George Felix Muthuri
Mombasa
Summary
A highly organized, detail-orientated, and dependable professional who has the ability to apply accounting knowledge and experience to a diverse range of financial issues. Felix is a dedicated and ambitious Accountant who possesses strong theoretical and practical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles with a track record of making a direct impact on a company’s success and has the ability to work within demanding accounting cycles and month-end closing deadlines. As a superb communicator am able to get the best out of junior staff, and on a personal level have a desire for continual professional growth. Right now is looking to work for a company with career progression opportunities and a good working environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Officer
Hazina Group Ltd
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Proper maintenance of petty cash. Was able to reduce losses by 100%.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Tracked cash flow and financial planning to analyze financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable to track income and expenditures, drive statutory compliance, and provide quantitative financial information.
- Implemented cost-reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Directed budget development, budgetary controls, and record-keeping to make informed financial decisions.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at quarter end to summarize financial health and business performance.
Accountant
AAD Consulting
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets which reduced turnaround time by 10%.
- Supported partner with preparation of working papers and spreadsheets to facilitate production of working papers and preparation of year-end financial reports and accounts for various clients.
Assistant Accountant
Hazina Development Trust Limited
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Appraising loans, refunds, and processing payments.
- Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors, and identify adjustments.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processes to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Performed evaluated and improved financial records to help make important business decisions.
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations for 2 companies.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
Data Clerk/Store Clerk
Taka Taka Solutions Limited
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
- Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
- Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy.
- Maintained inventory count, tracked usage, and documented variances.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
- Completed physical inventory counts each month which reduced losses by 98%.
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
- Spearheaded and implemented standardized processes to control supply and inventory management
Store Clerk
Qunu Resort limited
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise hence reducing losses by 90%.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approaches to keep shelves organized and properly stocked
- Processed credit, and debit cash transactions correctly to obtain full payment of customer purchases
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return
- Processed returns and handled exchanges quickly to provide positive store experiences
Accountant
Smart People Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of professional accounting standards to manage financial record keeping.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
Finance Officer
Fursa Leo Limited
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Ensured compliance with accounting deadlines.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Improved resource utilization with data management systems, reducing costs through strategic coordination and contract analysis.
Education
CPA(K) - Accounting And Finance
Times Training Centre
Mombasa,Kenya11.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Mt. Meru University
Arusha,Tanzania11.2009
Skills
- Account Reconciliation Processes
- Tax Law Understanding
- Payroll Management
- Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Compliance
- Tax Computation
- Financial Information Systems
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Results Orientation
- Internal Control Development
- Financial Statement Presentations
- Asset Control
- Internal Controls and Reporting Systems
- Reporting expertise
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Senior Finance Officer
Hazina Group Ltd
01.2022 - 09.2023
Accountant
AAD Consulting
01.2021 - 01.2022
Assistant Accountant
Hazina Development Trust Limited
01.2020 - 01.2021
Data Clerk/Store Clerk
Taka Taka Solutions Limited
01.2019 - 01.2020
Store Clerk
Qunu Resort limited
12.2018 - 01.2019
Accountant
Smart People Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
Finance Officer
Fursa Leo Limited
01.2012 - 01.2014
CPA(K) - Accounting And Finance
Times Training Centre
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Mt. Meru University
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