SYLVESTER VOCAN ONYANGO
Nairobi,,Kenya.
Summary
Finance and Administration professional with over 8 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, compliance, payroll, and audit support. Expertise in processing transactions, maintaining records, preparing reports, and managing petty cash. Skilled in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Wave, Zoho, Xero, and SAP. Committed to enhancing financial and administrative operations in mission-driven organizations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Accounting and Audit Consultant
Kidron Suppliers Limited
Nakuru,, Kenya
04.2026 - Current
- Conducts audits to ensure accuracy of inventory records and resolve discrepancies.
- Trains staff on inventory procedures and stock handling best practices to enhance compliance.
- Assists in preparing financial reports with accounting software to support informed decision-making.
- Trains staff on inventory procedures and best practices for stock handling.
- Analyzes procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.
- Supports procurement processes in line with organizational policies.
- Reviews timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
Accounting and Audit
Ricjoh Accounting Consultancy
Nairobi
01.2021 - 03.2026
- Processed and posted financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
- Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules and responding to audit queries.
- Supported preparation of financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules, contributing to timely financial reporting.
- Process and post financial transactions while ensuring accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and organizational financial policies.
- Process statutory deductions including PAYE, SHIF/SHA, NSSF, Housing Levy and other tax obligations while ensuring timely compliance.
- Maintain fixed asset records and support year-end asset verification.
- Assist in budgeting, cost monitoring and financial analysis.
- Utilized QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting systems, enhancing financial reporting processes.
- Utilize QuickBooks, Excel and other accounting systems to improve financial reporting efficiency.
Accountant
Pamoja Life
Nairobi
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Processed supplier payments, ensuring timely transactions and accurate supporting documentation.
- Maintained and reconciled petty cash records to ensure accurate cash balances.
- Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
- Updated accounting records and prepared monthly financial reports to facilitate informed financial decision-making.
- Maintained petty cash records and reconciled cash balances.
- Maintained, updated, and reconciled petty cash transactions.
- Assisted with payroll preparation and statutory remittances.
Junior Accountant
Urban Entrepreneurs Sacco Limited
Nairobi
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Processed daily invoices and payments to keep accounting records current.
- Collaborated with vendors and clients to resolve billing discrepancies, ensuring timely payment processing.
- Monitored and tracked business expenses by verifying receipts and allocating costs to appropriate accounts, maintaining accurate financial records.
- Gathered and organized financial data to support accurate tax filings.
- Gathered and organized relevant financial data to facilitate tax filings.
- Maintained organized finance records and filing systems.
- Coordinated with suppliers to facilitate procurement documentation and payment processing.
- Assisted in daily office tasks, including filing and scheduling.
Education
Certified Public Accountant (CPA Kenya) Section VI - Accounting and Finance
Strathmore University
Nairobi12-2026
Bachelor of Economics and Statistics - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics
Kenyatta University
Nairobi07-2016
KCSE - Secondary Education
St. Joseph's School, Rapogi
Migori09-2011
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Transaction Processing
- Statutory Compliance (PAYE, NSSF, SHIF/SHA, Housing Levy)
- Tax compliance
- Bank & Petty Cash Reconciliations
- Asset Register Management
- Payroll Support
- Cost Management
- Financial Analysis
- QuickBooks
- Client Consultation
- Records & Document Management
- Minute Taking
- High level of integrity and confidentiality
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- Over 8 years of experience in accounting, finance, audit and administration.
- Documented and resolved tax disputes between clients and KRA which led to clients getting favorable repayment plans to settle past tax obligations.
- Extensive experience preparing bank reconciliations and financial reports.
- Attended DTB Compliance Knowledge Hub Training titled: 'Financial Crime Risk Assessment Mastery: Setting the Stage for Strategic Defense' and gained significant knowledge in Financial Crime Risk Assessment, Mitigation, and Management.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan statutory compliance including PAYE, NSSF, SHIF/SHA and Housing Levy.
- Experienced QuickBooks user.
- Strong audit and donor compliance exposure through consultancy assignments
- Excellent organizational and document management skills
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Languages
- English, Full Professional
- Swahili, Native or Bilingual
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Networking
- Attending sporting events
- Exploring nature
Timeline
Part-time Accounting and Audit Consultant
Kidron Suppliers Limited
04.2026 - Current
Accounting and Audit
Ricjoh Accounting Consultancy
01.2021 - 03.2026
Accountant
Pamoja Life
08.2018 - 09.2020
Junior Accountant
Urban Entrepreneurs Sacco Limited
05.2017 - 07.2018
Certified Public Accountant (CPA Kenya) Section VI - Accounting and Finance
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Economics and Statistics - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics
Kenyatta University
KCSE - Secondary Education
St. Joseph's School, Rapogi