Experienced Finance and Accounting Professional and Business Consultant with expertise in financial reporting, payroll administration, budgeting, reconciliations, and revenue management within fast-paced salon and customer service environments. Skilled in strengthening financial controls, improving operational efficiency, and delivering actionable insights that support business growth and strategic decision-making. Proficient in SAGE, QuickBooks, Wingubox Payroll System, MioSalon System, and SAP, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Hi, I’m
Faith Ronoh
Finance Officer
Nairobi
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Swift BetNairobi
Finance Assistant
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Input financial data and produced reports using Quickbooks.
- Managed office inventory and ordered new supplies when items were running low.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Minimized risk of errors by accurately processing invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
- Resolved discrepancies in financial data to increase accuracy and reduce potential backlogs.
- Generated reports for budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to track results against target profit margins.
- Processed daily financial transactions in support of finance team objectives.
- Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
Alchemy Insurance AgencyNairobi
Accountant
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained accurate financial records and ensured compliance, supporting effective financial operations.
- Managed general ledger, posted journals, and conducted regular reconciliations.
- Prepared monthly financial summaries, expense reports, and cash flow tracking for management review.
- Oversaw accounts receivable and collections, following up on outstanding premiums and maintaining client balances.
- Processed insurance transactions, managing premium receipts, commissions, claims payments, and client reconciliations to ensure timely financial reporting.
- Performed bank and cash reconciliations to ensure record completeness and accuracy.
- Supported statutory compliance with VAT and withholding tax documentation.
- Assisted in audit preparation by compiling schedules and vouchers, facilitating thorough and efficient review.
Posh PalaceNairobi
Finance Manager
01.2021 - 11.2025
Job overview
- Led end-to-end financial accounting and reporting, managing the general ledger, month-end
close, and preparation of management accounts including P&L, cash flow, and variance
analysis. - Oversaw revenue management, sales tracking, invoicing, accounts receivable, and collections
across multiple units, contributing to improved revenue growth and cash-flow visibility. - Performed bank, M-Pesa, cash, supplier, and customer reconciliations, investigating and
resolving variances to maintain accurate financial records - Managed accounts payable, supplier payments, and expense approvals in line with internal
financial controls. - Administered payroll processing, payroll reconciliations, and statutory deductions while
ensuring compliance with labor and tax regulations. - Prepared and filed VAT, PAYE, and Withholding Tax returns, ensuring full statutory
compliance. - Worked closely with the Operations Manager in recruitment and HR support, participating in
interviewing and onboarding new staff to strengthen the team. - Supported revenue growth by monitoring sales performance, advising management on pricing
and financial strategies, and improving financial reporting for decision-making. - Developed annual budgets and rolling forecasts, monitored financial performance, and
implemented cost-control measures. - Led audit preparation, coordinated with external auditors, and resolved audit queries efficiently.
- Acted as a finance business partner to management, providing financial insights to support
operational efficiency and business growth. - Train and mentor junior finance team members in accounting processes to enhance overall team
performance - Handle customer and employee finance queries, complaints, and concerns, resolving them with
balanced solutions - Keep up-to-date with changes in financial regulations and legislation that may impact the company
or future financial decision-making
La Nyavu GardensNairobi
Administrative Accountant
06.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Processed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and accurate cash flow tracking.
- Supported financial accounting operations, including ledger maintenance and financial report preparation.
- Performed bank reconciliations and contributed to month-end close activities.
- Prepared and submitted statutory taxes, including VAT, PAYE, and WHT, in compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw payroll accounting and ensured accuracy of employee payroll records.
- Supported audit preparation by compiling schedules and organizing supporting documentation.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes to enhance accuracy and strengthen finance documentation.
- Performed daily and monthly reconciliation of complex balance sheet accounts for cash suspense and other financial statement line item accounts.
- Maintained accurate inventory of institution property, equipment and operational supplies.
Lintons Beauty WorldNairobi
Cashier
06.2017 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Processed high-volume cash card and mobile money transactions, ensuring accurate posting and compliance with financial controls to maintain operational integrity.
- Conducted daily till and sales reconciliations, investigating variances and preparing sales reports.
- Processed product returns, exchanges, credit notes, and refunds to ensure correct financial adjustments.
- Assisted with accounts payable functions and invoice verification to maintain financial integrity.
- Handled goods receiving, verifying delivery notes, supplier invoices, and pricing accuracy.
- Managed stock reconciliations by matching physical stock with system records, identifying and resolving discrepancies to uphold inventory accuracy.
- Supported inventory valuation through slow-moving stock analysis and stock write-off documentation.
- Compiled sales, stock, and reconciliation reports for internal audits, enhancing transparency and supporting informed decision-making.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
Highlands Education CenterNairobi
Accounting Clerk
01.2011 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Managed student fee accounting, receipting, and collections, maintaining accurate student ledgers and aging reports.
- Coordinated follow-up on outstanding receivables, collections efforts, and summarized collection activities.
- Performed cash, bank, and collection reconciliations.
- Managed payroll accounting for teaching and non-teaching staff, ensuring accurate statutory deductions.
- Supported budget preparation, tracked expenditures, and contributed to financial reporting.
- Prepared banking schedules, supported deposits, and assisted with bank reconciliations.
- Maintained organized financial records and supported audit preparation.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
Education
Egerton UniversityNairobi
Bachelor of Commerce from Finance Option
02-2023
University Overview
Kaptagat Girls High School
KCSE Certificate
11-2010
University Overview
CHRMNairobi
CHRP from Human Resource
01.2026 - Current
University Overview
Skills
- Financial accounting and reporting
- General ledger management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Variance analysis
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Collections management
- Bank reconciliations
- Cash reconciliations
- Payroll accounting
- Tax compliance
- PAYE and WHT processing
- Audit preparation
- Cash flow management
- Revenue management strategies
- ERP and accounting systems proficiency
- Sage and QuickBooks expertise
- Basic SAP knowledge
- Mpesa reconciliations
Languages
Languages
- English
- Swahili
Systems And Tools
Systems And Tools
- SAGE Accounting
- QuickBooks
- SAP
- Wingubox payroll system
Timeline
CHRM
CHRP from Human Resource
01.2026 - Current
Finance Assistant
Swift Bet
02.2023 - Current
Accountant
Alchemy Insurance Agency
01.2021 - Current
Finance Manager
Posh Palace
01.2021 - 11.2025
Administrative Accountant
La Nyavu Gardens
06.2018 - 03.2020
Cashier
Lintons Beauty World
06.2017 - 05.2018
Accounting Clerk
Highlands Education Center
01.2011 - 04.2013
Egerton University
Bachelor of Commerce from Finance Option
Kaptagat Girls High School
KCSE Certificate