James Njoroge
Nairobi
Summary
I am a Management accounting professional with a strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management, skilled in leveraging data to drive strategic decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. I'm known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently delivering results. I'm also Proficient in financial reporting, variance analysis, and implementing process improvements. I am reliable and results-oriented with a focus on achieving organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Accountant
East African Breweries
10.2023 - Current
- Strengthened internal controls by conducting regular audits and recommending policy updates as needed.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including department heads, vendors, and banking partners.
- Ensured compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry best practices through continuous monitoring and updating of accounting policies.
- Identified past financial trends, performed risk management and predicted future outcomes and needs.
- Supported the implementation of a new financial planning tool, resulting in more efficient budgeting processes and improved collaboration between departments.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for senior management, facilitating effective decision-making based on accurate data insights.
- Assisted in mergers and acquisitions activities by providing thorough due diligence support and financial analysis of potential targets.
- Assisted company leaders with financial decisions.
- Streamlined financial data collection by implementing new software solutions that integrated seamlessly with existing systems.
- Controlled and forecasted incomes and expenditures.
- Conducted variance analyses between actual results and forecasts, identifying areas of improvement for future budgeting cycles.
- Monitored company sales, spending and budgets.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
Accountant
Equity Group Holdings Limited
06.2018 - 02.2023
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Implemented new accounting software, leading to more efficient financial data management and reporting.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reconciling bank statements and financial records monthly.
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs without compromising investment opportunities.
- Conducted detailed cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects, guiding senior management in making informed investment decisions.
- Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
- Improved budget forecasting accuracy with detailed variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures.
- Led successful integration of financial systems following merger, ensuring continuity and accuracy of financial reporting.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with external auditors, ensuring smooth and efficient audit process.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
Education
Bachelor - Commerce
Kaimosi Friends University
Vihiga, Kakamega District, Kenya12-2016
High School Diploma -
Rungiri Secondary School
Kikuyu, Kiambu District, Kenya12-2011
Skills
- Internal controls
- Cash flow management
- Financial analysis
- Working capital management
- Report preparation
- Cost accounting
- Tax compliance
- Data modeling
- Variance analysis
- Billing management
- Stakeholder management
- Aging balance monitoring
- Management reporting
- Business partnering
- Budgeting support
- Controls revenue
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Bookkeeping and reconciliation
- General accounting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Microsoft office
- Time management abilities
- Excel proficiency
- Auditing and attestation
- Accounting software systems
- Task prioritization
- Audit management
Timeline
Management Accountant
East African Breweries
10.2023 - Current
Accountant
Equity Group Holdings Limited
06.2018 - 02.2023
Bachelor - Commerce
Kaimosi Friends University
High School Diploma -
Rungiri Secondary School
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