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EDWIN KIO GITAU. Tel: 072*******.

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Finance and Accounting Professional

PROFILE & VALUE

Areas of Expertise

Key Achievements in Financial Management & Systems Optimization 1) Enhanced Operational Efficiency – Secol (Specialized Engineering E.A. Ltd.) Identified and implemented an expenditure management system that streamlined approval processes during project execution, resulting in a 10% reduction in fuel consumption, 80% reduction in non- compliance costs, and a noticeable decrease in rework and project snags.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Financial Modelling & Forecasting

Grants Accounting & Donor Compliance

Budgeting & Cost Control

ERP / Financial Systems Implementation

(QuickBooks, Sage 50, Tally)

Revenue Recognition & Tax Advisory

Audit Preparation & External Liaison

Merchant Settlement & Payment

Automation

Inventory & Unit Cost Analysis

Financial Planning & Strategic Advisory

KRA E-TIMS Integration & Statutory

Compliance

Financial Policy Development & Internal

Controls

Online Banking & Card Payment Systems

Integration

Personal Skills

Strategic & Analytical Thinking

Strong Execution Focus

Cross-Functional Leadership

High Attention to Detail

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability in Multicultural

Environments

Change Management

People Development & Mentorship

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Integrity & Accountability

Professional Profile

Strategic, results-driven, and highly adaptable

Finance and Accounting Professional (CPA-K) with

over 14 years of experience leading financial

management, reporting, systems implementation,

and operational finance across diverse industries— including fintech, manufacturing, engineering, food processing, marketing, and not-for-profit sectors. Known for transforming finance functions from

traditional cost centers into strategic value drivers that integrate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to support organizational growth and efficiency.

Demonstrated success in delivering measurable

results such as automating merchant settlement

cycles, clearing multi-year audit backlogs, leading ERP/system implementations, and increasing

reporting accuracy by over 30%. Expertise spans

budgeting, grants and financial accounting, tax

compliance, financial planning & analysis (FP&A),

forecasting/modeling, and reconciliations.

Adept at aligning finance strategy with business

goals, driving cross-departmental collaboration, and leading change in multicultural environments.

Recently led the KRA E-TIMS system integration,

implemented automated banking and card payment

systems, and enhanced compliance frameworks to

improve audit readiness and stakeholder reporting. Detail-oriented and execution-focused, with a

passion for continuous improvement, people

development, and leveraging finance to create both operational value and long-term sustainability

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2) Financial Reporting Enhancement – ME Corporation Ltd. Improved reporting accuracy and timeliness by over 30% through effective revenue recognition, forecasting, and the application of authoritative accounting policies. 3) Inventory & Cost Analysis Leadership – JF McCloy Ltd. Provided financial and operational leadership in analyzing and forecasting inventory movement and unit costs, enhancing decision-making and improving cost efficiency. 4) Strategic Revenue Forecasting – Energy Pak (K) Ltd. Contributed to gross and net revenue planning by integrating data from Tally into QuickBooks, enabling more accurate forecasting and strategic revenue management. 5) Audit & Systems Implementation – ME Corporation Ltd. Led the successful implementation of QuickBooks Pro 2015 and cleared a 3-year statutory audit backlog (2012–2014) in just 2 months, delivering complete, audit-ready financials. 6) Settlement Cycle Automation – FloCash

Spearheaded the automation of the merchant settlement cycle, reducing the processing timeline from 2 days to 4 hours, significantly boosting efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. 7) Process & Compliance Improvement – Mpala

Led the implementation and system integration of KRA’s E-TIMS, improving real-time tax reporting and compliance.

Automated the payments process by transitioning from manual cheque payments to a fully integrated online banking payment system.

Implemented card payment systems for invoice and service fee collections, enhancing customer convenience and revenue tracking

WORK EXPERIENCE

02.2024 - Date Mpala Research Centre - NGO

Grants (Projects) Accounting and Reporting (Contract)

Managed end-to-end grant accounting processes, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and internal financial policies.

Developed and monitored project budgets in collaboration with program teams, providing timely variance analysis and financial forecasts.

Prepared accurate and timely financial reports for donors, partners, and internal stakeholders, maintaining a 100% on-time reporting track record.

Tracked expenditures and fund utilization, ensuring alignment with grant terms, donor restrictions, and approved work plans.

