Samuel Kuria

• Inventory coding, Reconciliations of project cash allocations, Budgeting for financial quarters, Cost control and inventory management, Audit of internal processes and controls
• Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
• Provided critical support during system upgrades or conversions by working closely with IT staff to ensure minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
• Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments as needed.
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
• Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
• Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to various financial services and secure favorable lending terms for organization.
• Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
• Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
• Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to various financial services and secure favorable lending terms for the organization.

• Ensure that all work processes are followed in terms of inventory management, Ensure production of food items are clearly itemized with their recipes, Control stock by ensuring there is an efficient reorder system and lead time does not exceed or is less than 24 hours, Writing reports to the supervisor and CFO on arising issues relating to work flow processes and propose recommendations on improvements needed, Supervise staff during stock taking exercise, Training new staff on work procedures
• Identified discrepancies between physical counts and system records, initiating investigations and making necessary adjustments for accurate financial reporting
• Evaluated existing cost allocation methods, recommending changes that resulted in more accurate product profitability analysis
• Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry
• Served as a subject matter expert for all inventory-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, providing timely and accurate guidance
• Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
• Enhanced financial reporting quality for better decision-making by conducting regular audits and reconciliations of inventory accounts.
• Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
• Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.

• Bank reconciliations, Filing and paying statutory duties: NHIF, NSSF, PAYE, Reporting to the board on matters related to accounts via the operations manager, Auditing financial documents to ensure they’re properly recorded, Navision accounting software
• Ensure optimization of use with regards to business processes, Administration and accounting roles as allocated by the operations manager, Any other ad hoc tasks
• Optimized tax filing processes by gathering required documentation and ensuring accurate reporting of financial data
• Verified items billed against items ordered and reconciled differences through follow-up with vendor
• Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy
• Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets

• Accounting Software: Working with Xero, Petty cash Audit: Vouching and verification, Reconciliations: Supplier, bank and Petty Cash, Operations: Coordinating payments, school supplies and donation funds to needy
• Reduced errors in data entry by implementing a system of double-checking and cross-referencing information
• Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying
• Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports
• Improved cash flow management by monitoring accounts receivable and following up on overdue invoices
• Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues
• Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity
• Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery

• Export and analysis of data from Navision, Investigate variances and any anomalies, Reporting to management partner on findings
• Assessed company controls and potential risks against benchmarks
• Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry
• Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions
• Improved financial reporting accuracy by identifying and addressing internal control deficiencies
• Prioritized projects based on periodic schedules and immediate need
• Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings
• Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks

• Implementing changeover of data to new database from 2018 to 2019 Pastel, Tax filing and paying, Accounts receivables/payables, Audit
• Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines
• Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues
• Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
• Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines
• Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
• Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations

• Payroll preparation, Statutory: NHIF, PAYE, Vat, Establishing and streamlining communication between accounts, stores and procurement for efficiency
• Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns
• 80% of all procurement, supply chain processes.
• Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications
• Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
• Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
• Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
• Managed social media accounts to boost company visibility, generating increased interest from prospective clients and customers.
• Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Current CPA finalist

• Member of [Christian Union]
• Member of [Leadership training]
• Elected Captain of [Class representative]