Geoffrey Kipngetich

Highly skilled and experienced accountant with over 6 years of expertise in financial management and accounting within the NGO sector. Proficient in budgeting, compliance, and reporting for grant-funded projects, as well as financial analysis and audit preparation. Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, possessing excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Committed to supporting the organization's mission by ensuring efficient use of funds, maintaining accurate financial records, and adhering to donor requirements.

• CPA Robertson Nyikuli, 0721 545 613
• Mr. Joash Bii, James Finlay limited, P.o Box 71 code 20200, Kericho, Joash.Bii@finlays.co.ke, 0729 511 133
• Mr. Charles Rotich, Kenya Urbans Road Authority, P.o box 41727-00100, Nairobi, crotich@kura.go.ke, 0712 493 237

Effective Financial Management:

Optimized Budgeting:Successfully managing limited resources through meticulous budgeting and ensuring that the organization operates efficiently.

Cash Flow Management:Maintaining positive cash flow despite funding constraints, allowing the organization to carry out its mission without financial interruptions.

Cost Savings:Identifying areas where costs can be reduced without compromising the quality of services, such as renegotiating vendor contracts or streamlining operations.

Compliance and Regulatory Excellence:

Grant Compliance:Ensuring proper reporting and compliance with donor requirements, grants, and funding sources. This helps the organization secure future funding.

Audit Readiness:Preparing and completing clean audits, demonstrating that the organization adheres to financial regulations and standards.

Tax Exemptions and Benefits: Ensuring the organization maximizes tax exemptions and benefits available to non-profits, saving money and increasing available funds for programs.

Transparent and Accurate Financial Reporting:

Detailed Financial Reports: Producing timely, accurate, and transparent financial reports that build trust with donors, board members, and stakeholders.

Non-profit Accounting Standards Compliance: Ensuring compliance with accounting standards like GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) specific to NPOs, particularly in areas like restricted funds and donations.

Strategic Financial Planning:

Long-term Sustainability Plans: Developing financial strategies that align with the organization’s mission, enabling long-term sustainability.

Diversification of Funding Sources: Assisting the leadership in diversifying income streams, such as from grants, donations, fundraising events, and partnerships, to reduce reliance on any single source.

Internal Controls and Risk Management:

Strong Internal Controls:Implementing effective internal controls to prevent fraud and misuse of funds, protecting the organization’s financial integrity.

Risk Management Framework: Establishing a risk management system that identifies and mitigates financial risks, safeguarding the NPO's assets.

Donor Relations and Trust Building:

Transparent Use of Donor Funds: Demonstrating responsible and transparent use of donor contributions, enhancing donor trust and fostering long-term relationships.

Impact Reporting:Collaborating with program teams to create financial reports that showcase the impact of donations and funding, which can attract more support.

Technological Implementation:

Accounting Software Integration: Successfully implementing or upgrading accounting software tailored to the needs of non-profits, improving financial management processes.

Automated Reporting Systems: Streamlining processes by adopting automated systems for financial reporting, donation tracking, and payroll management.

Capacity Building and Team Development:

Training and Mentorship:Training program staff or volunteers on financial literacy, budgeting, and compliance to ensure that departments operate efficiently.

Improved Collaboration:Working effectively with the executive team, board members, and program managers to align financial management with strategic objectives

CPA - Certified Public Accountant