Peninah Achieng Kindberg

Peninah Achieng-Kindberg cpfa Mobile:- | Email:- Bristol, UK LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/peninah-achieng-kindberg-1409a42a Profile A highly skilled Finance Strategist, Consultant and an experienced coach, with extensive expertise of leading operations, projects and change in busy, demanding settings. Possesses over 27 years of experience in finance and accounting, chiefly within the public and third sectors; used to working in fast-paced, results-oriented settings, and consulting a varied range of senior leaders on financial affairs. Also proficient in policy implementation, organisational and transformational change, diversity and inclusion, and strategic development. Key Skills and Qualities Financial Management, Modelling, Compliance Policy Development and Implementation Stakeholder Management and Engagement Relationship Building, Partnership Working Thought Leadership and Strategic Vision Strategic Direction and Development Training Design and Delivery Networking, Negotiation, Influencing Change Management and Execution Equality, Diversity, Inclusion Systems and Risk Management Team performance through Coaching Individual Achievements Sustainable Development Goals - recognised as an SDG Hero in 2021 for Goal 10 “Reducing Inequalities” Women of the West – recognised as the Top 100 Women of the West Award in- BME Power List – recognised as Bristol’s 100 most inspiring BME List – University of Bristol publication 2018/19 Delivered and produced the Inspirational Women Publication in 2018 for AVF – available from Amazon Supported the successful operation of the St Paul’s Carnival in Bristol (annual budget: c. £250k) Contributed to Inspirational Women: Personal Narratives in 2018 (published by African Voices Forum) Conceptualised and delivered a financial sustainability plan for an International NGO and the production of a Finance Operating Manual in the English language Oversight and delivery of the financial implemental of the Digital Target Operating Model for a 10% QS Globally ranked University. Employment History Information Commissioner’s Office (Arms-Length Body Sector) Interim Internal Financial Consultant(6 mths) 11/24 – 31/3 To review and implement financial business improvements across a range of finance/procurement functions. To enable the implementation of the finance business partnering role into the finance function. To provide guidance and support to business areas the Govt Spending Review Bids, acting as a Gateway to testing validity and assumptions. To guide the implementation of the workforce organisational development/strategy as the finance lead To focus review on income maximisation, improved solutions that are customer focused / value for money. Bath University – Top 10% QS Global Ranking (Higher Education Sector) Interim Finance Manager/Finance Business Partner Consultancy – 15 mths 06/23 – 11/24 Reviewed and implemented an effective fiscal management governance across the Digital & Technology Service, streamlining processes with clear responsibilities and accountabilities. Successfully implemented the financial programme of the Target Operating Model as part of the Evolution programme, ensuring that finance was at the heart of decision making, providing valid and effective advice, problem solving and innovative ideas where appropriate. Delivered the Business as Usual and Change financial management delivering the desired outcomes for the finance function. Assimilated the Finance Management role into Business partnering in the finance function. Managed the transition of the role into Strategic Projects management. Grant Thornton Agile Talent Community (Private Sector – 3 mths) Value for Money Independent Consultant04/2023 – 06/23 Undertake performance audits focusing on VFM for a number of government agencies and NHS / ICB - designed to determine whether government agencies are meeting economic, efficiency and effectiveness criteria (the "three Es") in carrying out their core missions and initiatives using public resources – this includes the following key areas@= A review of resources planning and management to ensure services delivery/continuity. A review of strong governance that informs decision making and risk management A review how of cost and performance information to improve the management and delivery of services. Independent Consultant – Cross Sector01/2023 – 03/2023 Ministry of Justice (Central Government – 8 Years) 12/2021 – 12/2022 Senior Finance Business Partner Employed long-term by a major government department, at the heart of the UK Justice system Seconded to a new role, driving the development of financial assurance strategy on the management of vital functions of the Probation Service Oversaw an exciting portfolio of work, encompassing major government projects and business critical operations Led a team of eleven Business Partners, to deliver outstanding service and outcomes Provided expert advice to senior leadership, maintained strong partnerships accordingly Facilitated discussions on inclusivity across the Civil Service, and the MoJ in particular Facilitated the submission of Spending Reviews to the Treasury for Government Funding Led on Business Case financial modelling using a range of financial tools across a range of interventions. Ministry of Justice06/2019 – 11/2021 Senior Policy Advisor/ME Staff Development Lead Provided strategic support to the Deputy Director of the South of England, and the Executive Director of Youth Custody Service, to implement the recommendations of the Lammy Review Led on the development of a new workforce strategy pertaining to diversity and inclusion, including cross-stakeholder groups, influencing cultural change as a result Delivered a new framework for ED&I training, to be implemented across HMPPS (Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service) Ensured a significant increase in BAME recruitment (30%) along with a 33% increase in representation at senior leadership level Ministry of Justice03/2015 – 05/2019 Finance Business Partner Provided support to the Strategic Finance Lead for the Prison Estate Transformation Programme, within HMPPS Valued for the provision of specialist financial advice across the organisation Achieved notable results, such as 3% savings across two Prison Sites in the South West, and the possible reinvestment of £100k thanks to own contract reviews modelling Delivered insightful annual workshops on sharing best practice, and supported greater scope for inclusive leadership within the Corporate Finance MoJ Service. University Hospitals Trust NHS Bristol - (Health Sector)10/2008 – 03/2015 Senior Management Accountant (9 Years) Accountable for the provision of high quality and proactive management accounting services to the Director of Trust Services (total budget: £52m) Delivered 15% savings against Facilities and Estates staffing budgets Embedded key financial risk management principles with key stakeholders across the trust Established and delivered a successful Reverse Mentoring programme to support leaders’ own development framework. Bristol City Council/Gloucester City / Gloucestershire County Council (Local Government Sector)4/97- 9/2008 Project Accountant/Finance Monitoring Officer (11 Years) Employee of the Year Award – for effective scrutiny of government grants leading to Bristol City Council being recognised as the best Accountable Body in 2005 (New Deal for Communities Grants) Corporate Assessed and provided guidance to 50 grant receiving organisations as part of the Service Level Agreements/ Service Contracts in line with Managing Public Monies rules contributing to the achievement of the Bristol City Council’s - Best Accountable Body for New Deal for Communities Grant Administration Delivered 10% efficiency savings against Energy and Rent management schemes for BCC as a Project Accountant. (Housing) Board Experience Police Scrutiny Board – Addressing Disproportionality – Panel Chair 2024 Health Equity Forum – Community Advisor 2024 Avon & Somerset Use of Police Powers – Panel Advisor from December 2021 Bristol Link with Beira – Chair African Voices Forum – Board Advisor / Internal Audit (Standards) Perivoli Africa Research Center (PARC) – External Board Advisor Health Watch Bristol – Board Trustee / Finance Subgroup Lead Princes Trust – Progression Mentor Education and Training Professional DevelopmentVarious Dates CCAB - (Chartered Institute of Public Finance Accountants – 2013) ILM Level 5 – Coaching and Mentoring - 2022 University of Gloucestershire2002 – 2005 BA (Hons) Business Management, Finance and Accounting Management Also possesses a general standard of secondary and tertiary education. Additional Information Hobbies and Interests: in my spare time, I take a full part in activism in my local community, represented by my board memberships and individual achievements outlined above. I also enjoy keeping fit and performing arts. IT Skills: Proficient with various financial accounting software, Power BI, Business Objects & Office 365 Packages etc Driving Licence: Full Driving Licence References Excellent references are available on request.