Strengthened internal controls over grant spending, documentation, and approvals, reducing compliance risks and enhancing accountability.

Provided financial guidance to program staff, improving their understanding of budgeting, compliance, and financial procedures.

Maintained detailed grant documentation and a structured compliance calendar, improving audit readiness and operational efficiency

08.2018 – 01.2024 FloCash Limited - Fintech

Head of Finance

Led the implementation of financial accounting systems (QuickBooks Online and Sage 50), significantly improving accuracy and timeliness in financial recording and reporting.

Supported operational and project teams with cost-benefit analysis, driving informed decision- making and increasing efficiency in operational finance.

Introduced periodic management reporting, fostering a culture of information-driven decisions and enhancing strategic planning across departments.

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Strengthening cross-functional collaboration by hiring and onboarding an Operational Finance Officer, effectively bridging finance and non-finance teams.

Developed and implemented financial strategies, policies, and procedures, streamlining workflows and improving overall departmental efficiency.

Minimized reporting time on merchant settlements by leading the automation of the merchant settlement cycle, ensuring SLA compliance.

Managed foreign exchange (forex) operations, including negotiation with banks for competitive rates to optimize currency conversions and reduce costs.

Spearheaded the automation and continuous improvement of core finance processes, increasing scalability and audit-readiness.

Provided tax planning, analysis, advisory, and compliance support, including the implementation of new tax legislation(AHL, Turnover Tax), and reporting frameworks.

Acted as a key liaison with external auditors and company secretaries, ensuring timely statutory compliance and accurate financial disclosures.

Introduced and evaluated long- and short-term financial strategies to align with organizational goals and ensure sustainable growth

05.2017 - 07.2018 Alfones Communications Ltd – Marketing Agency Project Manager-Finance/Marketing.

Revamped the collections and receivables process by setting clear customer expectations during the approval stage, resulting in a tripling of average monthly auto-debits and achieving over 90% automated collection for new customer accounts.

Identified and corrected accounting process inefficiencies, leading to improved back-office support and revitalized client relationships.

Streamlined account reconciliation processes between the business and clients, significantly increasing the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting.

Led staff training and development initiatives, boosting team skillsets, productivity, and capacity to manage workloads more effectively.

Fostered a culture of cross-functional collaboration between finance, operations, and marketing, enabling joint decision-making on promotions and initiatives that enhanced overall performance and profitability.

12.2014 - 04.2017 ME Corporation Ltd – Food processing Head of Accounts & Administration.

Established and implemented robust accounting systems, controls, and procedures, aligning financial practices with the company’s early-stage growth strategy.

Oversaw a full spectrum of accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll, and inventory accounting.

Led the budgeting, financial planning, and reporting processes, delivering accurate monthly financials, variance analysis, and strategic insights to the executive team.

Ensured compliance with tax and statutory obligations (VAT, PAYE, corporate tax), while managing relationships with tax consultants, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Directed key administrative functions, including policy development, office operations, vendor 4

management, and company record maintenance.

Supported HR functions—from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, ensuring compliance with labor laws and fostering a productive workplace culture

Spearheaded the implementation of scalable financial and administrative systems, including inventory tracking tools and digital payment integration

09.2013 - 11. 2014 J.F McCloy Ltd (Manufacturing) - Accountant. 12.2012 - 08.2013 Energy Pak (K) Ltd (Engineering) – Financial Controller. 05.2011 - 11.2012 Secol (Specialized Engineering) E.A Ltd (Manufacturing) – Ag. Head of Accounts. 02.2010 - 04.2011 United Disability Empowerment in Kenya (UDEK) NGO – Assistant Accountant.

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Year Course Institution

Jun 2009 Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) ICPAK / KASNEB Nov 2024 Data Science and Machine Learning

Fundamentals

Corporate Finance Institute

Jan 2025 Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Power BI

Exodus Experts

Feb 2021 Introduction to Business Intelligence Corporate Finance Institute Feb 2021 Introduction to Corporate Finance Corporate Finance Institute Feb 2021 Reading Financial Statements Corporate Finance Institute Jan 2021 Financial Modeling Foundations LinkedIn Learning Jan 2021 Learning Data Analytics LinkedIn Learning Jan 2021 Transformational Leadership ASEAN Online Education Oct 2019 New Mindset for Digital World – Improving Performance through Creativity and Innovation

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