Jackson Njoroge
Finance Manager
NAIROBI,Kenya
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented Finance and Administration Manager with 10+ years of progressive experience in financial management, strategic planning, and administrative leadership. Adept at optimizing financial performance, streamlining operations, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Strong analytical skills and a proven track record of implementing cost-effective solutions to drive profitability.
Overview
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Certificate
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Languages
18
18
years of professional experience
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
12.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
12.2015 - 12.2015
Second Class Upper Division
Skills
Financial Management
Financial analysis and Reporting
Team Leadership
Problem Solving
QuickBooks expertise
Budget and forecasting
Strategic and financial planning
Administration and management skills
Certification
Certified Public Accountant
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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Work History
Group Finance and Administration Manager
Ngummo Kenya Limited|Thomsons Falls Lodge
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2014 - Current
- Established cost-effective solutions and maintained effective financial control which resulted to minimal financial risks 90%
- Developing budgets and forecasts for capital and operational expenditure resulting to 100% financial resource optimization
- Developing financial plans to ensure sufficient resources to meet financial requirements resulting to optimal capital structure 100%
- Track and analyze financial statements and budgets, providing timely recommendations for improvement
- Providing mentorship, guidance, and coaching to team members while Fostering collaborative and high- performance work environment
- Establishing financial policy and procedures and oversee smooth implementation
- Contributing to development of organization's financial and operational strategies
- Participating in strategic discussions and offering insights on financial feasibility and implications
- Streamlining financial and administrative workflows to improve productivity
- Liaising with auditors to ensure annual audits timeliness resulting to enhanced tax compliance and avoided any chance of default 100%.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements
- Drove profit increases through market research and strategic asset management to meet dynamic industry conditions
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making
- Partnered with other department leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks
Chief Accountant
Ngummo Kenya Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Ensured compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. - Collaborated with management to develop annual budgets and financial forecasting.
- Monitored actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
- Provided insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and achieve financial goals.
- Oversaw payroll processing, and other staff benefits administration while aligning them with labor laws and regulation.
- Established and maintained robust system of internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensured compliance, conducted periodic audits and reviews to assess effectiveness of internal controls.
- Identified and mitigated financial risks and implemented risk management strategies
- Ensured adequacy of general ledger through regular maintenance and reconciliation
- Provided accurate and timely financial information to management, stakeholders, and external auditors
- Ensured Tax and statutory compliance which minimized legal risks and costs.
Accountant Assistant
Ngummo Kenya Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2009 - 05.2010
- Accurately updating and maintenance of general ledger using QuickBooks accounting systems
- Maintained and updated financial records, including general ledgers, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and expense tracking
Assisted in preparing regular financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and variance analysis, to provide accurate and timely financial information for decision-making. - Processed invoices, review supplier bills, reconcile accounts payable and receivable, and ensured timely payments and collections
- Assisted in preparation of budgets and forecasts for real estate projects, monitoring actual expenses against budgeted amounts, and identifying any deviations or discrepancies
- Supported lease administration activities, such as recording lease agreements, calculating rent escalations, monitoring lease expiration, and maintaining accurate lease-related documentation
- Assisted with tax compliance tasks, including gathering and organizing financial documents for tax returns and calculating property taxes
- Provided assistance during internal and external audits by preparing supporting documentation, reconciling accounts, and responding to audit inquiries related to company transactions
- Collaborated with other departments, management and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting, resolve issues, and support overall financial operations.
Audit Assistant
Muturi Kihara & Associates CPA
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2008 - 01.2009
- Assisted in planning phase of audits by gathering and reviewing relevant financial and operational information, understanding client's business processes, and identifying potential risks or areas of concern
- Prepared and maintained audit working papers, which included; supporting documents, schedules, and memos, to provide clear record of audit procedures performed and conclusions reached
- Assisted in performing audit tests and sampling procedures to evaluate accuracy, completeness, and validity of financial information, internal controls, and compliance with policies and regulations
- Used auditing software and tools to extract and analyze data from financial systems, spreadsheets, and other sources, helping to identify anomalies, trends, or potential areas of risk
- Assisted in reviewing and verifying compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, ensuring that organization adhere to applicable guidelines and requirements
- Collaborated with audit team to communicate audit findings, including both positive and negative observations, to client or relevant stakeholders in clear and concise manner
- Helped in tracking and monitoring implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
Accountant
St. Ann's Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2007 - 09.2008
- Oversaw admin staff and transport departments, implemented strong internal controls in account and administration department, Managed cash flow and school fees account receivable, prepared financial statements and presentation to school directors and provided budget recommendation on areas that needed improvement.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
Account Assistant
Morris & Company Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2006 - 07.2007
- Responsible for salary preparation through company payroll system, distribution of daily wages, and preparation of payroll statutory returns
Timeline
University of Nairobi - Master of Business Administration, Finance
12.2021 - 12.2021
Mount Kenya University - Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
12.2015 - 12.2015
Group Finance and Administration Manager - Ngummo Kenya Limited|Thomsons Falls Lodge
07.2014 - Current
Chief Accountant - Ngummo Kenya Limited
06.2010 - 06.2014
Accountant Assistant - Ngummo Kenya Limited
02.2009 - 05.2010
Audit Assistant - Muturi Kihara & Associates CPA
09.2008 - 01.2009
Accountant - St. Ann's Limited
09.2007 - 09.2008
Account Assistant - Morris & Company Limited
01.2006 - 07.2007