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JOSEPH MUTHONI
Accountant
Nairobi Municipality
Summary
Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations.
Hardworking Collections Specialist adept at persuading customers and obtaining payments. Strong researcher with top-notch follow-through and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Debt Recovery Officer
MICHEX LIMITED
12.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with legal teams to enforce judgments and initiate garnishments, resulting in successful debt recoveries.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to increase overall efficiency within the department, leading to improved team performance.
- Negotiated payment plans with delinquent account holders, facilitating more manageable repayment options for debtors while ensuring timely payments for clients.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and recognizing achievements, leading to increased motivation and productivity.
- Demonstrated a high level of empathy towards debtors while maintaining a firm stance on repayment terms, balancing the need for compassion with professional obligations to clients.
- Maintained detailed records of all communications and transactions, ensuring a high level of accuracy and accountability throughout the collections process.
- Enhanced company reputation for effective debt recovery through consistent, professional interactions with both debtors and creditors.
- Minimized company risk exposure by adhering strictly to federal regulations and industry best practices during all collection activities.
- (Skip Tracing & Background Checks) Maintaining accurate, up-to-date customer account information
- Other than that, he is a customer relation officer under the Metropol credit reference bureau (MCRB).
Chief Accountant
NICE TV KENYA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Working as part of a team that is responsible for making sure that the flow of costs and revenues between the various projects, regions and people is accurately accounted for and managed
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
- Wrote financial statements and consolidations after reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Maintained accurate financial records by overseeing general ledger reconciliation efforts on a monthly basis.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting systems and software.
- Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by diligently preparing and submitting all required documentation on time.
Assistant Accountant (Part time)
KATE HAPPY VALLEY VENTURES
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses, and commissions.
- Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
- Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
- Monitored bank account activity regularly, identifying potential errors or fraudulent transactions for swift resolution.
- Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations, and cash flow.
- Reduced invoice processing time with efficient data entry and verification of accounts payable transactions.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
Education
Accounting and Accountancy - Accounting
East Africa Institute of Certified Studies
01.2020 - Current
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Githurai High School
01.2014 - 04.2018
Skills
Goal-oriented mindset
Credit Control
Patience and Persistence
Bookkeeping
Financial Reporting
Financial Analysis
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Nairobi
- Date of Birth: 04/01/2000
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
References
Available upon request.
Software
AccountEdge
Wave Accounting
Timeline
Chief Accountant
NICE TV KENYA
01.2020 - 01.2022
Accounting and Accountancy - Accounting
East Africa Institute of Certified Studies
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Accountant (Part time)
KATE HAPPY VALLEY VENTURES
01.2019 - 01.2022
Debt Recovery Officer
MICHEX LIMITED
12.2018 - Current
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Githurai High School
01.2014 - 04.2018
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