SAHAL OTHOWAY ABDI
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Motivated and results-driven Bachelor of Commerce graduate (Human Resource Option) with a solid foundation in accounting, finance, economics, and business management. Skilled in financial analysis, bookkeeping, data entry, and the use of MS Excel and other business software. Demonstrates strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business problems. A fast learner with excellent communication, organization, and teamwork abilities. Committed to developing professional competence and contributing effectively to organizational goals through dedication, integrity, and a proactive approach to tasks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Tasneem General Trading LTD
01.2024 - Current
- Provide overall strategic direction and long-term vision for the company.
- Develop and implement business growth strategies, market expansion plans, and competitiveness initiatives.
- Analyze market trends to identify new business opportunities and evaluate potential risks.
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the company to ensure efficiency and productivity.
- Establish operational policies, procedures, and performance standards.
- Ensure smooth coordination across departments including procurement, logistics, sales, and finance.
- Approve budgets, financial plans, and expenditure allocations.
- Monitor financial performance, cash flow, and profitability.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, auditing requirements, and financial reporting obligations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, investors, and partners.
- Negotiate major contracts, trade agreements, and supply chain partnerships.
- Drive customer satisfaction through effective service delivery and quality assurance.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance supervision to senior staff and teams.
- Oversee recruitment, staff development, and performance evaluation processes.
- Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes productivity and professional growth.
Finance and Administration Manager
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Manage financial and administration teams to achieve company financial goals.
- Develop the overall corporate financial goals and objectives.
- Oversee preparation of financial records related to general ledger, payroll, budget, expense, etc.
- Assist in account receivable and payable activities.
- Maintain accurate bank records of cash withdrawals and deposits.
- Follow standard accounting process for financial analysis and reporting activities.
- Evaluate existing accounting system and recommend improvements if required.
- Assist in developing and managing budgeting system.
- Perform account reconciliations and generate financial reports.
- Manage all client accounts for payment settlements.
- Initiate orientation and training programs for employees.
- Monitor and manage expenses within allotted budgets.
- Assist in resource identification, work assignment, performance evaluation, and promotion decision activities.
Accountant
Ocean Energy
Southern Sudan
05.2012 - 04.2015
- Preparation of company annual reports and financial statements.
- Preparations of vouchers and pay slips.
- Compiling company dividends.
- Manage all accounting transactions.
- Prepare budget forecasts.
- Publish financial statements in time.
- Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
- Reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
- Ensure timely bank payments.
- Compute taxes and prepare tax returns.
- Report on the company's financial health and liquidity.
- Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.
- Comply with financial policies and regulations.
Bursar
Furaha Mixed Day Secondary School
Wajir
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Keeping cash book records.
- Reconciling statements.
- Secretary to the school tender committee.
- Preparations of non-teaching staff payrolls.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource option
Zetech University
Higher Diploma - Human Resource Management
The Neww Dimension College
Diploma - Personnel Management
NEP Technical Training Institute
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Wajir High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Furaha Primary School
Skills
- Excellent hands on leadership skills
- Ability to communicate confidently in English and Swahili
- Proven ability to formulate financial budgets
- Hands on experience in people management processes
- Experienced at creating long lasting relationships with clients
- Exceptional knowledge in financial statement analysis
- Excellent at liaising with business related organizations
- Ability to use MS Office suite, Sage, SAP, QuickBooks
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading historical and motivational literature
- Watching and participating in sports, including football and basketball
- Traveling and exploring new cultures
References
- Dekow Abdi Ali, Commissioner SRC, 0721563140, dekow2022@gmail.com
- Mohamed Ali Maow, Civil Engineer KPLC, 0710109660, mohamedmaow2016@gmail.com
Languages
- English
- Somali
- Kiswahili
Timeline
Director
Tasneem General Trading LTD
01.2024 - Current
Finance and Administration Manager
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
10.2020 - 01.2022
Accountant
Ocean Energy
05.2012 - 04.2015
Bursar
Furaha Mixed Day Secondary School
01.2012 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource option
Zetech University
Higher Diploma - Human Resource Management
The Neww Dimension College
Diploma - Personnel Management
NEP Technical Training Institute
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Wajir High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Furaha Primary School