Jackson Njiiri
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Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I am a thorough financial professional actively pursuing a Finance Management role in which to bring value to the team. Demonstrating skill for process improvement and financial strategy honed across 12 years of related experience. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance and Strategy
Exportex Company Ltd
Nairobi,Kenya
01.2017 - Current
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
Treasury Supervisor
Kenya Airways Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
11.2014 - 10.2016
- Review and oversee forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs and funds available for investment.
- Ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements.
- Maintain all domestic and global banking relationships
- Develop treasury reporting dashboards appropriate for various stakeholders and track KPI.
- Manage excess operating cash to obtain optimum interest revenue.
- Oversee electronic cash receipt and cash disbursement processing and accounting.
- Manage FX and interest-rate risk
- Develop and lead hedging programs to mitigate risk from currency and interest rate fluctuation.
- Monitor debt covenant compliance
Treasury Accountant
Kenya Airways Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
02.2011 - 11.2014
- Managing bank accounts and processing payments to suppliers and other parties.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Preparation of management reports
- Liaison with senior management across the organization
- Support the month-end process where necessary
Accounts Assistant
Kenya Airways Ltd
Nairobi,Kenya
05.2008 - 01.2011
- Process Inter-Bank transfers to ensure availability of funds to meet company liabilities effectively.
- Reconcile designated bank accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial records.
- Ensure safe custody of cash and prompt banking for all monies collected daily to prevent loss
- Manage Head Office Petty Cash Float and staff travelling allowances and other claims appropriately
- Payment of suppliers and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Tech
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya04.2008
High School Diploma -
Njiiri School
Murang'a, Murang'a District, Kenya2004
Skills
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Financial Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Decision Making
- Financial Modeling
- Business Relationship Management
- Financial Analysis
Timeline
Director of Finance and Strategy
Exportex Company Ltd
01.2017 - Current
Treasury Supervisor
Kenya Airways Ltd
11.2014 - 10.2016
Treasury Accountant
Kenya Airways Ltd
02.2011 - 11.2014
Accounts Assistant
Kenya Airways Ltd
05.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Tech
High School Diploma -
Njiiri School