Duncan Mwaura
Thika
Summary
Results-driven Certified Accountant with strong financial reporting and budget management skills.
Proven ability to enhance strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis and cost management.
Experienced user of Advanced Excel, including Logical Functions, Pivot Tables, Power Query, and Power BI.
Competent user of automated accounting software, such as QuickBooks Pro, Sage, IFMIS, NetSuite, Tally etc.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant II
National Police Service Commission
Nyeri
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in budget preparation by analyzing financial data and providing insights to enhance decision-making.
- Prepared detailed financial reports to support strategic decision-making and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
Manager, Finance & Administration
Cycad Electrical Services Ltd.
Thika
07.2013 - 09.2024
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented budget tracking systems to enhance financial oversight and improve resource allocation.
Senior Accountant
Kenya School of Law
Nairobi
05.2009 - 06.2013
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
- Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
- Developed comprehensive budget plans to align financial resources with organizational goals.
Accountant
Kenafric Diaries Manufactures Ltd.
Nairobi
03.2005 - 04.2009
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting processes and enhance overall efficiency.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
Education
MBA - Strategic Management
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Nairobi10-2012
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Nairobi10-2008
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya - Accountancy
Vision Institute of Professionals
Nairobi06-2005
High School Diploma -
Igegania Secondary School
Thika 11-2001
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Budget cycle management
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivables
- General ledger reconciliation
- Tax computation and compliance
- Cost analysis
Timeline
Accountant II
National Police Service Commission
10.2024 - Current
Manager, Finance & Administration
Cycad Electrical Services Ltd.
07.2013 - 09.2024
Senior Accountant
Kenya School of Law
05.2009 - 06.2013
Accountant
Kenafric Diaries Manufactures Ltd.
03.2005 - 04.2009
MBA - Strategic Management
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya - Accountancy
Vision Institute of Professionals
High School Diploma -
Igegania Secondary School