checklist, boosting accuracy and streamlining workflows.
- Coordinated due diligence for acquisitions, analyzing market trends and delivering actionable recommendations for informed decision-making.
Accounts Payable and Operations Associate
Wells Fargo Limited & Fargo Courier Group KE & UG
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed accounts payable operations, ensuring timely supplier settlements and maintaining accurate records to strengthen supplier relationships.
- Streamlined operational processes, eliminating bottlenecks, improving revenue generation, and enhancing payment efficiency.
- Implemented internal controls, including customer credit limits backed by bank guarantees, reducing credit days, and improving cash flow.
- Optimized ERP processes during SAP S/4HANA implementation, providing staff training, and supporting post-go-live process refinements.
- Oversaw budgeting and expense forecasting, delivering insights that guided cost management and optimized resource allocation.
- Collaborated with logistics and fleet teams to improve operational efficiency and effectively manage costs.
Education
ACCA Certification -
Strathmore University
Nairobi12-2026
BBA - Accounting, HR
Strathmore Business School
Nairobi01.2023
Diploma in Business Management -
Strathmore Business School
Nairobi01.2018
International Computer Driving License -
ICS College
Nairobi01.2018
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Langata High School
Nairobi01.2016
Primary Education -
Loreto Convent Mombasa
Mombasa01.2012
Skills
- Financial planning and analysis
- Financial reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cost management
- Valuation and mergers
- Financial modeling
- Risk assessment
- Internal controls
- Operations management
- Project management
- ERP systems implementation
- QB certified
Timeline
Group Finance and Operations Manager
Husky Outdoor Equipment Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Accounts Payable and Operations Associate
Wells Fargo Limited & Fargo Courier Group KE & UG
01.2021 - 01.2022
Advisory Associate Finance & Accounting
Grant Thornton
12.2018 - 10.2023
ACCA Certification -
Strathmore University
BBA - Accounting, HR
Strathmore Business School
Diploma in Business Management -
Strathmore Business School
International Computer Driving License -
ICS College
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Langata High School
Primary Education -
Loreto Convent Mombasa
Leadership Competencies
- Interpersonal Skills
- Resource Management
- Team Management
- Coaching and Mentorship
References
- Joseph Ngethe, Finance & General Manager (Former), Wells Fargo & Fargo Courier Group, +254 724 767779
- Kevin Ngugi, Manager, Grant Thornton Kenya, +254 724 767779
Leadership Competencies
- Interpersonal Skills
- Resource Management
- Team Management
- Coaching and Mentorship