Philip Thiuru
Meru,Kenya
Summary
Drive improvements to accounting operations to support organizational objectives and strategic growth. Well versed in keeping accounts updated and accounting professionals on-task to handle dynamic conditions. Excellent planning, leadership and decision-making abilities.
Versatile professional adept in financial analysis, audit support, account reconciliations and collections. Proficient in preparing financial statements, monitoring controls and completing closings. Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and diligent.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
RUMETO Services Sacco Society Ltd
07.2013 - 03.2023
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Provided guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
School Board Member
Ruiri Primary School
Meru , Meru County
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Engaged with community leaders through outreach events aimed at promoting awareness of educational opportunities within the district.
- Provided guidance to school administrators on best practices for hiring new personnel or evaluating existing staff performance.
- Attended professional development sessions focused on areas such as effective governance strategies or legal requirements for public institutions.
- Attended various meetings with other board members, administrators, faculty, parents and community stakeholders to discuss issues facing the school district.
- Addressed complaints from parents or other individuals regarding specific incidents at a particular school.
- Analyzed current trends in education technology in order to determine which technologies should be implemented within the district.
Polling Clerk
Interim Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Kenya
08.2010 - 03.2013
- Tracked turnout numbers throughout the day using an online database system.
- Monitored polling locations for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Counted votes at the end of each day and reported results to local election officials.
- Ensured all election materials were properly secured before, during, and after voting hours.
- Prepared reports documenting all activities that occurred within the polling place on Election Day.
- Adhered strictly to privacy policies while handling confidential data related to voter registration.
- Collected necessary information from voters to determine correct voting location and ballot.
- Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
Education
Diploma in Business Management - Business Management
University of Nairobi Meru Extra Mural Centre
Nairobi 11.2018
Computer Accounting Packages -
Y.M.C.A Meru Branch
01.2017
Certified Public Accounting Session VI (KASNEB) - Accounting
Y.M.C.A Meru Branch
11.2016
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. -
Bishop Lawi Imathiu Secondary School
Meru 11.2008
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Ruiri Primary School
Meru 11.2004
Skills
- General ledger entry
- Internal Auditing
- Cash Flow Management
- Expense Tracking
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Forecasting
- Tax Preparation
- Credit Control
- Bank Reconciliation
- Financial statement preparation
- Statutory Reporting
- Interpersonal Skills
- Loan and Account Monitoring
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/21/88
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
Currentaddress
P.O BOX 1004-60200, MERU
References
- Moses Marete, The principal Bishop Lawi Imathiu secondary school, P.O BOX 1459-60200, Meru, 0726717702
- Francis Kiambati, The secretary RUMETO Sacco Society Ltd, P.O BOX 2273-60200, Meru, 0722887778, Muthamiafrancis2@gmail.com
- Dominic Memeu, The Bishop End time church Ruiri, 0726439395
Affiliations
- My hobbies are football, volleyball, mountain hiking, singing, community service.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Full Professional
Timeline
School Board Member
Ruiri Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2023
Accountant
RUMETO Services Sacco Society Ltd
07.2013 - 03.2023
Polling Clerk
Interim Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Kenya
08.2010 - 03.2013
Diploma in Business Management - Business Management
University of Nairobi Meru Extra Mural Centre
Computer Accounting Packages -
Y.M.C.A Meru Branch
Certified Public Accounting Session VI (KASNEB) - Accounting
Y.M.C.A Meru Branch
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. -
Bishop Lawi Imathiu Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Ruiri Primary School
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