Accounts Assistant with Strong Financial Support Skills

JOHN MACHARIA NDICHU

n +254-***-***-*** n ****************@*****.*** n Nairobi, Kenya

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

A results-driven and detail-oriented Accounting and Finance Professional with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) and hands-on experience in financial reporting, cost control, budgeting, inventory valuation, and ERP systems integration. Skilled in leveraging accounting software such as Syspro, Odoo, and Pentasoft Cloud to streamline financial operations and enhance data accuracy. Demonstrates strong analytical, leadership, and communication abilities developed through progressive roles in accounting, consultancy, and leadership positions. Currently advancing professional qualifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), committed to delivering efficiency, accuracy, and value in every assignment. CORE SKILLS

Financial & Management Accounting

Cost Analysis & Control

Budgeting & Forecasting

Bank & Account Reconciliation

Inventory Valuation & Stock Control

Credit Control & Debtor Management

ERP Systems (Syspro, Odoo, Pentasoft Cloud)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Google Docs)

Leadership & Team Coordination

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

Communication & Public Speaking

Python Programming (Beginner)

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) - The Technical University of Kenya (2021 - 2024) Second Class Honours (Upper Division)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Section 3 - KASNEB (2024 - Present) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - Gathanji Secondary School (2016 - 2019) B Plain

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - Ak Magugu Primary School (2006 - 2015) C+ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Accounts Assistant Footplus Limited May 2025 - Present

- Prepare invoices and manage credit control for branches and plant operations.

- Conduct cost analysis of raw materials, labor, and overheads.

- Perform bank reconciliations and generate financial reports.

- Maintain accurate inventory valuation and monitor reorder levels.

- Handle petty cash, ensure documentation compliance, and assist in internal audits.

- Support ERP integration and ensure financial data synchronization.

- Conduct ROI and break-even analyses to support managerial decisions.

- Assist in annual budget preparation and product pricing strategies. Junior Accountant Ecstacy Limited Packaging Solutions Feb - May 2025

- Managed debtor collections, supplier goods receipts, and payroll preparation.

- Conducted creditor reconciliations and stock supervision.

- Processed invoicing and payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls. Accounts Intern Githunguri Dairy Farmers Cooperative Society (GDFC) May - July 2024

- Handled credit control and bank reconciliations.

- Prepared remittance advices and maintained daily financial reports.

- Administered cheques and invoices through Syspro Accounting Software.

- Organized digital documentation using M-Files.

International Business Consultant Mastermedia Poland (via X-Culture Global Project) Aug - Dec 2023

- Conducted competitive and market analysis for international expansion.

- Developed entry strategies and product adaptation plans.

- Coordinated a global virtual team across multiple time zones.

- Presented strategic recommendations to clients.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Chairman - Full Gospel Churches of Kenya, Ikinu L.C.As (2025 - Present) Treasurer - Full Gospel Churches of Kenya, Ikinu L.C.As (2022 - 2025) Chairman - Gathanji Youth Department (2022 - Present) Vice Secretary - FGCK Gathanji Development Committee (2023 - Present) Chairman - Mathematics Club, Gathanji Secondary School (2018 - 2019) AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS

Certificate of Merit - 1st Place, Githunguri Subcounty Mathematics Contest (2018) Top of Class - KCSE 2019, Gathanji Secondary School International Business Certificate - Successful Project Completion (Mastermedia Poland) Selected among 6,400 students from 144 Universities worldwide for X-Culture Global Collaboration.

REFEREES

Samuel Ngaruiya - Accountant, Eden Tea n ***********@*****.*** n +254-***-***-*** Monicah Kairo - Invoicing Supervisor, GDFCS n *************@*****.*** n +254-***-***-***

Mary Mathe - Principal, Gathanji Secondary School n +254-***-***-***

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