Mary N Kaigera, FCCA
Finance, Grants and Donor Compliance specialist
Nairobi
Summary
Objective and conscientious professional leader with demonstrated success leading financial systems and proficient administration of sub-grant awards. Knowledgeable about donor regulatory requirements and successful strategies for maintaining optimal controls. Exceptional performance outlining strategic financial directions for business growth.
Seeking to utilize honed professional skills and experience to spur growth that will yield steadfast and profitable outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
9
9
Certificates
Work History
Head of Finance and Operations
WWF Kenya
Nairobi
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Provided leadership over the Operations within 40-person finance & operations department for effective management of donor funds.
- Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
Assistant Director, Finance
IntraHealth International
Nairobi
04.2012 - 02.2017
- Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Stayed on top of applicable USAID and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
- Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
USAID Compliance Advisor
John Snow Inc.(JSI)
Nairobi
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed practical action plans to respond to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
- Implemented improvement initiatives and developed compliance testing program to monitor and identify gaps in new and existing practices.
- Developed and maintained compliance database, tracking all compliance activities and documents.
- Developed and maintained system for tracking and reporting compliance violations.
- Identified, investigated and documented compliance violations and recommended corrective measures.
- Prepared and submitted regulatory filings in timely manner.
Finance Controller
International Rescue Committee (IRC)-Kenya
Nairobi
02.2005 - 07.2008
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts for decision making.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and tax returns.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Audit Senior
Deloitte
Nairobi
10.2004 - 01.2005
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Consulted clients on internal control systems development and audit program improvements.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
Audit & Accounts Senior
Eacotts Limited
Burnham
09.2001 - 08.2004
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Consulted clients on internal control systems development and audit program improvements.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Interviewed business owners to understand needs and explain audit scope.
Audit Assistant
Deloitte
Nairobi
11.1997 - 08.1999
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Worked audit engagements for industries in engineering, manufacturing, non-profit and human resources.
- Assessed financial statements and records.
- Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues.
- Participated in workshops and educational opportunities to build skills set and add value to department.
- Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
09.1994 - 11.1997
No Degree - Psychology
2023.Nov - Current
Skills
Financial Management
Technology-savvy
Budgeting and Budget monitoring
Organizational skills
Risk mitigation
Cost control and reduction
Strategic and financial planning
Financial analysis and reporting
Business Development
Budget forecasting
Affiliations
Fellow, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, FCCA
Certification
ACCA
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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Timeline
IAP Career College - No Degree, Psychology
2023.Nov - Current
Becoming a Strategic Leader, eCornell
03-2022
Bullet Proof Manager
01-2022
Virtual Workplace Investigation and Interviewing Course, WWF International
11-2021
Head of Finance and Operations - WWF Kenya
01.2019 - 11.2023
USAID Rules and Regulations, Inside NGO]
07-2013
Assistant Director, Finance - IntraHealth International
04.2012 - 02.2017
USAID Compliance Advisor - John Snow Inc.(JSI)
01.2009 - 01.2012
Finance Controller - International Rescue Committee (IRC)-Kenya
02.2005 - 07.2008
Audit Senior - Deloitte
10.2004 - 01.2005
Audit & Accounts Senior - Eacotts Limited
09.2001 - 08.2004
Audit Assistant - Deloitte
11.1997 - 08.1999
Catholic University of Eastern Africa - Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
09.1994 - 11.1997