ODONGO ANTHONY OMONDI
ACCOUNTANT
Summary
A dedicated accountant with over 6+ years of experience, with a proven ability to optimize processes and deliver accurate financial data. With problem-solving skills that aim to improve processes and minimize losses. I possess analytical abilities, a results-oriented approach, and am adept at working quickly and accurately under tight deadlines. My background includes more than fifteen years spent as a clerical staff and accounts assistant, where I was responsible for forecasting budgets, financial statements, revenue collection, bank reconciliation, forecasting payables, analysis, mathematical reasoning, and deductive reasoning.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Branch Accountant
National Health Insurance Fund
10.2018 - Current
- Supported and mentored five new accounting staff members, giving them accounting guidance, and now they are in charge of their own branches.
- Ensured accuracy in revenue collection and expenses
- Prepared monthly and year end reconciliations for closings
- Prepared Monthly utilization reports and managed to reduce the reporting days from five to two days
- Managed to pay the credit suppliers on schedule, Avoiding litigations
- Strengthened Risk assessment and management protocols to protect business assets
- Ensured financial objectives were fulfilled by reducing operation costs by 15% by demonstrating proficiency in forecasting and budget management.
Clerical officer & Accounts assistant
National Hospital Insurance Fund
06.2002 - 10.2018
- Registered members and increased membership by at least 10%
- Efficiently took photos and produced high quality membership cards
- Effectively and accurately implemented revenue collection and banking transactions, resulting in a reduction in revenue loss.
- Managed vote book and accounts payables while ensuring accuracy
- Relieved Branch driver while he was on leave which increased compliance, membership and increased revenue collection by 20%
- Managed to provide strategic financial guidance to senior management
- Treasury Function
- Monthly reconciliation of bank statement against the cashbook.
- Receipting of Cash and cheques.
- Ensuring that transactions posted to both cash and clearing GL accounts are reviewed and reconciled in a timely manner.
- Timely banking of cash and cheques
- Ensure sufficient funding of pay out account.
- Ensured that documents are properly stored for audit and internal reference purposes.
Untrained Teacher
Mayenya Primary School
01.2000 - 04.2002
- Transformed classroom environment to foster student engagement and active learning
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies resulting in improved student performance
- Developed personalizes lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs of students
- Provided individualized support and guidance to struggling students, resulting in academic growth.
- Effectively managed classroom behaviour and maintained a safe and orderly learning environment
Education
Data science & Machine learning -
USA09-2024
Masters of Business Administration - Financial Management
Girne American University
UK10-2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
University of Nairobi
11-2022
Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) -
KCA University
05-2018
Accounting Technician Certificate -
KCA University
05-2013
Certificate In Computerised Accountant -
KCA University
07-2010
Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers(K) - undefined
Public Service Commission of Kenya
Kenya01.2005
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Gabriel’s Minor Seminary
Kenya11-1999
Skills
Data Analysis
Critical thinking
Time Management
Customer Service
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Suite
Budgeting & Forecasting
Mathematical Analytical & Deductive Reasoning
Strong Written & Oral Communication
Report Writing and Presentation Skills
Analytical Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
Accomplishments
- Optimised reporting process: Reduced reporting days from five to two days
- Cost reduction success: Cut operating cost by 15% through efficient budget management
- Revenue Growth achievement: Increased revenue collection by 20% through strategic initiatives
- Championed process improvement initiatives.
- Mentored New leaders: Successfully mentored five accounting staff members to lead branches
Professional Memberships
Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK), 23333
References
- CPA Bedford Ocholla, Financial officer, Ngima for Sure/CHS Siaya, +254 714034255, ojokbedford@gmail.com
- Dr, CPA(K) JOAB OOKO, Lecturer, Koitalel Samoei University College, +254722219633, ooko@ksu.ac.ke
- Johnstone Maurice Ouma, Manager, NHIF Siaya, 0722593927, jouma@nhif.or.ke
Timeline
Branch Accountant
National Health Insurance Fund
10.2018 - Current
Clerical officer & Accounts assistant
National Hospital Insurance Fund
06.2002 - 10.2018
Untrained Teacher
Mayenya Primary School
01.2000 - 04.2002
Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers(K) - undefined
Public Service Commission of Kenya
Data science & Machine learning -
Masters of Business Administration - Financial Management
Girne American University
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
University of Nairobi
Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) -
KCA University
Accounting Technician Certificate -
KCA University
Certificate In Computerised Accountant -
KCA University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Gabriel’s Minor Seminary
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Interests
Reading
Travelling
Software
Microsoft suite
Python
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveAffiliations
- Institute of public accountants of kenya
- Representative of Health insurance to the hospital management board
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney