Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Training
Computer Applications And Accounting Packages
Positions Of Responsibility
Timeline
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Linda Evance Achieng

Suna

Summary

Adept at financial management and team leadership, I significantly enhanced financial operations at the Seventh Day Adventist Church's Kendu Adventist Hospital. My expertise in QuickBooks and attention to detail streamlined processes, achieving a 30% improvement in efficiency. My background spans robust roles in finance, showcasing exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Finance Officer

Senate Office-Migori County
01.2023 - Current
  • Monitoring expenditure of the Migori Senate Office;
  • Advising on prioritization of programs and activities for results based allocation of resources;
  • Overseeing the preparation of budget estimates for the Office;
  • Sourcing of resources for the Migori County Office operations
  • Overseeing the administration of gratuity benefits staff;
  • Providing technical and administrative support to the Member and staff on Oversight Funds, County etc
  • Coordinating the implementation and monitoring of approved procurement plans;
  • Prepare balance sheets and other reports as may be required
  • Process invoices in support of payments as may be required
  • Review/record accounts payable and accounts receivable in line with organizational policies, and standards
  • Ensure that the financial system is always up to date with financial data
  • Manage petty cash
  • Support both the conduct and management of internal and external audit processes
  • Ensure proper compliance with accounting

Program Finance Officer

Umbrella Organization
12.2018 - 12.2022
  • Ensure that all financial transactions are carried out and recorded in accordance with IAS and Umbrella procedures and policies
  • Petty cash management and custody
  • Preparation and prompt settlement of statutory and other payroll deductions i.e
  • PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, Withholding tax, HELB, Cooperative contributions, Pension, etc
  • Preparation of the secretariat monthly accounts for review by the Finance Manager by the 7th of every month ensuring the accuracy of the data
  • Receive and review supporting documentation from partners

Consultant

08.2013 - 12.2018
  • Private consultancy in the field of accounting systems packages to different agencies and a lecturer in various local schools

Accountant

Seventh Day Adventist Church, Kendu Adventist Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2013
  • Company Overview: A Seventh Day Adventist Church sponsored Hospital which has been acting as a referral hospital in Western Kenya besides other major known hospitals, it has a work force of over 1000 employees working on a permanent basis
  • Within the Hospital, there is a medical school
  • It serves over 10,000 patients monthly
  • Verify all payments and check payments and receipts including supporting documentation
  • Accurately maintain records of financial transactions in order to monitor the financial status of all institution’s activities
  • Prepare weekly and monthly cash requests and projections and submit them to Business Manager
  • Review and account for procurement transactions in the project implementation to ensure adequate supporting documentation, accuracy of amounts, and control over payments
  • Assist logistics with the paperwork for the procurements
  • Provide advice and assistance to staff and management on pay and benefits systems
  • Provide information and assistance to staff on human resource related issues and work related issues
  • Process employee requests for outside training while complying with policies and procedures
  • Coordinate with Business Manager in order to ensure that all contracts, insurance documents, timesheets and other related documents are provided to the Finance department in a timely manner
  • Coordinate with Business Manager to ensure the HR issues are adequately addressed or brought to the attention of the Business Manager
  • Other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor
  • A Seventh Day Adventist Church sponsored Hospital which has been acting as a referral hospital in Western Kenya besides other major known hospitals, it has a work force of over 1000 employees working on a permanent basis
  • Within the Hospital, there is a medical school
  • It serves over 10,000 patients monthly

Education

CPA 3 -

02.2025

Masters in Business Administration -

02.2025

Bachelor of Business - Business Administration, Accounting Option

Bugema University

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Administration
  • Development networking
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Coordination
  • Facilitation
  • Team leadership
  • Computerized systems
  • Microsoft Office
  • Internet applications
  • Windows
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • PowerPoint
  • Publisher
  • Information technology
  • Sun Plus applications
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage
  • Payroll administration
  • Project finance
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Cost accounting
  • Nonprofit finance
  • Tax compliance
  • Financial projections
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Internal controls
  • Cash flow management
  • Financial audits
  • Accounts payable management
  • Financial statement preparation

References

  • Mr. George Opande, Business Manager, Kendu Adventist Hospital, P.O Box 20, Kendu-Bay, Kenya, 254 733 545 372, 726 171 853
  • Mr. John Orende, Chief Auditor, Umbrella Organization, Kisumu, Kenya, 254 723 991 424
  • Patrick Ndeda, Programs Officer, International Medical Corps, P.O BOX 67513, 00200, Nairobi, Kenya, +254 722 923 793

Hobbies and Interests

  • Participating in Community Development Programs i.e. Education, Advocacy & Capacity building, Resource Mobilization and Sustainable Development.
  • Reading of Personal Development books, journals and Research papers and consultancies.
  • Keen and study interest in the Kenyan devolved structures of Governance as per the constitution 2010 & the expected impact on the common man in Kenya.
  • Gender equality forums by Heinrich Boil Foundation, Economic policy forums by the Institute of Economic Affairs, Kenya and Business & Investment intelligence.
  • Mentorship programs for young people in business, career and professional development initiatives.

Training

  • 06/2012, Training for Provision of Civic Education, Multimedia University, Ministry of Justice & Constitution Affairs, UNDP, Japan Government among other donors.
  • 05/2010, Organizational Development on Strategic Planning Training, National Development Institute (NDI) of USA, NDI office.
  • 03/2010, Role of Accountants in Corporate Governance, Bugema University School of Business, Bugema University.
  • 04/2011, Leadership Skills Development workshop, Peace for Africa and Development

Computer Applications And Accounting Packages

  • Very Good understanding of computerized systems and processes with solid and working knowledge of Microsoft Office & internet applications including Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, and basic concepts of information, communication, and technology.
  • Familiar and conversant with Sun Plus applications and have working knowledge of QuickBooks, and Sage among other accounting packages.

Positions Of Responsibility

  • Consultant, Feltech Ltd, 2010, Present
  • Council Member, School of Business Association, Bugema University, 2009, 2010
  • Coordinator, Peace for Africa & Economic Development, 2010, Present

Timeline

Senior Finance Officer

Senate Office-Migori County
01.2023 - Current

Program Finance Officer

Umbrella Organization
12.2018 - 12.2022

Consultant

08.2013 - 12.2018

Accountant

Seventh Day Adventist Church, Kendu Adventist Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2013

CPA 3 -

Masters in Business Administration -

Bachelor of Business - Business Administration, Accounting Option

Bugema University

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