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PURITY CHEGE

University Place,WA

Summary

Financial Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable about AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder and supervisor with expertise to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and legal accounting structures.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Intern

Goodwill Olympics & Rainier Region
Tacoma, WA
12.2024 - Current
  • Schedule appointments for Taxpayers using Acuity scheduling for tax preparation.
  • Review taxpayer's documents for tax preparation, such as identification IDs, W9s, and or 1099 forms.
  • Interview the taxpayers to understand the nature of their income, residency status, and tax treaty benefits for the year of their tax returns.
  • Screen the taxpayer information provided by filling out forms 13614C and 13614-NR to assign the appropriate Tax preparer.
  • Document and report all information gathered after a Quality review using a checklist to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information required for the tax return.

Finance Manager

Transcend Media Group ltd
Nairobi
02.2018 - 12.2023

Role summary- To Provide Analytical support for all accounting & Finance activities such as month end close,payroll,recievables,payables, etc. Oversee vendor management, labor efficiency, throughput reporting & analysis.

  • Review entries and postings using software systems like ADP, Oracle AR & AP, Sage Evolution & Quick books Online.
  • Coordinate invoice postings ,general ledger reporting & conduct variance analysis.
  • Prepare month end close accruals and re class journal entries.
  • Reconcilepurchase orders as support to expense recognition.
  • Prepare weekly & monthly projects cashflow reports for variance analysis with budget project holders.
  • Audit vendor payables for accuracy and check approval standards are met prior to payment processing.
  • Execute daily customer and vendor contract requirements and identify accessosorial activity together with neccessary documentation are in place.
  • Support external Auditors with audit sample documents are assist in preparation of annual audited accounts.
  • Provide overall financial management & reporting support to board and assist with preparation of board financial papers.

Senior Financial Accountant

Transcend Media Group ltd
Nairobi
03.2015 - 02.2018

Role Overview.

Management of Accounts recievable &payables functions include ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices of invoices, payments & reciepts. Prepared financial reports and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and company policies.

  • Assist in development and monitoring the operating & capital budgets.
  • Research and analyse monthly variances, financial reports and adhoc revenue and expenditure; and provide budget oversight to project leads and staff.
  • Deliver business performance insights by using financial data analytics metrics, charts, ratios to take corrective action.
  • Conduct process improvements and participate in cross functional teams to improve processes and support strategic initiatives.
  • Reconcile credit card statements and ensure accurate allocation of expenses; process and track credit card payments to avoid late fees and maintain good credit standing.

Accountant

Transcend Media Group Ltd
Nairobi
02.2015 - 01.2018
  • Maintain accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Create journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Develop staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
  • Assist in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
  • Monitor balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
  • Manage accounts receivable and payable, reconcile bank statements, and prepare financial reports.
  • Provide guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
  • Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.
  • Liaise with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and requirements.

Project Accountant

Jhpiego
Nairobi
01.2010 - 12.2011

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Catholic University Of Eastern Africa
Nairobi
10-2009

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Strathmore University
Nairobi, Kenya

Skills

  • Advanced excel
  • GAAP Imlementation
  • Accounts reconciliation
  • Month & Year End close
  • Journal entries & Analytics
  • Microsoft Office
  • Scheduling
  • ADP, Oracle AR&AP, Sage Evolution, Quick books Online
  • Financial Accounting
  • Tax reporting & Budget formulation
  • Cashflow Management

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant (Kenya)
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma White Belt- Advanced Innovation Group Pro
  • Certificate in Excel Beginner to Advanced - Google
  • Certified Advanced Financial Modelling & Dashboards Analysis

Timeline

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Intern

Goodwill Olympics & Rainier Region
12.2024 - Current

Finance Manager

Transcend Media Group ltd
02.2018 - 12.2023

Senior Financial Accountant

Transcend Media Group ltd
03.2015 - 02.2018

Accountant

Transcend Media Group Ltd
02.2015 - 01.2018

Project Accountant

Jhpiego
01.2010 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Catholic University Of Eastern Africa

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Strathmore University
PURITY CHEGE