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WALTER PHILIP NYAMORI
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced professional with a proven track record in improving operational efficiency and managing risks. Expertise in performing comprehensive audits, identifying process improvements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior management to drive strategic initiatives. Proven ability to communicate complex results clearly and actionable. Committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards while providing value-added insights to the organization.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
Kenya Power Co. Ltd
SENIOR Credit ControlLER
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Achieved 25% reduction in overdue accounts during the first quarter by employing strategic follow-up methods and engaging in proactive client communication
- Developed account monitoring application that effectively lowers high-risk accounts, leading to significant 20% decrease in bad debt write-offs, ultimately enhancing overall financial health of the company
- Managed a team of 20 credit controllers, and through targeted training and mentorship, achieved a substantial 30% enhancement in our collection rates
- Effectively brokered extended payment arrangements with clients, leading to monthly cash flow increase of KES 1.4 billion
- Provided monthly in-depth reports to senior management, delivering valuable insights that played a crucial role in enabling informed decision-making.
Kenya Power Co. Ltd
Internal AuditOR
09.2004 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Contributed to creation of risk-oriented audit approach, leading to 30% expansion in audit coverage of high-risk areas, thereby enhancing organization’s overall risk management practices
- Lead implementation of audit management software, increasing audit efficiency by 40% and enabling more comprehensive data analysis
- Designed and organized training sessions for finance and operations team on internal control, helping to increase employee awareness and compliance by 15%
- Provided mentorship to junior audit team members, nurturing their professional development and playing role in their successful growth within the company
- Spearheaded team effort to improve quality of audit documentation, creating consistently well-organized work papers that earned praise from external auditors
- Contributed to in-depth root cause analysis of periodic audit findings, helping to identify and resolve systemic issues that resulted in a 40% decrease in recurring audit issues
- Uncovered fraudulent activities within the company, resulting in the recovery of KES 2.1 billion in misappropriated funds and the establishment of stronger controls against future incidents
- Created high-level audit reports offering clear insights and actionable recommendations to support informed decision-making by senior management.
Education
University of NairobiNairobi
MBA from Finance
12.2023
Brentwood Open Learning CollegeLondon
Diploma from Forensic Accounting
10.2020
University of South AfricaPretoria
Postgraduate Diploma from Risk Management
05.2018
University of South AfricaPretoria
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) from Business Management
06.2013
University of South AfricaPretoria
Bachelor of Commerce from Financial Management
04.2011
Skills
- Business Strategy
- Problem-Solving
- Stakeholder communication
- Leadership
- Performance Metrics
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Financial Analysis
- Internal & External Audits
- Fraud Detection & Prevention
- SAP
- SQL
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Planning
- Disputes & Collections
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
CPFAcct - Certified Professional Forensic Accountant 2021
GRCPA - Governance, Risk and Compliance Auditor 2020
GRCP - Governance, Risk and Compliance Professional 2020
CPA (K) - Certified Public Accountant of Kenya 2005
AFFILIATIONS
ICFA - Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants
IIA - Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
OCEG - Open Ethics and Compliance Group
ACFE - Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
IARCP - International Association of Risk and Compliance Professionals ICPAK - Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya
Affiliations
ICFA - Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants
IIA - Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
OCEG - Open Ethics and Compliance Group
ACFE - Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
IARCP - International Association of Risk and Compliance Professionals ICPAK - Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya
Languages
Kiswahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
SENIOR Credit ControlLER
Kenya Power Co. Ltd
10.2021 - Current
Internal AuditOR
Kenya Power Co. Ltd
09.2004 - 09.2021
University of Nairobi
MBA from Finance
Brentwood Open Learning College
Diploma from Forensic Accounting
University of South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma from Risk Management
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) from Business Management
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce from Financial Management
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