Cpa Daniel Muiruri

DanielMuiruri Finance and Admin Manager * Nairobi, Kenya, NY (-- Skills & Strengths Donor Compliance & Grants Management • Skilled in managing donor-funded projects, ensuring compliance with donor regulations 2005 Attained: CPA qualification, gaining a deep understanding of financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial management. Bachelor of Commerce | Finance Option  University of Nairobi Diploma in Sales And Marketing | ⌀  University of Nairobi PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS Preparation of Financial Statements and Application of end year procedures training |  Deloitte & the National Treasury. Gained: Advanced skills in the preparation of financial statements and year-end closing procedures, enhancing my ability to manage financial reporting in a timely and accurate manner. Audit Quality Assurance |  ICPAK Attained: Comprehensive understanding of audit processes and quality assurance standards, which significantly improved my oversight of internal audits and financial controls. Financial Risk Analysis Staff Development 2017 Improving Efficiency in Public Finance Management and Reporting |  National Treasury & Deloitte Attained: Expertise in optimizing public finance management, improving reporting practices, and ensuring effective utilization of resources in public sector. Leadership Financial Systems Professional Membership Certified Public Accounting | CPA) 1-3  Vision Institute of Professionals Attained: Strong business communication and marketing strategies, allowing me to effectively manage financial performance in customer-centric organizations.) Cash Flow & Treasury Management • Strong ability to manage cash flow and optimize working 2018 capital Critical Thinking B Attained: Comprehensive knowledge in finance, accounting, economics, and business law, equipping me with skills to manage financial operations and decision-making effectively. Internal Controls & Auditing 2018 • Experienced in implementing and enforcing internal controls Strategic Financial Planning H EDUCATION Financial Management & Reporting 2011 • Expertise in preparing accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow 2009 statements. Budgeting & Forecasting • Proficient in creating, managing, and monitoring budgets.  2017 Improving Efficiency in Public Finance Management and Reporting |  National Treasury & Deloitte Attained: Expertise in optimizing public finance management, improving reporting practices, and ensuring effective utilization of resources in public sector. Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK 2016 Seminar on Taxation of the Water Sector| ⌀  Ernst & Young Attained: Knowledge in taxation issues within the water sector, enabling me to address sectorspecific tax challenges and improve financial compliance for water-related organizations. EXPERIENCE Feb 2024 - Date Finance Manager | Githunguri Water & Sanitation Co. Ltd   Kenya • Develop and improve financial and accounting policies, ensuring adherence adh across the organization to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. • Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards, maintaining stri strict adherence to procedures, regulations, and organizational controls. • Coordinate audits, prepare and manage budgets, and implement financial contro trols according to approved levels. • Manage cash flow, including liaising with banks, reconciling accounts,processi ing payroll, accounts payable, and receivables • Prepare and present financial statements (Statement of Comprehensive Income, Financial Position, Cashflow Statement, and Statement of Changes in in Equity) in line with regulatory requirements. Feb 2020 - Feb 2024 Finance Manager | Kikuyu Water Co. Ltd   Kenya • Oversaw all finance functions, including statutory returns, bank reconciliations l cash management, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable. • Developed and enforced financial policies and internal controls in compliance with IFRS. • Coordinated the preparation and forecasting of annual budgets for recurrent re and development expenditures. Sept 2014 – Feb 2020 Finance Manager | Githunguri Water & Sanitation Co. Ltd   Kenya • Led the preparation and analysis of monthly financial reports to support business performance assessments and decision-making. • Monitored cash flow, ensuring efficient working capital management and me timely payments. • Guided cross-functional teams in budgeting and cost control, enhancing fi financial discipline across departments. Jan 2013 - Dec 2013 Finance and Administration Manager | AMURT   South Sudan • Managed program budgets and cash flows for a project funded by the UN C Common Humanitarian Fund, ensuring accurate financial reporting. • Supervised the finance team, providing training and capacity-building to enhan hance performance. • Prepared and reviewed donor reports, including fund utilization and variance ex explanations. Nov 2012 - Dec 2012 Finance Assistant | Save the Children  Finland Apr 2012 - July 2012 Accounts Assistant | Lochab Transport Ltd  Kenya Aug 2012 - Oct 2012 Finance Intern | Save the Children  Finland Nov 2011 - March 2012 Accounts Clerk | D. Manji Construction Company  Kenya