Proficiency in popular accounting software ie Quick books, understanding of enterprise planning ERP systems eg SAP, Oracle, Familiarity with cloud based accounting solutions, Data analysis reporting tools and basic knowledge of tax preparation software,
HORACE OKOTH OKONG'O
ACCOUNTANT
Homa Bay
Summary
Ambitious, dedicated and disciplined business leader and financial champion, utilizes a proactive approach to overcome hindrances and implement prudent financial management. Compassionate team leader, mentor and coach, encourages personal and professional growth for all to succeed. Consensus builder, encourages open and frank dialogue, engages multiple stakeholders in consistently achieving results.
Knowledgeable senior accounting professional offering 10 years of experience in financial operations. Strategic business leader, communicator and people manager.
Seasoned Accountant bringing more than 10 years of experience directing accounting systems for diverse business groups. Industrious and cost-conscious with excellent project management abilities. Advanced understanding of industry standards and accounting laws.
Talented Senior Accountant highly effective at solving routine and critical issues across all operational levels. Specialize in cost accounting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chief Accountant
Homabay Municipal Board
04.2021 - Current
- Install and maintain an internal audit system in the local government unit concerned;
- Prepare and submit financial statements to the mayor, as the case maybe, and to the sanguine concerned
- Appraise the sanguine and other local government officials on the financial condition and operations of the local government unit concerned
- Certify to the availability of budgetary allotment to which expenditures and obligations may be properly charged;
- Review supporting documents before preparation of vouchers to determine completeness of requirements;
- Prepare statements of cash advances, liquidation, salaries, allowances, reimbursements and remittances pertaining to the local government unit;
- Prepare statements of journal vouchers and liquidation of the same and other adjustments related thereto;
- Post individual disbursements to the subsidiary ledger and index cards;
- Maintain individual ledgers for officials and employees of the local government unit pertaining to payrolls and deductions;
- Record and post in index cards details of purchased furniture, fixtures, and equipment, including disposal thereof, if any;
- Account for all issued requests for obligations and maintain and keep all records and reports related thereto;
- Prepare journals and the analysis of obligations and maintain and keep all records and reports related thereto;
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be provided by law or ordinance
Accountant in charge
Ministry of Health
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: Homabay county government
- Prepare and analyze the hospital's financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
- Manage the hospital's budgeting process, including the development, monitoring, and adjustment of departmental budgets in collaboration with department heads
- Oversee the processing of payroll for hospital staff, ensuring timely and accurate compensation in accordance with employment contracts and regulations
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard the hospital's financial assets and ensure the integrity of its financial data
- Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits, providing all necessary financial records and explanations to facilitate the audit process
- Administer the hospital's accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely billing of services, collection of revenues, and payment of obligations
- Evaluate and manage financial risks related to hospital operations, including insurance coverage and investment strategies
- Oversee the financial aspects of contracts with suppliers, insurance companies, and other third parties, ensuring terms are favorable and complied with
- Homabay county government
Accountant Manager
Ministry of Lands & Housing
08.2013 - 03.2020
- Company Overview: County Government
- Responsible for making recommendations in improving the overall reconciliation process and cleaning the various balance sheet accounts
- Managed and assisted staff of two in performing holding company and business unit's bank reconciliations
- Approved and checked journal entries for accuracy, making sure the account information was correct
- Managed month end close and ran necessary reports
- Prepared and analyzed monthly Hyperion financial reporting packages and reported results to parent company
- Prepared monthly General Ledger reconciliation, including bank and credit card accounts, ensuring all accounting records were maintained in a timely and accurate manner; reviewed financial statements for abnormalities or inconsistencies
- Improved interdepartmental communication to facilitate improved financial reporting
- County Government
Accountant
Tuskys Supermarket Co LTD
12.2011 - 11.2012
- Improved inventory accuracy from roughly 60% to well over 90%
- Audited and corrected shipping and receiving procedures that improved accuracy and timeliness
- Managed the year end audited physical inventory
- Substantial improvement in count
- Partnered with operations manager in facilitating the largest new product launch within the Company
- Integral member of software conversion team
- Prepared data for uploading into new
- Considerable oversight of Supply Chain activities related to purchasing of raw materials and packaging components
- Provided leadership and technical expertise to Operations and Finance personnel relative to the analysis and forecasting of inventories and unit cost data
- Performed revenue recognition, analysis and forecasting that improved the company's reporting system by over 40%, by implementing correct authoritative literature
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Commerce (Finance)
University of Nairobi
03.2012 - 12.2016
Diploma - Business management
Kenya institute of management
07.2010 - 03.2013
Kenya certificate of education - undefined
St. Augustine's Boys High School
01.2006 - 01.2009
Skills
General business knowledge
Communication skills
Customer service oriented
UP-to-date technology expertise
Excel
Financial accounting
Financial transactions
General ledger management
Financial recordkeeping
Month end close
Accomplishments
- Provided leadership and technical expertise to Operations and Finance personnel relative to the analysis and forecasting of inventories and unit cost data
- Performed revenue recognition, analysis and forecasting that improved the company's reporting system by over 40%, by implementing correct authoritative literature
Additional Information
I am result oriented Accountant with ethical commitment that will suite all the financial desires, ability to adapt to the new technologies, soft skills such as communication skill, self management, problem solving, leadership and ethical moral. I have also gained strong attention to detail while meeting deadlines, ability to understand business issues i.e. being a good strategist, catalyst, steward and operator all this has enhanced my accounting performance in execution, efficiency and control. lastly i have gained strong technical skills from CPA and experiences from chartered financial analyst, certified management accounts and certified audit, with all this i believe i am the accountant you looking for.
Software
Certification
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) - AICPA and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Timeline
Chief Accountant
Homabay Municipal Board
04.2021 - Current
Accountant in charge
Ministry of Health
04.2020 - 07.2021
Accountant Manager
Ministry of Lands & Housing
08.2013 - 03.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Commerce (Finance)
University of Nairobi
03.2012 - 12.2016
Accountant
Tuskys Supermarket Co LTD
12.2011 - 11.2012
Diploma - Business management
Kenya institute of management
07.2010 - 03.2013
Kenya certificate of education - undefined
St. Augustine's Boys High School
01.2006 - 01.2009
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Languages
English
Swahili
Personal Information
- ID Number: 28295095
- Date of Birth: 12/05/89
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
Home
+254789820642
exploring new accounting skills, solving financial issues, getting to know new accounting softwares
- Leadership and strategic impact
- Varied responsibilities and skill development
- Career progression and advancement
- Financial management expertise
- Job stability and market demand
- Competitive compensation
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Global opportunities
Personal Traits
- Excellent organization
- Attention to detail
- Killer time management skills
Personal Information
- ID Number: 28295095
- Date of Birth: 12/05/89
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
Home
+254789820642
exploring new accounting skills, solving financial issues, getting to know new accounting softwares
- Leadership and strategic impact
- Varied responsibilities and skill development
- Career progression and advancement
- Financial management expertise
- Job stability and market demand
- Competitive compensation
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Global opportunities