GEORGE OWINO
ACCOUNTANT
Nairobi
Summary
Finance professional with over 17+ years of multi-sector experience - logistics, oil & gas and financial services. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the relevant accounting standards, working with Advanced Excel and various ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics, Sage intact, Pastel and QuickBooks). An adaptive Finance Manager with strong business acumen and a proven effective leader skilled in the development and oversight of high-performing, multi-disciplined, and quality-oriented teams. Effective communicator with good relationship, building skills, and well-developed analytical skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager and Head of Finance
Sabinanot Farmland Limited
1 2014 - Current
- Participated in the development, driving execution and monitoring of the business strategic plan that consequently led to the development of the finance strategy; Led in the preparation of organization's annual budget and supported the implementation and monitoring of the expenditure; Implemented financial controls by evaluating financial performance through budgetary controls, cost controls, internal audit, break even analysis, ratio analysis and financial planning; Developed and implemented a capital structure of a proper mix of equity, debt - short and long-term debt ratios to achieve minimum cost of capital and maximize shareholder's wealth; Oversaw the treasury function - forecasting of cash outflows and inflows for adequate operational cash including disposal of profits or surpluses to determine retention and dividend payouts; Developed relationships with financial institutions and creditors to obtain favorable interest rates and credit terms for the organization; Prepared reliable periodical financial reports for management and board presentation of financial performance of the organization; Offered advisory to the Board on investment options for profitability and liquidity management; Provided finance team leadership and development.
Part time - Senior Auditor
J.N Muga & Associates
01.2008 - Current
- Inspecting Financial Statements to detect errors, misstatement and operations; Performed audits on systems, operations and accounts; Reporting audit findings and recommending improvements; Planned effective audit processes; Assessed risk Management tactics; Performed audits of Non-Financial areas like health and IT; Explained audit findings and recommended solutions; Investigated specific issues regulatory bodies brought forward.
Senior Accountant
Sabinanot Farmland Limited
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Assisted in financial analysis and preparation of cash flow projections; Oversaw reconciliation of accounts and preparation of financial statements; Coordinated, monitored and compiled reports on budget utilization activities; Responsible for payment of statutory obligations of the organization; Worked with Accountants to coordinate inputs for interim and final audits for the Organization; Liaised with procurement department on the purchase of goods and services, supervising on store keeping and bookkeeping.
Accountant
Kenya Shell Limited
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Posting entries to ledgers, bank reconciliation, banking of cash and cheque collected for the day; Supervision of all staff, preparation of payroll, payment of staff wages and statutory deductions; Liaised with Auditors to carry out external audits; Preparation of Budgets and management accounts; Maintenance of stock (oil, Lubricants, gas and other products); Stock requisition.
In charge Import & Export
Kenkal Shipping and General Contractors Limited
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Arranged for export and import clearance of goods at the port of Mombasa and other clearance entry and exit points in Kenya; Prepared support documents for export and import of goods; Controlled and reviewed cost incoterm, overnight and Demurrages; Monitored Shipping status, negotiated on behalf of buyer or forwarder; Evaluated freight shipment solutions with the relevant staff; Presented possible solutions to Senior Management on different freight status of goods; Documented shipments to ensure compliance with customs rules and regulations; Arranged transport and Logistics for goods at the port of entry and exit.
Declaration & Port Clerk
Swife Limited
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Preparation of import and export documents to ensure the declaration of accurate information; Arranged the necessary documents for customs clearance; Handled Cargo documents invoices, inward shipments through KPA, CFS and KRA; Prepare shipping documents and release of documents for cargo clearance; Arrangement for transportation and logistics of goods; Execution of bonds for goods on transit and verification of goods; Declaration and payment of customs duties and freights.
Declaration & Port Clerk
Solid Freighters Limited
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Preparation of import and export documents to ensure the declaration of accurate information; Arranged the necessary documents for customs clearance; Handled Cargo documents invoices, inward shipments through KPA, CFS and KRA; Prepare shipping documents and release of documents for cargo clearance; Arrangement for transportation and logistics of goods; Execution of bonds for goods on transit and verification of goods; Declaration and payment of customs duties and freights.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Corporate Management -
KCA University
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
KCA University
Certified Public Accountants (CPA-K) - undefined
Vision Institute of Professional studies- Mombasa
Kenya Accountants Technician Certificate (KATC Final) - undefined
Rifkins College Mombasa
Diploma in Shipping, Clearing and Forwarding & Warehousing - undefined
Rifkins Commercial College Mombasa
Skills
Forecasting & budgeting
Financial reporting & analysis
Treasury management
Tax accounting
Asset management
Business analysis
Project management
Analytical skills
Decision making & problem solving
Communication skills
Leadership & management skills
Stakeholder engagement
Affiliations
17134, ICPAK, 16.7.2015
References
- Mr. John Njuguna Muga, Senior Partner, J.N Muga & Associates, 0722371467, muga@mugajn.com, Nairobi
- Stephen Odongo Odundo, Managing Director, Sabinanot Farmland Limited, 0721518296, Stephen.odongo321@gmail.com, Nairobi
- Pastor Eric Omondi Obiero, Ndiru Hills SDA Church, 0705792151, obierokobiero@gmail.com, Oyugis
Timeline
Part time - Senior Auditor
J.N Muga & Associates
01.2008 - Current
Senior Accountant
Sabinanot Farmland Limited
01.2008 - 01.2013
Accountant
Kenya Shell Limited
01.2006 - 01.2007
In charge Import & Export
Kenkal Shipping and General Contractors Limited
01.2003 - 01.2006
Declaration & Port Clerk
Swife Limited
01.2000 - 01.2002
Declaration & Port Clerk
Solid Freighters Limited
01.1998 - 01.2000
General Manager and Head of Finance
Sabinanot Farmland Limited
1 2014 - Current
Master of Business Administration - Corporate Management -
KCA University
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
KCA University
Certified Public Accountants (CPA-K) - undefined
Vision Institute of Professional studies- Mombasa
Kenya Accountants Technician Certificate (KATC Final) - undefined
Rifkins College Mombasa
Diploma in Shipping, Clearing and Forwarding & Warehousing - undefined
Rifkins Commercial College Mombasa
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