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Moses Bowen
Accountant
Eldoret,7613
Summary
I am an Organized Accountant with 4 years of managing accurate accounting information, tax return support, bookkeeping and corporate operations. I have an Astute financial understanding with keen eye for detail and high level of integrity.Besides,I Works well in large teams in corporate environments.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Accountant
Tekko Tours and Travel Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi
2019.05 - 2020.02
- Coordinated with clients to improve accounting, payroll and tax operations.
- Created budgets and forecasts for management group to meet regular accounting deadlines.
- Managed entire accounting cycle including gathering information, preparing documents, finalizing reports and closing books.
- Improved efficiency of operations, including data collection, analysis and modeling, to enhance practices and increase customer retention.
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on permits, certificates and documents mandatory for government departments.
- Helped clients navigate interactions with tax authorities and legal concerns related to financial matters.
- Brought errors to near-zero in reporting, payroll administration and general bookkeeping.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating and all types of cash and banking reconciliations.
Accounting Assistant
New Age Associates
Nairobi, Kenya
2017.04 - 2019.12
- Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Balanced reports to submit for approval and verification.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Reconciled all company accounts, including credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate efficient processing.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees, including calculating taxes, vacation and sick time.
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
Stock Accountant
Rajchem Polymers
Nairobi, Kenya
2017.07 - 2017.11
- Developing inventory analysis reports and analyzing variances
- Assisting in the improvement in internal controls related to inventory
- Verifying accurate standard costs
- Monitoring inventory transactions
- Reconciling inventory accounts to the general ledger
- Preparing monthly journal entries as needed.
Hotel Administrator
Sobak Hotel and Guest House Ltd
Eldama Ravine, Baringo
2016.01 - 2017.08
- Analyzed and evaluated monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Conducted inspections of property grounds, buildings and equipment to identify maintenance concerns and direct timely repairs.
- Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
- Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Communicated regularly with key on- and off-site tenant contacts to achieve satisfaction with facility and services.
- Communicated effectively with owners, residents and on-site associates.
- Audited files and reported any issues requiring follow-up to program manager.
- Generated professional networks by engaging in professional, industry and government organizations.
- Promoted positive company and owner relationships through proactive attention to concerns.
- Maximized rental income while minimizing expenses through effective planning and control.
- Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management
Egerton University
Nakuru 2012.09 - 2015.11
High School Diploma -
Emining High School
Baringo 2008.01 - 2011.12
High School Diploma -
Kiram Academy
Mogotio,Baringo 2006.01 - 2007.12
Computer Studies - Information Technology
KINK College of Accountancy
Nakuru County 2016.08 - 2016.09
Skills
Tax accounting specialization
Intuit QuickBooks specialist
Account Reconciliation
Cash Flow analysis
Financial Management
Bookkeeping
Budgeting
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of Nakubrand.
- Successfully mitigated loss from Tekko Tours and Travel through forex exchange rates.
Additional Information
I am a competent accountant highly skilled and professional in my fiendly. I am a workaholic and any task that a am being assigned i always make sure that i complete it in accordance with provided timelines. In addition,i enjoy working with great teams whereby every idea is accomodated.Generally i have an all rounded type of personality.
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Accounting System Proficiency
- Proficient inn Quickbooks
- Proficient in Tally and Sage
- Proficient in Graphic Designs
- Proficient in MS Word,Corel Draw,Ms Excel,MS Access,Publisher etc
Interests
Networking
Travelling
Referees
Mr. Eliakim E Okiddy
Managing Director,
Tekko Tours and Travel Ltd.
P.O Box 32458-00623
Nairobi, Kenya.
Email:director@tekkotours.com
Tel: 0722518367
Mr. Dimple Manakiwala,
Partner New Age Associates,
P.O Box 38014-00623,
Nairobi, Kenya.
Email; newageasso@gmail.com.
Tel; +254720338787.
Mr. Solomon Cherogony,
Director, Sobak Enterprises Limited,
P.OBox 720-20103
Eldama Ravine,Kenya.
Email: director@sobakhotel.com
Mobile; +254729761450
Timeline
General Accountant
Tekko Tours and Travel Ltd
2019.05 - 2020.02
Accounting Packages
2018-04
Stock Accountant
Rajchem Polymers
2017.07 - 2017.11
Accounting Assistant
New Age Associates
2017.04 - 2019.12
Computer Studies - Information Technology
KINK College of Accountancy
2016.08 - 2016.09
Hotel Administrator
Sobak Hotel and Guest House Ltd
2016.01 - 2017.08
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
2015-04
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management
Egerton University
2012.09 - 2015.11
High School Diploma -
Emining High School
2008.01 - 2011.12
High School Diploma -
Kiram Academy
2006.01 - 2007.12