Evans Akello

EVANS AKELLO OTIENO P. O. Box- Tel:- E mail:-PROFILE SUMMARY I am a highly skilled and motivated Certified Public Accountant with over four years of hands-on experience in diverse accounting functions. My skills encompass a range of areas including account reconciliations, taxation, lease accounting, funds accounting, payables management, compliance reporting, and the implementation of robust internal controls and procedures. My academic background includes a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in finance and Accounting, providing a strong foundation for my knowledge and capabilities. I am proficient in using various software and applications, including Microsoft and Google suites. Additionally, I am well-versed in utilizing specialized accounting systems such as Xero, Zoho, Temenos Transact, QuickBooks, ERP, Sunsystem, Orion Systems, and WakiliCMS. EDUCATION  Bachelor of Commerce- Finance, Strathmore University,2023  CPAK, Strathmore University, 2015 (Membership No. 30509)  KCSE, Raliew Sec. School, 2013 KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES  Financial Reporting: Proficient in the preparation of accurate and comprehensive financial reports.  Payables Management: Extensive experience in managing payables using accounting software while adhering to internal control guidelines.  Tax and Statutory Payments: Well-versed in filing VAT, Income tax, withholding tax, and other taxes using the I-tax system. Expertise in preparing statutory payments, including PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, NITA, HL, and HELB deductions.  IFRS and IAS Knowledge: Strong understanding and knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Accounting Standards (IAS).  Data Analysis, Planning, and Organizing: Skilled in data analysis, as well as effective planning and organizing abilities to streamline financial processes and enhance decision-making. WORK HISTORY Senior Finance Associate; Ilara Health Limited, April 2023 to Present; Duties and Responsibilities:     Inspecting, verifying, and reconciling accounts receivables and payables records. Conducting bank reconciliations and manage Fixed Assets Register and inventory movements. Post revenue journals, perform revenue reconciliation, and compile financial reports e.g Flux Analysis. Assist in audit-related duties and support month-end closing procedures by passing necessary entries. 1       Manage vendor relationships and perform various reconciliations (e.g., accounts payables, daily bank transactions). Prepare accruals for unpaid invoices and manage office petty cash. Monitor operational costs and provide recommendations for cost management. Manage the General Ledger and ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. Organize and file payment vouchers and financial documents efficiently. Prepare and process bank payments, reconciling banking activities, and prepare assigned balance sheet schedules. Part Time Finance Officer and Administrator; Rise to Shine Education Foundation, January 2020 to Present; Duties and Responsibilities:                 Budget Preparation: Creating financial plans for projects. Cost Monitoring: Keeping track of operational expenses and advise on cost management. Donor Reporting: Preparing financial reports for donors. General Ledger Management: Overseeing general ledger and account reconciliations. Bank Confirmation and Reconciliation: Maintaining a register for timely bank confirmations. Transaction Recording and Document Organization: Ensuring Accurate, timely financial transactions. Document Organization: Organizing and filing financial documents systematically. Budget Support: Assist budget holders with tracking expenses. Invoice Compliance: Verifying completeness of invoices and documentations. Supplier Reconciliation: Match system balances with supplier statements. Vendor Management: Address supplier payment inquiries and concerns. Float Management: Handle electronic transaction float and reconciliation. Consolidating Procurement Plans by creating procurement plans for buying equipment, services, and supplies for projects and oversee the procurement process. Organize Procurement Tracking: Establish a tracking system to keep the program and management team informed about the status of ongoing procurements. Conducting market surveys thus informing procurement planning and budgeting decisions. Creating standard bidding documents that outline the terms and conditions of tender processes. Assistant Accountant; SMEP Microfinance Bank, July 2018 to March 2023; Duties and Responsibilities:    Accurate and timely posting of data into the accounting system i.e. receipts, payments. Processing payments, ensuring accuracy and that all supporting documents are attached and appropriately approved. Conducting compliance checks on invoices to validate service or goods delivery documentation. Timely payment of vendor invoices in accordance with credit policy. Accurately register and process invoices for payment ensuring that all invoices are duly approved.       Reconcile system balances with supplier statements, resolving discrepancies. Perform bank reconciliations to align bank statements with the cash book. Manage vendor relations and address payment queries or invoice concerns. Handle float management and reconciliation for electronic transactions. Ensure timely and accurate completion of end-month processes. Account creation and daily reconciliation for Mbanking, ATM and CashKash (loan app)  Preparation and submission of statutory returns such as VAT, withholding tax, rental tax and Excise Duty     Maintaining and updating the Fixed asset register and Insurance Premiums and Claims Payments. Managing lease accounting and oversee cheque clearance. Preparation and Submission of Financial Reports for the SMEP Bancassurance Subsidiary. Bank Tellering and Petty Cash Float Management   2 Fund Accounting Intern Zamara Actuaries (formerly Alexander Forbes), April to June 2018 Duties and Responsibilities:  Activity capturing and recording (asset, liability, and capital account entries) and generating asset movement schedules.  Prepare fund reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends Accounting Intern: Alphacap Consultancy Ltd May to July 2017; Duties and Responsibilities:      Preparation and filling of statutory returns (NSSF & NHIF) Calculate taxes such as VAT, PAYE, Income, Withholding and Installment tax. Preparing monthly client payroll reports including pay slips. Reconciliation of bank, supplier, customer, VAT and other balances Filling and banking. INTERESTS Handball, Travelling, Swimming, Networking. REFEREES Dancun Owino Senior Finance Associate, Ilara Health Limited, P.O. Box 24a St Michael Rd, Nairobi, Tel:-, Email:-Emily Bakhita, Executive Director, Rise to Shine Education Foundation, P.O. Box Ahero Town, Tel:-, Email:-Martin Maiyo Chief Accountant, SMEP Microfinance Bank, P.O. Box-, Tel:-, Email:-Lawrence Amwayi Accountant, Forum for African Women Educationalist (FAWE) P.O Box-, Tel:-, Email:- Peter Kukubo, Lecturer, Strathmore University, P.O Box-, Tel:-, Email:- 3