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Work History
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DARREN MAINA

Accountant
Nairobi

Summary

Finance and Accounting professional with proven expertise in financial management, client service, and operational support within fast-paced environments. Skilled in managing budgets, payroll, reconciliations, and compliance, with a strong ability to partner with operations teams to improve efficiency. Adept at supporting hospitality and service-driven organizations by ensuring financial integrity, smooth vendor relations, and excellent customer experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Finance Associate

Africa Digital Media Institute
11.2023 - 04.2025
  • - Prepared and presented financial reports to support management decisions, improving operational efficiency and service delivery.
  • - Partnered with cross-functional teams to align financial processes with service quality goals.
  • - Liaised with auditors and ensured compliance with regulatory and internal controls.
  • - Implemented process improvements that enhanced client satisfaction and operational support.

Finance Consultant

Equity Bank | Nairobi Hospital | GIZ
11.2022 - 10.2023
  • - Streamlined financial operations and strengthened internal controls to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
  • - Partnered with management teams to optimize resource allocation and improve cost-efficiency.
  • - Conducted process reviews to identify inefficiencies and recommended actionable solutions for operational improvement.
  • - Supported staff capacity-building through training on compliance, reporting, and financial best practices.

Accounting Associate

Africa Digital Media Institute
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • - Managed accounts receivable and payable, supporting vendor and supplier relationships.
  • - Processed payroll and ensured accurate and timely staff payments.
  • - Supported cash flow management, tax compliance, and financial forecasting.
  • - Contributed to business continuity by streamlining accounting processes for service departments.

Accounting Assistant

Africa Digital Media Institute
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • - Oversaw petty cash and reconciliations to support daily operations.
  • - Maintained records for vendors, clients, and internal departments, ensuring smooth financial workflows.
  • - Provided administrative and financial support to enhance efficiency of operations and service delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Kenyatta University
01.2019

Skills

Financial Reporting & Analysis

References

Available on request

Accomplishments

  • - Enhanced procurement and supplier management processes to improve service delivery.
  • - Partnered with leadership in developing budgets aligned with operational and customer service priorities.
  • - Built and nurtured key relationships with vendors and clients, supporting smooth business operations.
  • - Successfully advised top institutions (Equity Bank, Nairobi Hospital, GIZ) on operational streamlining and compliance.

Timeline

Senior Finance Associate

Africa Digital Media Institute
11.2023 - 04.2025

Finance Consultant

Equity Bank | Nairobi Hospital | GIZ
11.2022 - 10.2023

Accounting Associate

Africa Digital Media Institute
01.2021 - 10.2022

Accounting Assistant

Africa Digital Media Institute
01.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Kenyatta University

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