Junior Finance Officer and Accounts Assistant

ZIPPORAH MWIKALI KILONZI

P.* BOX ***-*****, KITUI,KENYA

079*******/011*******

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A detailed-oriented and self-motivated accounting professional with a bachelors degree in commerce (Accounting) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) intermediate qualifications. Possess hands-on experience in financial reporting, payroll processing, tax compliance, budgeting, and procurement. Known for integrity, teamwork and strong interpersonal skills. Eager to contribute to organizational growth through efficient financial management and accountability. CORE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Financial Reporting (IFRS, IPSAS, IAS)

Budget preparation & control

Payroll &Statutory deductions (NSSF, SHIF & PAYE)

Accounts payable & receivable

Petty cash and asset management

Bank reconciliation.

Tax filling and compliance.

Quick books and MS Excel.

Strong integrity and compliance.

Effective communication and teamwork.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Accounts clerk

Kitui school for the deaf

Jan 2023 - Present

Prepare financial reports in compliance with IPSAS, IFRS, AND IAS standards

Process payrolls and handle statutory deductions including the PAYE, NSSF, and SHIF

Prepare and file tax returns, and manage daily/monthly reconciliations.

Assist in annual budget preparation and procurement process

Maintain accurate records of suppliers, payables, receivables and school assets.

Manage petty cash and participate in preparing year end financial statements. Accounts & finance intern

Nguni Financial Services Association- Kitui.

April - June 2021

Supported accounting and finance operations.

Assisted in book keeping, data entry, and basic financial analysis.

Participated in customer service and records management. EDUCATION BACKGROUND

Chuka University

Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting

First class honors -2017 – 2021

KESAP College

Accounting Packages (QuickBooks)

2018

Mulango Girls’ High School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

B+ (70 points) 2013 – 2016

Kavumbu Primary School

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE)

355 Marks 2003 – 2012

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

KASNEB – Intermediate Level (2025)

CPA Intermediate Certificate

KASNEB - Foundation Level (2024)

CPA Foundation certificate

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATES

Certificate in QuickBooks & Accounting Packages – KESAP College

Leadership Training Certificate

Charity Walk Participation Certificate

LANGUAGES

English

Kiswahili

Kamba

HOBBIES & INTERESTS

Leadership volunteering.

Reading & research

Singing & Worship.

Travelling.

REFEREES

Funana Komora Jilo

Auditor- Ministry of Education Kitui county.

P. O BOX 1557 - 90200, Kitui.

070*-***-***

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Mr. Nyamai

Teacher, Mulango Girls’ High School

P.O. Box 113 – 90200, Kitui

071*-***-***

Patrick Marete

Lecturer, Kenya Institute of Special Education

072*-***-***

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