Jackson Ndungu
Finance Business Partner
Nairobi
Summary
Savvy Finance Business Partner with more than 7 years of senior-level finance business partnering and general management experience and in-depth knowledge of financial concepts. Demonstrated to function in complex and volatile financial environment. Proficient in use of general ledger systems to analyze company finances.
Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Head of Agency Markets
MultiChoice Group
02.2022 - Current
- Lead complete team of commercial managers driving sales, customer experience, Marketing, Customer Value management and Operations to achieve growth KPIs as set by Executive Committee.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions in business in Central and East Africa particularly in remittance, corporate governance and regulatory compliance
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes achieving 120% in sales and revenue KPIs
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects ran three parallel commercial projects
- Contributed to strategic decision-making by conducting research and preparing reports for EXCO to review
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Finance Manager- DTH Agents
MultiChoice Group
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Completed monthly, half year and year end reporting within timelines set by MAH Corporate while ensuring that reporting is of high quality, free from errors, providing meaningful insight into financial results and is in line with MCG Accounting Manual and MAH Corporate guidance, including implementing corrective actions informed by MAH Corporate without recurrence of notified issues or corrections
- Prepared budgets and forecasts and submitted same within MAH Corporate deadlines ensuring variance analysis is provided on movements in budgets against previous versions and year on year
- Implemented Finance accountability and Oversight including revised process for subsidy, marketing and operational spend approvals
- Implemented and executed debtor monitoring, collection, reconciliation and review process ensuring 80% achievement of remittance targets.
- Conducted performance review session with agents for finance KPIs
- Supported business in identifying and justifying investment/commercial initiatives or performance improvement initiatives and monitor delivery against financial plans through targeted financial analytical reviews.
Analyst- Financial Planning, Budgeting and Commercial
MultiChoice Group
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Supported budgeting processes by providing accurate forecasts and timely variance analyses by consolidating budgets of 8 countries in region
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates through detailed analysis of customer feedback data and subsequent improvements in service offerings.
- Supported company expansion efforts through careful market research and competitive landscape assessments specifically in Ethiopia for $10m project.
- Assisted in decision-making processes by presenting accurate, data-driven recommendations to stakeholders.
- Leveraged big data technologies to manage large datasets efficiently while maintaining high levels of performance via spreadsheets
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Accountant- Fixed Assets and Financial Accounting
SuperSport
03.2014 - 03.2018
- Developed comprehensive budgets for t2 group companies that aligned with company goals while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to minimize overspending without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Conducted thorough internal audits to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping by updating fixed asset register with changes in cost, accumulated depreciation, net book value, and useful life estimates as needed.
- Supported budgeting efforts by providing detailed reports on fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers.
Account Payable Accountant
Highlands Mineral Water Company
06.2012 - 03.2013
- Enhanced vendor relationships through timely and accurate payment processing, fostering positive rapport between company and vendors achieving 90% payment to term.
- Maintained internal controls compliance within accounts payable department by adhering to established policies and procedures at all times.
- Trained new employees on accounts payable processes, contributing to seamless integration with teams.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, allowing for faster reporting to management on financial results.
- Increased accuracy in financial transactions by maintaining well-organized filing system for all accounts payable documentation.
- Served as key contact person for external vendors, addressing inquiries on payment statuses promptly and professionally.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial records by conducting thorough account reconciliations and rectifying any inconsistencies.
- Balanced accounts associated with accounts payable process.
Education
CPA K - Accounting and Finance
Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Nairobi Kenya 01.2006 - 04.2010
KCSE - Secondary Education
Muranga High School
Murang'a 01.2001 - 04.2004
CFA Level 1 Passed -
The CFA Institute
USABachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Accounting and Finance
Maseno University
MasenoMBA - Finance
Strathmore University
Nairobi 04.2024 - Current
Skills
Business Insights
Analytical Skills
Financial Analysis
Customer Relations
Microsoft Word
Fluent in English
Time Management
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Team Management
Attention to Detail
Data Management
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
MBA - Finance
Strathmore University
04.2024 - Current
Head of Agency Markets
MultiChoice Group
02.2022 - Current
Finance Manager- DTH Agents
MultiChoice Group
03.2020 - 05.2022
Analyst- Financial Planning, Budgeting and Commercial
MultiChoice Group
03.2018 - 03.2020
Accountant- Fixed Assets and Financial Accounting
SuperSport
03.2014 - 03.2018
Account Payable Accountant
Highlands Mineral Water Company
06.2012 - 03.2013
CPA K - Accounting and Finance
Institute of Certified Public Accountants
01.2006 - 04.2010
KCSE - Secondary Education
Muranga High School
01.2001 - 04.2004
CFA Level 1 Passed -
The CFA Institute
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Accounting and Finance
Maseno University