John Kimani

I am a dedicated and results-driven accounting professional with over six years of progressive experience in financial management, tax compliance, payroll administration, and financial reporting. As a CPA finalist and a Bachelor of Economics graduate from Kenyatta University, I have developed a strong foundation in accounting principles, IFRS standards, and strategic financial analysis. My career objective is to leverage my technical expertise, analytical skills, and leadership capabilities to drive financial efficiency and contribute to sustainable business growth.

Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to manage full-cycle accounting functions across diverse sectors, including corporate organizations, retail fuel operations, educational institutions, and SACCO environments. Currently serving as an Accountant at Raphroc Solutions, I oversee payroll processing, statutory compliance, bank reconciliations, and IFRS-based financial reporting. I successfully implemented improved payroll procedures that reduced processing time by 20% and automated payment reporting using Excel VBA, significantly enhancing accuracy and operational efficiency.

Previously, at Lexo Energy in Nairobi, I managed daily financial operations, including cash reconciliations, inventory control, supplier payments, and fuel delivery reconciliations. Through tighter stock control measures and improved reconciliation processes, I reduced inventory losses by over 30% and improved cash accuracy by 20%. My role as a Bursar at Brightstar Secondary School further strengthened my expertise in financial statement preparation, ERP systems, and tax compliance. I played a key role in transitioning from QuickBooks to Microsoft Navision ERP, improving reporting efficiency and ensuring timely statutory submissions.

Earlier in my career, as an Accounts Assistant at St. Dominic Self-Help Group, I gained valuable experience in SACCO financial management, loan monitoring, and member account administration. I contributed to reducing loan default rates by 10% and streamlined monthly financial reporting processes.

I am proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Navision ERP, MYOB, QuickBooks, and Excel VBA, with working knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite, Xero, and Netsuite. Beyond technical skills, I uphold high ethical standards, maintain strict confidentiality, and possess strong communication skills that enable me to explain complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders effectively.

I am passionate about continuous improvement, process automation, and delivering accurate financial insights that support informed decision-making and organizational success.