Dedicated and results-driven Financial Manager with over 10 years of experience in directing financial operations, strategic planning, and risk management for diverse organizations. Adept at optimizing financial performance through meticulous analysis, innovative solutions, and effective team leadership. Proven track record of enhancing profitability, streamlining processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Hi, I’m
ROBERT MWENDIA
Finance Manager
Nairobi
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
THE KAREN HOSPITAL
FINANCE MANAGER
01.2018 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Developed and executed innovative revenue growth strategies, resulting in notable increase in company revenue specific time period
- Ensured compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards, minimizing risk of legal penalties and reputation
- Identified opportunities for cost-reduction and conducted reviews and evaluations to assess impact and feasibility
- Prepared and coordinated successful financial audits, achieving clean audit reports and demonstrating adherence to accounting standards and internal controls
- Led and mentored finance teams, fostering culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and professional growth among team members
- Improved accuracy of financial forecasts by implementing advanced data analysis techniques and leveraging market trends, leading to more informed decision-making and resource allocation.
TECHPAK INDUSTRIES LIMITED
ACCOUNTANT
01.2016 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Successfully shortened monthly financial reporting cycle by 20%, ensuring that key stakeholders receive up-to-date financial information for informed decision-making
- Developed training modules on accounting regulations and internal policies, resulting in increased awareness and adherence to compliance standards across organization
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through comprehensive analysis of expense reports, leading to reduction in non-essential expenditures without compromising operations
- Provided strategic financial analysis that informed executive decisions on investment opportunities, resulting in the successful acquisition of a company that boosted market share
- Analyzed client profitability trends and provided insights that helped sales team target high-value clients, contributing to increase in revenue from top clients.
ST. JOHN'S HOSPITAL LTD
ACCOUNTANT
01.2013 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Coordinated month-end closing processes to ensure completion ahead of aggressive deadlines
- Posted accounts receivable payments made by cash, cheque or credit card payments
- Maintained robust financial records for business for regulatory reporting and taxation
- Prepared quarterly tax returns and reviewed submitted documentation with auditors
- Supported reconciliations between local and regulatory reporting and resolved discrepancies within established timeframes
- Reconciled bank accounts and credit card statements to address financial expenditures
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
EQUITY BANK KENYA LIMITED
RELATIONSHIP OFFICER
01.2011 - 11.2012
Job overview
- Identified market opportunities to grow new business across dedicated accounts
- Built and maintained existing customer relationships, acting as trusted advisor regarding variety of banking activities
- Reviewed and assessed client credit and investment history
- Assessed customer risk in line with banking policy
- Processed and advised customers on credit applications
- Prepped and walked customers through client information packs.
Education
KCA UNIVERSITY
BCOM from FINANCE
Current
University Overview
CPAK: ACCOUNTANCT
KCA UNIVERSITY
Graduate
11.2010
University Overview
KCSE
KIRITI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
2006
University Overview
Skills
- Team Leadership, management and
- Mentoring
- Financial Management
- Strategic Thinking
- Financial risk assessments
- Negotiation Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Led and mentored finance teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and professional growth among team members
- Enhanced Operation processes, implementing across department for increased productivity and profits
- Built and nurtured key client relationships to grow profit by 40%
- Recognized by management for Customer Relation projects delivering outstanding
- Performance
- Improved Clients reviews by successfully handling customer complaints and implementing monthly staff training.
Affiliations
Affiliations
Member, Institution of ICPAKWork Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkPart TimeFull TimeWork Location
HybridRemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementWork from home optionTimeline
FINANCE MANAGER
THE KAREN HOSPITAL
01.2018 - 01.2022
ACCOUNTANT
TECHPAK INDUSTRIES LIMITED
01.2016 - 12.2017
ACCOUNTANT
ST. JOHN'S HOSPITAL LTD
01.2013 - 12.2015
RELATIONSHIP OFFICER
EQUITY BANK KENYA LIMITED
01.2011 - 11.2012
KCA UNIVERSITY
BCOM from FINANCE
CPAK: ACCOUNTANCT
KCA UNIVERSITY
Graduate
KCSE
KIRITI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
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