ABRAHAM LINCOLN ONYANGO

Address: P.O Box ***** – 00200. Nairobi, KENYA Tel: +254 072*-******/079*-****** Email: adu402@r.postjobfree.com

Analytical, organized and detail-oriented accountant with ACA/RCA Audit training expertise and experience in the full spectrum of public accounting. Collaborative team player with ownership mentality and a track record of delivering the highest quality strategic solutions to resolve challenges, propel business growth.

EXPERIENCE

JUNE 2012 – MARCH 2022

GENERAL MANAGER

SIMA SACCO LTD, NAKURU

Liaised with the Management Committee & Board of Directors, to set strategic objectives and strategic planning for the Institution; ensuring that objectives and revenue targets are achieved as scheduled.

Managed quality control throughout the business in order to maximize value, identified new business opportunities, due diligence and risk management.

Coordinated senior managers to effectively implement the SACCO’s strategic plan.

Provided direct management & supervision to 4 staff members, guaranteeing 100% adherence to the business policies and procedures.

Oversaw compliance with policies set by Management Committee, government regulations, contracts, and International Financial Reporting Standards.

Developed and implemented financial/budgetary systems including, budgeting, accounting policies and procedure and control operational expenses.

Prepared monthly management reports for purposes of performance appraisal.

Custodian of the business’ property in terms of negotiating to acquire, sale, rent and lease on behalf of the business, certifying maximum value for money.

Performed any other role(s) as may be determined by the Board of Directors. NOV 2011 – MAY 2012

ACCOUNTANT

SIMA SACCO LTD, NAKURU

Prepared & verified monthly statements and kept accurate records for all 2100 members.

Responsible for formulating and analyzing on a regular basis the SACCO’s plans, budgetary estimates and provided explanations on variances for remedial actions.

Streamlined member’s loan processing and quality control yielding 20% profits.

Compiled routine numerical information for report purposes by hand and by running routine recurring reports on internal computer records.

Ensured that all statutory deductions (NSSF, NHIF, P.A.Y.E.) were correctly calculated and all amounts due and the necessary returns were submitted & filed by the due date. 2

Responsible for all accounting processes for the main account, including book keeping, and proper filling both manually and computerized.

Ensured all pay bills receipts and standing orders were posted in the System every month.

Produced relevant reports in respect to member accounts details when needed/requested. JULY 2008 – 2010 NOV

ACCOUNTANT

RAYDOLL TOURS & TRAVEL LTD,NAIROBI

Provided full range of services, including income tax preparation, audit support, preparation of financial statements, pro forma budgeting, general ledger accounting and bank reconciliation.

Ensured all financial transactions were properly recorded and entered into the accounting systems.

Prepared monthly budget vs actual analysis and updated management on the same.

Handled regular cash book reconciliations, sales ledger and creditors ledger accounts reconciliation and payroll administration.

Liaised with the operations department on payments to suppliers and kept an accurate record of payments made and received made, and ensured that each client file was up to date.

Assisted with bill payments, records organization and preparation, and other office duties to support financial and accounting operations.

Responsible for management of petty cash including travel receipts and Mpesa payments, food and travel expenses.

Maintained post safari accounts records including travel and expense reports. JAN 2004 – JUNE 2008

ASSISTANT AUDITOR

OTIENO OBOGE & CO, NAIROBI

Carried out regular audit of the organization; including accessing risk and taking the necessary risk management steps to forestall fraud.

Guaranteed control management regarding financial reliability and compliance by making sure that directions and regulations were strictly adhered to.

Developed standard methodologies to compile and prepare statistical statements and financial reports.

Maintained and improved on existing open communication with the management and the audit committee.

Ensured that all audit recommendations were implemented and errors resolved properly.

Regularly updated clients’ accounts so as to function properly.

Studied and inspected budgets, balance sheets and other related financial records and statements, sustaining compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards.

Participated in meetings with different departments in order to update audit findings and improve on the audit process.

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EDUCATION

JULY 2007

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT (SECTION 4)

KASNEB

Relevant Coursework: KATC I & II, CPA Part I & II DEC 1998

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDCATION (KCSE)

AWASI HIGH SCHOOL

Grade: C-

SKILLS

Compliance

Cashflow planning and management

Computer skills (Microsoft office)

QuickBooks Certified

Exceptional oral and written

communication

Fluent in English & Swahili

REFERENCES

Mr. Kelvin Chogo

Secretary, Sima Sacco Ltd.

Tel: +254-***-***-***

Email: adu402@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. Rashmi Amin

Controller, USAID Kenya

Tel: +254-***-***-***

Mr. Joel O Oboge

Managing Partner, Otieno Oboge & Co.

Tel: +254-***-***-***

Email: adu402@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. William Kurere

Chief of Staff, Ministry of Agriculture, Baringo County Tel: +254-***-***-***

Email: adu402@r.postjobfree.com

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