Kadenge Kidiga

• Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns.
• Created, planned, and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and maximize return on investments.
• Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
• Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
• Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
• Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
• Oversaw accounts payable and receivable to track income and expenditures, drive statutory compliance and provide quantitative financial information.

• Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
• Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
• Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
• Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
• Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
• Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive operational growth.
• Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
• Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.

· Compiling and analyzing financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts for management

· Ensuring all financial reporting deadlines in agreements with the AECF donors are met

· Preparing quarterly financial management reports for submission to the AECF committee (Board)

· Monitoring the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures by both the FM and AGRA

· Assisting AGRA management in the preparation of the AECF administrative budget estimates for submission to the AECF Committee for discussion and final approval.

· Regularly monitoring expenditure against budget, advising the EM on variances, cost escalations, and budget re-allocations

· Monitoring and managing financial/administrative contract issues between AGRA and the AECF donors, and AGRA and the grantees

· Developing and maintaining financial data bases, particularly in AGRA’s MIS

· Ensuring accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses of the AECF

• Analyzed budgets, forecasts and current trends to support overall financial operations.
• Produced reports outlining latest financial information such as expenses, income and outstanding balances.
• Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
• Complied with established internal controls and policies.
• Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
• Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
• Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
• Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.

• Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
• Assisted with recruiting, interviewing and hiring new department employees.

· Manage administrative policies, processes and procedures, financial resources and handle all general office administrative work including office operations and travel coordination.

· Assist Network Director (ND) in preparing and monitoring the Biosciences eastern and central Africa- Network (BecANet) annual budget in collaboration with International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Budget and Grants Unit.

· Implement financial strategies and policies, including internal and external control systems and reporting processes.

Implement human resources policies regarding recruitment, staff compensation and rewards, staff performance management, training and development

• Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
• Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
• Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
• Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
• Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
• Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
• 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.
• Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
• Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
• Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings, and related schedules.
• Oversaw accounting team in servicing diverse clients.
• Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
• Liaised with clients regarding financial plans and objectives.
• Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.