Hi, I’m
Joseph Kiruthi Kimani
Karuri
Summary
Finance professional with strong background in Accounting, Auditing and Financial management. Known for accuracy in financial reporting and ability to streamline accounting processes. Collaborative team player focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and budget management.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Three N International Limited
Senior Accountant
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Preparing tax returns for filing with government authorities.
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies.
- Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
- Assisted in developing budgeting processes and forecasting future revenue and expenses.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
- Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
- Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
- Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
FSI CAPITAL LTD
Debt Recovery & Tenders Officer
04.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Filling, preparing, and submitting both technical and commercial documents for advertised tenders from different clients.
- Prepared tender documents, including specifications, conditions of contract and schedules of rates.
- Conducted research into the local market for relevant products and services in order to develop competitive tenders.
- Compiled pricing proposals for submission to clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Attended pre-tender meetings as necessary, providing input on project scope and timeline.
- Rent collection and supervision of properties caretakers.
- Manage multiple delinquent accounts for debt collection efforts.
- Keep track of assigned accounts to identify outstanding debts.
- Plan a course of action to recover outstanding payments.
- Negotiate payoff deadlines or payment plans.
- Handle questions or complaints.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payments or accounts.
Gachoka & Lutukai Associates
Audit Assistant
01.2018 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Performed financial analysis to identify discrepancies in accounting data and created reports to document findings.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Conducted audit tests to evaluate internal control systems and assessed accuracy of financial records.
- Assisted with the preparation of audit working papers, including gathering supporting documentation for testing purposes.
- Reviewed client's general ledger accounts and reconciled account balances on a monthly basis.
- Drafted summary memos describing audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations for management review.
- Coordinated and assisted with assembly and distribution of draft and final audit reports.
AMBIENT CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
Accountant
01.2013 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Developed and maintained construction project budgets.
- Prepared monthly reports on accounts receivable, accounts payable, and job costings.
- Reviewed subcontractor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Analyzed financial data to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Performed audit procedures to verify the accuracy of financial statements and records.
- Assisted in preparing cash flow forecasts for projects.
- Managed payroll processing, including verifying hours worked and calculating overtime pay and filling all Tax obligations payment.
- Reconciled bank statements and prepared journal entries as needed.
- Maintained accurate invoice summaries and collection records to enhance monitoring of billing and cash inflows.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital and prepared balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
Education
Nairobi UniversityBusiness
MBA
03-2027
Moi University
Bachelor from Business Management
01.2014
Computer Fundamental Institute
Certificate from Accounting Packages
01.2011
Pinnacle Business College
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
01.2011
Senior Chief Koinange High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
01.2007
University Overview
GPA: Grade B (Plain)
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Advanced Computer Skills
- Ability to Work Independently
- Tax preparation
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Work Within Tight Deadlines
- Financial Statement Review
- Budget Expertise
- GAAP proficiency
- Cash Flows Expertise
- Audit Support
- QuickBooks Online
- Xero Online
- Quickbooks
- Sage Pastel
Affiliations
Institute of Public Accountants (ICPAK)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/16/89
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
Additional Information - Hobbies And Interests
- Table tennis
- Soccer
- Reading
- Swimming
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Three N International Limited
03.2023 - Current
Debt Recovery & Tenders Officer
FSI CAPITAL LTD
04.2020 - 01.2022
Audit Assistant
Gachoka & Lutukai Associates
01.2018 - 01.2020
Accountant
AMBIENT CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
01.2013 - 01.2017
Moi University
Bachelor from Business Management
Computer Fundamental Institute
Certificate from Accounting Packages
Pinnacle Business College
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Senior Chief Koinange High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Nairobi University
MBA
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