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Kennedy Mwole

Accountant

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Reliable employee offering excellent communication and good judgment. Dedicated accounting professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced Accountant with over seven years of experience in finance department, excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Results-driven Accountant experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Accounting Partner

Global Associates
Nairobi
06.2019 - 02.2021
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
  • Created debt management plans, spending plans or budgets to assist clients in meeting financial goals.
  • Classified and analyzed risks and investments to determine potential impacts on companies.
  • Monitored clients' financial situation by tracking changes in wealth and life circumstances, analyzing financial plan results and identifying and evaluating new financial strategies.
  • Developed financial strategies by guiding client to establish financial goals and matching goals to appropriate financial plans.
  • Interviewed clients by telephone or in-person to gather financial information.
  • Assessed client financial situation by gathering information regarding investments, asset allocation, savings and tax planning.
  • Developed and analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
  • Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Performed spending analysis and partnerships to refine policies and develop recommendations for improvement.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.

Guest House Accountant

Central Guest House Limited (CGH
Nairobi
02.2017 - 12.2018
  • Reviewed invoices, payment requests, advance requests, expense reimbursements and proper coding, prior to approval.
  • Reviewed client concerns and recommended appropriate changes to supervisors.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Country Operations Accountant

Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Nairobi
06.2012 - 12.2016
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
  • Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Managed day-to-day operations within four accountants in finance department for the organization.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.

Field Accountant

Pathfinder International
Lodwar Office
01.2011 - 05.2012
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth and assets.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Supported monthly reporting analysis to achieve validation of internal reports and to reconcile production operations and general ledger.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
  • Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents and closed books.

Finance and Admin Assistant

Pathfinder International
Nyeri Regional Office
02.2009 - 12.2010
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Maximized clerical staff productivity by reorganizing training program and effectively supervising office assistant and drivers.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements and statements.
  • Reviewed figures, postings and documents for correct entry, completeness and accuracy.
  • Organized data into multiple spreadsheets to streamline data.
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
  • Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
  • Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
  • Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.

Education

Certified Public Accoutant Advanced

Kenya College of Accountancy (KCA) University
Nairobi
03.2021 - 08.2022

Diploma in Project Research And Management

Kenya Institute of Management
Nyeri
01.2010 - 04.2011

High School Diploma -

Lumukanda High School
Eldoret
01.1984 - 12.1987

Business And Dta Analytics

Redhill Colloge of Management
Nairobi
09.2022 - Current

Skills

Self-Motivated

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Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Promoted to Accountant position and assisted with training and supervision of accounts assistants.
  • Handled and resolved the largest Number of reporting discrepancies in less than a week.
  • Achieved financial reporting deadlines by introducing ACCPAK accounting software to facilitate end month closure tasks.
  • Completed tasks within the time frame specified without errors and meet or exceed performance standards rating at least four out of a possible five percent participation rate throughout the year.
  • Supported my Supervisor in developing work plans and priorities and discuss checks and balances.
  • Ability to plan and manage financial and operations workflow in the finance department by coordinating day-to-day activities and flag hot issues that need immediate attention from my supervisor.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Business And Dta Analytics

Redhill Colloge of Management
09.2022 - Current

Certified Public Accoutant Advanced

Kenya College of Accountancy (KCA) University
03.2021 - 08.2022

Accounting Partner

Global Associates
06.2019 - 02.2021

Guest House Accountant

Central Guest House Limited (CGH
02.2017 - 12.2018

Country Operations Accountant

Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
06.2012 - 12.2016

Field Accountant

Pathfinder International
01.2011 - 05.2012

Diploma in Project Research And Management

Kenya Institute of Management
01.2010 - 04.2011

Finance and Admin Assistant

Pathfinder International
02.2009 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

Lumukanda High School
01.1984 - 12.1987
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