STEPHEN OTIENO NYANG'WARA
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced operational management professional emphasizing team collaboration and delivering tangible results. Proficient in process optimization, strategic planning, and resource management. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in leadership, performance analysis, workflow enhancement, and passion for community outreach and fundraising initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & CEO
Volunteer Global Org.
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strategic business plans to drive growth and enhance market positioning.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions and improve operational efficiency.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to support long-term objectives and partnerships.
- Managed resource allocation and budgeting to optimize project outcomes and profitability.
- Mentored team members, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Spearheaded initiatives to streamline processes, resulting in improved workflow efficiencies.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover organization obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Built and maintained strong, cohesive team by recruiting top talent and fostering supportive work environment.
National Operational Manager
AGRICHEM AFRICA LIMITED - KENYA & ETHIOPIA, UNITED AGROCHEMICALS LIMITED - KENYA
05.2020 - 06.2025
- Collaborating with sales leadership to develop and execute national sales strategies, including target market identification, pricing strategies, and sales channel optimization.
- Monitor and analyze sales data across all regions to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement, utilizing CRM systems to generate comprehensive reports.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline sales activities, such as lead qualification, opportunity management, and deal closure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture business requirements and implement new sales and customer-related processes.
- Optimize existing sales processes, practices, and policies for internal customer satisfaction and employee productivity.
- Overseeing the implementation and maintenance of sales technology tools like CRM systems, sales automation platforms, and reporting dashboards.
- Staying informed about industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.
- Hire, develop, and manage a high-performing sales operations team.
- Working closely with marketing, product development, and customer service teams to ensure alignment and support sales initiatives.
- Creating accurate sales forecasts, managing sales budgets, and allocating resources effectively across different regions.
- Analyze costs, identify cost drivers, and propose strategies to control expenses and improve efficiency.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce delays.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity across departments.
- Fostered a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Accountant & Financial Strategist Volunteer
Virtues Project International Association
Alberta,Canada (Remote)
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed financial records using advanced accounting software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented streamlined processes for invoicing, resulting in improved efficiency in collections.
- Conducted regular audits of financial statements, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
- Led training sessions for junior staff on accounting best practices and system updates to enhance team performance.
Virtual Accountant Volunteer
Hampton Roads Urban Agriculture
St. Newport News, Virginia (Remote)
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Developed and maintained financial statements, improving clarity and compliance with regulations.
- Streamlined budgeting processes, enhancing forecasting accuracy and resource allocation.
- Led audit preparations, collaborating with external auditors to facilitate timely reviews.
- Optimized accounting software utilization, increasing efficiency in daily operations and reporting tasks.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Accounting & Tax Advisory
HERITAGE HOLDINGS LIMITED - DUBAI
Remote
05.2020 - 05.2025
- International Loan Amortization.
- Tax advisory.
- Tax preparation and remittance.
- Directors account management.
- Pooled funds management.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Real Estate Accountant
Dreyan Investments Limited, Westfield Developers Limited, Golden Mile Park Management Limited
05.2020 - 05.2025
- Managed financial reporting for multiple real estate projects, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Streamlined budgeting processes by implementing standardized templates across various investment properties.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, enhancing cash flow management and accuracy of financial statements.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts, identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution.
- Collaborated on audits, preparing necessary documentation and liaising with external auditors to facilitate review processes.
- Developed comprehensive financial forecasts to support strategic planning initiatives within the organization.
- Trained junior accountants in best practices for real estate accounting, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Analyzed financial performance metrics to drive insights for investment decisions, influencing portfolio management strategies.
- Enhanced property valuation accuracy by conducting thorough financial analysis and market research.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and accurate reporting.
- Assisted clients in acquiring new investment properties through diligent research and sound financial advice.
- Maintained strong relationships with banking institutions to facilitate efficient financing options for clients.
- Ensured tax compliance for all managed properties by accurately preparing and filing required documentation.
- Conducted regular financial audits to maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Improved cash flow forecasting by regularly analyzing tenant payment trends and conducting comprehensive financial assessments.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
Accountant
Allied Facilities Management Limited – Nairobi & Bamburi
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Processing clients/customers invoicing.
- Supplier bills/invoice recording, validation, and payments.
- Maintaining bank reconciliations.
- KRA returns.
- Payroll Preparation and Reporting
- Data Entry/Processing.
- Generating Financial Reports.
- Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
- Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
- Summarizes current financial status by collecting information, and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
- Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
- Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
- Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
- Secures financial information by completing database backups.
- Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
- Prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.
- Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
- Complies with national and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
- Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Motor Vehicles Management that is facilitate and follow up vehicle inspections, speed governors, Road Service Licenses, Advance Taxes.
- Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
- Managed financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Oversaw budgeting and forecasting activities, optimizing resource allocation and cost management.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable functions, enhancing cash flow efficiency.
