EMMANUEL ODHIAMBO OPIYO
Finance Officer
Summary
- To use my acquired skills and knowledge to develop into a forward-thinking professional and to constantly strive to deliver fully integrated solutions to my beneficiaries, clients and associates in dynamic environment.
- Outstanding etiquette and ethical values together with interpersonal skills. Good time management and able to work with strict time schedules and deadlines. Team player, enthusiastic and ready to work in a team through cooperation. Improved communication skills with colleagues.
- Finance professional with background in managing corporate finances and enhancing operational efficiency. Proven ability to streamline accounting processes and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Collaborative team player focused on achieving results and adapting to evolving business needs with high reliability and flexibility.
- Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
- Experienced with financial analysis, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Utilizes financial expertise to optimize resource allocation and improve reporting accuracy. Track record of delivering strategic insights and maintaining financial integrity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance Officer and Grants Officer
Reproductive Health Network Kenya
11.2023 - Current
- Effective Grant Management by tracking and compliance of Donor projects.
- Support the financial system in place i.e. ERP system to perform all financial operations e.g. Payment processing and reporting.
- Support in the Management of Organizational Assets through proper record keeping.
- Support in administrative and Operations duties- fleet and inventory management through Proper record keeping.
- Support in effective proposal and budget development by internalizing the concept and translating it to a budget.
- Ensure Budget Tracking and compliance as per the Donor agreements as well as a feasible project cycle.
- Timely reporting to the organization as well as donors i.e. monthly, quarterly, bi-annually and annually and timely bank reconciliation.
- Manage the conference financial progress and ensure weekly updates including reconciliations.
- Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
Data Clerk
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
03.2022 - 07.2022
- I worked as data clerk to enable me collect information during the project.
- Prepared detailed reports for management, showcasing trends and insights derived from analyzed data sets.
- Streamlined data entry processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments by providing accurate ad-hoc reports as requested.
- Assisted with the development of standardized procedures for handling sensitive client information, safeguarding confidentiality and privacy concerns.
- Supported team members by cross-checking their work to ensure accuracy and consistency in data entry.
- Corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication or data degradation.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Casual Finance Assistant
National Aids Control Council
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Supported year-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were properly recorded before the start of the new fiscal year.
- Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
- Assisted in budget preparation for streamlined financial planning and forecasting.
- Minimized risk of errors by accurately processing invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
Intern
PHARMACY and POISON BOARD
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Conducted regular posting of receipts and payments.
- Assisted in preparing the financial and audit reports to enhance improved documentations.
- Supported in preparing vouchers for the organization project activities.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Supported financial forecasting by accurately processing expense reports.
- Enhanced team productivity by assisting with organization of project documentation.
- Enabled more organized inventory system by cataloging company assets.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - commerce
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
01.2016 - 01.2019
KCSE Certificate -
St Mary’s School, Yala
01.2012 - 01.2015
Mumias DEB Primary School
Mumias 04.2003 - 01.2011
Skills
Financial statements
Cash handling expertise
Excellent communication
Budget planning
Bank reconciliation
Expense tracking
Internal auditing
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Interests
Attended a scientific conference with RHNK in June 2024 themed as Priorities for Advancing AYSRHR in Africa
Hiking and creating networks with people
Watching documentaries about human rights
Playing soccer/football to enhance my mood
Personal Information
- ID Number: 34849127
- Date of Birth: 11/04/95
- Gender: male
- Nationality: Kenyan
Timeline
Finance Officer and Grants Officer
Reproductive Health Network Kenya
11.2023 - Current
Data Clerk
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
03.2022 - 07.2022
Casual Finance Assistant
National Aids Control Council
11.2021 - 12.2021
Intern
PHARMACY and POISON BOARD
01.2019 - 04.2019
Bachelor’s degree - commerce
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
01.2016 - 01.2019
KCSE Certificate -
St Mary’s School, Yala
01.2012 - 01.2015
Mumias DEB Primary School
04.2003 - 01.2011
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Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assists with the development of corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues; and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar issues in the future</li><li>Conduct on-site financial compliance reviews which include: cash counts; review of accounts receivables including employee receivables; documentation of segregation of duties and internal control structure; document storage and retention</li><li>Document findings, propose improvements or change as relevant, disseminate findings and ensure follow up implementation of recommendations as well as resolution</li><li>Conduct random surprise checks and vendor verification reviews to ensure proper procurement procedures are being practiced and report on findings</li><li>Develops an effective Compliance & Ethics training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers</li><li>Assists with improving the awareness and understanding of compliance to assist employees with the establishment of a “culture of compliance”</li></ul> at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation<ul><li>Assist in preparing Subs Annual Budgets and reviewing Subs financial reports.</li><li>Provide support and training to partners to ensure adequate support for the program component.</li><li>Conduct partner technical supportive supervision on request basis from Grants & Compliance teams.</li><li>Coordinate grantee proposal review process and ensure compliance with solicitations and donor regulations.</li><li>Coordinate pre-award evaluations and assessments of potential grantees as needed.</li><li>Analyze, verify and review grantees proposal budgets to ensure donor compliance and reasonableness.</li><li>Coordinate the assessment of grantee risk and implement appropriate systems and agreements to minimize risk.</li><li>Ensure timely and appropriate close-out of sub-grants and coordinate the close-out of EGPAF prime grants.</li><li>Provide support and training to partners finance staff to build financial and accounting capacity to ensure adequate support for the program component.</li><li>Monitor partners’ spending patterns as part of the overall project budget to actual analytics.</li><li>Follow up on Grantee monthly invoices & supporting documents</li><li>Serve as an expert on applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and assist staff with their interpretation and understanding of these.</li><li>Stays abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations and host country legal requirements and informs local and regional management of significant changes.</li><li>Perform internal departmental/grants reviews ensuring compliance with Foundation and donor requirements. Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assists with the development of corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues; and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar issues in the future</li><li>Conduct on-site financial compliance reviews which include: cash counts; review of accounts receivables including employee receivables; documentation of segregation of duties and internal control structure; document storage and retention</li><li>Document findings, propose improvements or change as relevant, disseminate findings and ensure follow up implementation of recommendations as well as resolution</li><li>Conduct random surprise checks and vendor verification reviews to ensure proper procurement procedures are being practiced and report on findings</li><li>Develops an effective Compliance & Ethics training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers</li><li>Assists with improving the awareness and understanding of compliance to assist employees with the establishment of a “culture of compliance”</li></ul> at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation