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