- Mentored junior accountants, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Implemented accounting software solutions, increasing operational efficiency and data accuracy.
- Conducted regular audits to identify discrepancies and improve internal controls.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Contributed to enhanced revenue growth by analyzing revenue streams and identifying underperforming areas.
- Led successful integration of financial systems following merger, ensuring continuity and accuracy of financial reporting.
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs without compromising investment opportunities.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
Accounting & Finance
Aga Khan Sports Centre - Kisumu, Nairobi & Mombasa
08.2017 - 04.2020
- Advisory on the Taxation effects of Proposed Business Transactions, different methods of Business structuring and Financing and their Tax Implications.
- Tax Planning Advisory on the Taxation of Employment Income Accrued/Derived in Kenya by the Expatriates in line with the Double Taxation Agreements put in place by the Contracting States.
- Tax Planning & Advisory on the determination and Payment of Installment and Final Corporate Taxes
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices and applicable regulations to ensure compliance across all aspects of accounting and finance operations.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Leveraged accounting and finance experiences and expertise to identify, propose and implement automated solutions and reduce manual processes.
- Maintained a high level of expertise in accounting and finance theory through continuous professional development activities.
- Supported reporting requirements of accounting and finance teams.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in accounting and finance methodologies.
- Ensured industry relevance by maintaining strong connections with accounting and finance professionals through guest lectures and workshops.
- Served as a resource for students seeking career guidance in the fields of accounting and finance, offering personalized advice based on individual goals and interests.
- Verified proper implementation of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements and Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR).
- Accurately handled cash, credit, and debit transactions, ensuring proper accounting of sales.
- Streamlined invoice processing for the accounting department by ensuring accurate and timely data entry into the financial system.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize accounting workflows and reduce manual tasks.
- Streamlined onboarding process for new hires through improved coordination between HR, IT, Finance and other departments.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Kenyatta University
Executive Certificate - Business Management
Cornell University
Diploma - Sales Strategy Development & Data Analytics
Cornell University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Agoro Sare High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Reru A.I.C Primary School
Skills
- Operations management
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Financial management
- Data analysis
- Performance evaluations
- Cost control
- Staff management
- Revenue generation
- Strategic planning
- KPI tracking
- Organizational management
Certification
- KCA University: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Vision Institute of Professionals: Database Software: - Advanced Excel, Tableau, Python, Power BI Accounting Software: - QuickBooks Online & Desktop, Sage, SAP B1, VT Transaction, Pastel
- Institute of Management Accountants: Improving Confidence in Sustainability Performance Data. SAP Business Design Customer Relationship Management.
References
- The Chairman, chairman-accounting@ku.ac.ke, +254208710901, Accounting and Finance Department, P.O BOX 43844-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
- Fred, Ralak, Mr., Fred@aksc.co.ke, +254720433327, Aga Khan Sport Centre, Chief Financial Officer
- Shiraz, Karmali, Mr., director@agrichemafrica.com, Agrichem Africa Limited, United Agrochemicals Limited, Heritage Holdings Limited, Managing Director
- Lisa, Hatfield, keynotes@ecornel.com, lhatfield@ecornell.com, (607) 330-3333, Cornell University, Vice President, 950 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850
- Renee, Foster, Mrs., info@hrurbanag.org, 757-819-8891, Hampton Road Agriculture
- Marilyn, Thompson, Mrs., 847 291-0875, The Virtues Project
Hobbies and Interests
Analytical discussions and solving business problems, Community empowerment activities., Fund Raising.
Affiliations
- Institute of Certified Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
- Keynote Discussions Panelist– Cornell University, New York
- Corporate Social Responsibility Committee (CSR)- Cornell University
- Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK)
- Kenya National Farmers' Federation (KENAFF)
Timeline
Founder & CEO
Volunteer Global Org.
01.2024 - Current
Accountant & Financial Strategist Volunteer
Virtues Project International Association
06.2023 - 05.2025
Virtual Accountant Volunteer
Hampton Roads Urban Agriculture
04.2023 - 05.2025
National Operational Manager
AGRICHEM AFRICA LIMITED - KENYA & ETHIOPIA, UNITED AGROCHEMICALS LIMITED - KENYA
05.2020 - 06.2025
Accounting & Tax Advisory
HERITAGE HOLDINGS LIMITED - DUBAI
05.2020 - 05.2025
Real Estate Accountant
Dreyan Investments Limited, Westfield Developers Limited, Golden Mile Park Management Limited
05.2020 - 05.2025
Accounting & Finance
Aga Khan Sports Centre - Kisumu, Nairobi & Mombasa
08.2017 - 04.2020
Accountant
Allied Facilities Management Limited – Nairobi & Bamburi
01.2017 - 05.2020
Diploma - Sales Strategy Development & Data Analytics
Cornell University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Agoro Sare High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Reru A.I.C Primary School
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Kenyatta University
Executive Certificate - Business Management
Cornell University