Joanne Kariuki
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
Nairobi
Summary
Certified Accountant with experience in account reconciliations, streamlining accounts, tax return preparation and financial planning. In addition, I have garnered skills and experience in holiday reservations, office administration and customer service in the course of my career.
Highly motivated self starter with strong attention to detail and a proven track record of delivering accurate reports and high quality service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of Finance / Administrator
East African Retreats
Nairobi
07.2022 - Current
- Performing reconciliations between general ledger, bank accounts, and credit card accounts to ensure accuracy of financial information
- Shifted the financial system from Quick books software to Sage accounting software, which suited the company needs better.
- Generating financial reports that provided stakeholders with timely, accurate, and insightful information
- Ensuring compliance with statutory tax deductions and regulations.
- Assisting customers with tour reservations and accommodation. In addition, maintain records of guest reservations.
Finance
Dance Centre Kenya
Nairobi
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained an accurate and up-to-date accounting system that tracked expenses, revenues, and profits.
- Following up on unpaid fees and allocating fee payments on the fee file.
- Organized and managed a comprehensive filing system that improved the efficiency of daily operations.
- Created reports and documents as requested by the office manager.
- Managed payroll to ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries and benefits.
Administrator
Dance Centre Kenya
Nairobi
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented processes and procedures to streamline office operations.
- Organized and managed multiple calendars, prioritizing and responding to emails and scheduling meetings.
- Greeted and assisted parents & students, also provided a welcoming and professional environment.
- Coordinated events, resulting in a smooth experience for dancers and parents.
- Worked with the website team with keeping the Dance Centre Kenya website accurate, current, and up to date.
Part Time Accountant
Afta Eats Restaurant
Nairobi
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented internal controls and policies to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data
- Cost-benefit analysis on all dishes to determine the most profitable.
- Evaluated and negotiated supplier contracts to reduce operational costs and ensured suppliers are paid on time.
- Payroll, statutory deductions and stock take
Junior Accountant
SMEP Microfinance Bank
Nairobi
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Processed RTGS transfers and cleared cheques daily.
- Followed bank security procedures to protect customer data and assets
- Reconciled cash book and daily bank deposits, resulting in a reduction in accounting errors
- Prepared the cash movement schedule among branches and mobilized deposits.
- Verified petty cash vouchers and their supporting documents.
Finance Intern
National Drought Management Authority
Nairobi
11.2016 - 02.2018
- Prepared payment vouchers and imprest.
- Verified the completeness of vouchers by ensuring all the necessary documents required for a complete voucher are attached before payment is done.
- Entered data in QuickBooks, cashbook and votebook
- Prepared AIE’s –Transfer of funds to counties.
- Bank reconciliation and payment of claims
- Supported audit works through retrieval of documents requested for audit.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Kenyatta University
Nairobi 09.2014 - 12.2017
Certified Public Accountant - Accounting
Strathmore University
06.2011 - 12.2013
Microsoft Suite -
Presbyterian Emmanuel Computer College
Nairobi 01.2011 - 04.2011
Certificate of Secondary Education -
State House Girls High School
Nairobi 02.2007 - 12.2010
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
New Light Primary
Nairobi 01.1997 - 12.2006
Skills
General ledger accounting
undefinedTimeline
Head of Finance / Administrator
East African Retreats
07.2022 - Current
Finance
Dance Centre Kenya
01.2022 - 07.2022
Administrator
Dance Centre Kenya
09.2021 - 01.2022
Part Time Accountant
Afta Eats Restaurant
08.2019 - 09.2021
Junior Accountant
SMEP Microfinance Bank
06.2018 - 07.2019
Finance Intern
National Drought Management Authority
11.2016 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Kenyatta University
09.2014 - 12.2017
Certified Public Accountant - Accounting
Strathmore University
06.2011 - 12.2013
Microsoft Suite -
Presbyterian Emmanuel Computer College
01.2011 - 04.2011
Certificate of Secondary Education -
State House Girls High School
02.2007 - 12.2010
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
New Light Primary
01.1997 - 12.2006
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