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STEPHEN NJIRI GITHUA

Nairobi

Summary

A Seasoned Chief Accountant bringing more than 12 years of experience directing accounting systems for diverse business groups. Industrious and cost-conscious with excellent financial management abilities and well experienced in maximizing Revenue, Liquidity & Earnings while Dampening Costs

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

CHIEF ACCOUNTANT

MUGG & BEAN RESTAURANT
01.2023 - Current
  • Overseeing all financial and administrative tasks to ensure business efficiency and compliance with all regulatory bodies.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Wrote financial statements and consolidations after reconciling general ledger accounts.
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
  • Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
  • Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
  • Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
  • Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.

AUDIT ASSOCIATE

LEXAN & ASSOCIATES - CPA
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Developed and maintained productive working relationships with customers, assess their satisfaction, and proactively maintain contact throughout the year for repeat business.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
  • Performed extensive assessments of assets, liabilities and equity to verify accuracy in financial reports.
  • Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision makers.
  • Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Met with clients to identify and assess business controls, risks and workflow inefficiencies.
  • Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal, and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
  • Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
  • Identified audit risks, prepared budgets, and coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports.
  • Supervised and developed associates and oversaw auditing activities across operational, personnel utilization and excessive billing areas.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

SISDO MICROFINANCE
01.2013 - 09.2019
  • Board Administration and Support: Strengthened board relations while engaging in board meetings, taking minutes, ensuring the implementation of board resolutions, and serving as Secretary to ALCO and Executive Subcommittees.
  • Completed clerical and data entry tasks to optimize financial procedures.
  • Analyzed budgets, forecasts and current trends to support overall financial operations.
  • Identified and corrected miscalculations and financial discrepancies to support quality assurance.
  • Prepared and posted receipts and deposits to facilitate standard bookkeeping.
  • Produced reports outlining latest financial information such as expenses, income and outstanding balances.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
  • Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
  • Designed and maintained financial models to identify and measure risks.
  • Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.

Education

ABE Diploma - Business Administration

Nairobi Institute of Business Studies
NAIROBI, KENYA

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting & Finance

Kenya Methodist University
NAIROBI, KENYA
01.2009

Certified Public Secretary -

Star College of Management Studies
01.2008

Certified Public Accountant -

Focus Business Institute
01.2006

Skills

  • Financial Reporting
  • General Ledger Reconciliation
  • P&L Oversight
  • Budgeting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Policy & Procedures Reviews
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Mentorship
  • Full-Cycle Accounting
  • Annual Budget Preparation
  • Internal Controls
  • Payroll Processing
  • Procedure Development
  • Ms - Excel
  • Audit Support
  • Monthly Financial Statements
  • Month-End Close
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Budget Development
  • Tax Return Preparation

Affiliations

Member – Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)

Leadership And Community Engagements

  • Secretary General – Wendi Mwega Self Help Group
  • Board Member – Brilliant Day Springs Academy, Nairobi
  • Volunteer: Security Group – Nyumba Kumi Initiative

References

CPA Godfrey Mugi, Partner, Lexan & Associates, Certified Public Accountants, +254 722 812 207 / +254 785 375 692, godfrey@lexancpa.com 


Dr. Mwajuma Alice Abok, OGW, (Rtd) Chief Executive Officer/Director, SISDO MFI, +254 733 727 002, amwajumaa@gmail.com 


Mr. Symon Kamore Mwangi, Chief Executive Officer, SMEP MFB Nairobi, +254 722 974 271 / +254 733 845 299, skamore@smep.co.ke

Languages

Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

CHIEF ACCOUNTANT

MUGG & BEAN RESTAURANT
01.2023 - Current

AUDIT ASSOCIATE

LEXAN & ASSOCIATES - CPA
01.2020 - 12.2022

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

SISDO MICROFINANCE
01.2013 - 09.2019

ABE Diploma - Business Administration

Nairobi Institute of Business Studies

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting & Finance

Kenya Methodist University

Certified Public Secretary -

Star College of Management Studies

Certified Public Accountant -

Focus Business Institute
STEPHEN NJIRI GITHUA