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Gladys Gatotho

Gladys Gatotho

Accountant Consultant
Nairobi, Nairobi Province

Summary

Results-driven Accounting Professional experienced in financial statement review and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Consultant

Freelance Accountant
03.2024 - Current
  • Assisting clients in identifying potential areas of cost savings and revenue growth opportunities.
  • Streamlining accounting processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Interacting with problematic accounts, helping to build lasting rapport and boosting revenue opportunities.

Finance Manager

Backmart Group Of Companies
09.2021 - 02.2024
  • Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.

Finance and Administration Manager

Savannah Healthcare Services
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managed expense tracking and personnel vouchers.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Prepared and posted receipts and deposits to facilitate standard bookkeeping.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive review, highlighting key performance indicators.
  • Managed financial reporting for accurate decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.

Finance and Administration Manager

Public Service Club
01.2015 - 05.2020
  • Analyzed budgets, forecasts and current trends to support overall financial operations.
  • Ensured timely completion of month-end close activities while maintaining strict adherence to accounting standards.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Coordinated with various departments to develop annual budgets, monitoring expenditures throughout the year.
  • Managed expense tracking and personnel vouchers.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive review, highlighting key performance indicators.
  • Managed financial reporting for accurate decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Collaborated closely with external auditors during annual reviews, facilitating a smooth audit process each year.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Developed and maintained financial policies to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.

Audit Senior

Gikuru Kazibwe & Co Advocates
09.2012 - 12.2014

Was involved in successful planning and execution of audit work in institutions such as Rusinga International School, First Love Kenya, Flint Limited among others

Financial Aid Specialist/Default Prevention

Park University Missouri
09.2008 - 07.2012

Assisted in organizing successful credit counseling sessions in February 2011 and April 2012 assisting over 100 students to obtain their annual credit report during the Financial Literacy Week

Accountant

Kahoro Consulting
01.2007 - 07.2007

Was successful in establishing internal controls for a start-up money transfer company handling transaction amounting up to $50,000 per week

Payables Accountant

United Aryan EPZ Ltd
01.2003 - 12.2006
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors through open communication, prompt issue resolution, and reliable payment practices.

Education

MBA - International Business

Park University
Missouri USA
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics

Egerton University
Njoro, Nakuru District, Kenya
04.2001 -

Skills

Accounts Payable

Software

Quickbooks Desktop

Quickbooks Online

Tally

Certification

CPA - Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Accounting Consultant

Freelance Accountant
03.2024 - Current

Finance Manager

Backmart Group Of Companies
09.2021 - 02.2024

Finance and Administration Manager

Savannah Healthcare Services
06.2020 - 09.2021

Finance and Administration Manager

Public Service Club
01.2015 - 05.2020

Audit Senior

Gikuru Kazibwe & Co Advocates
09.2012 - 12.2014

Financial Aid Specialist/Default Prevention

Park University Missouri
09.2008 - 07.2012

Accountant

Kahoro Consulting
01.2007 - 07.2007

Payables Accountant

United Aryan EPZ Ltd
01.2003 - 12.2006

MBA - International Business

Park University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics

Egerton University
04.2001 -
Gladys GatothoAccountant Consultant