Penina Wamboi Mwaura
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,30
Summary
Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Two Cousins Distillers Limited
Kiambu County
04.2019 - Current
- Established and communicated daily, weekly, and monthly objectives to employees, ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Organized workflow by assigning responsibilities, preparing schedules, and optimizing operational efficiency.
- Supervised, coached, and mentored employees to enhance performance and productivity.
- Ensured the safe operation of equipment, scheduled regular maintenance, and enforced compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored production output to meet quality standards and specifications.
- Prepared and submitted reports on performance, progress, and operational challenges.
- Identified process inefficiencies and recommended improvements to enhance workflow and productivity.
- Trained new employees on machinery operation, workplace safety, and standard operating procedures.
- Enforced strict adherence to safety guidelines and company policies to maintain a compliant and secure work environment.
Accountant
Thika Sports Club
Kiambu County
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Supervised and managed a team comprising one Accounts Assistant, one Procurement Officer, and two Cashiers.
- Prepared timely financial and management reports to support decision-making.
- Oversaw tax compliance, including VAT, Withholding VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, and Catering Levy, ensuring accurate filings and statutory payments.
- Conducted monthly stock-taking, bank reconciliations, and general ledger reviews to maintain financial accuracy.
- Processed and reviewed payment vouchers and managed check issuance.
- Developed and monitored budgets to optimize financial performance.
- Managed payroll processing and ensured timely salary disbursements.
- Implemented financial decisions as directed by the board to align with organizational goals.
Accountant
Skypack Security Services Limited
Nairobi County
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- 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.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Facilitated smoother audit processes by maintaining organized and comprehensive financial documentation.
- Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Accounts Intern
Informal Settlement Improvement Project (KISIP)
Ministry Of Lands, Housing & Urban, Nairobi
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives within the finance department by identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and presenting recommendations to supervisors for consideration.
- Enhanced overall financial accuracy by diligently maintaining organized records of all transactions and supporting documents.
- Streamlined account reconciliation processes by identifying and correcting discrepancies in financial statements.
- Strengthened knowledge of various accounting principles through active participation in professional development workshops offered internally or externally as available opportunities arose.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
Savannah Three K Security Services Limited
Nairobi County
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Following up payments and ensuring all pending payments are received within as per company regulations.
- Receipting any incoming payments.
- Preparing debtors schedules for the directors on a weekly basis for decision making.
- Sending out statements to customers to show what is outstanding every end month.
- Maintaining proper files for all receivable records
- Ensuring proper records are maintained of all suppliers’ invoice.
- Processing all approved payments and maintaining records thereto, and ensuring all payments made have accompanying approved documents.
- Preparing remittances for payroll statutory deductions and physically remitting them before deadline
- Bank reconciliation on a monthly basis.
- Preparing monthly budgets for petty cash and any other field cost.
- Making sure all employees adhere to set rules & regulations.
- Maintaining records & books of account
Supervisor
Maldrid Wines and Spirits
Nairobi County
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
Accounts Assistant
Basilica Self Help Group
Nairobi County
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
KCA University
Nairobi Campus11-2023
Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination - Accounting
Summit Institute of Professionals
Nairobi County06-2018
Kenya Accounts Technician Certificate (KATC) - Accounting Technician Certificate
Elgon View College:
Nairobi County06-2014
Microsoft Office Computer Packages - Computer Packages
Multiface Computer College:
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County06-2014
Accounting Packages - Book Keeping
Aberdeen College of Accountancy:
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County04-2014
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Mwiruti Secondary School
12-2005
Skills
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff management
- Production planning
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Records administration
- Staff supervision
- Activity reporting
- Computer skills
- MS office
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Two Cousins Distillers Limited
04.2019 - Current
Accountant
Thika Sports Club
04.2018 - 03.2019
Accountant
Skypack Security Services Limited
07.2016 - 05.2018
Accounts Intern
Informal Settlement Improvement Project (KISIP)
01.2016 - 06.2016
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
Savannah Three K Security Services Limited
08.2014 - 12.2015
Supervisor
Maldrid Wines and Spirits
01.2013 - 07.2014
Accounts Assistant
Basilica Self Help Group
01.2006 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
KCA University
Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination - Accounting
Summit Institute of Professionals
Kenya Accounts Technician Certificate (KATC) - Accounting Technician Certificate
Elgon View College:
Microsoft Office Computer Packages - Computer Packages
Multiface Computer College:
Accounting Packages - Book Keeping
Aberdeen College of Accountancy:
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Mwiruti Secondary School