Peter Munyua

Peter Munyua

$16/hr
Accounting, Bank Reconciliation, Bookkeeping & Finance Expert
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Kiambu, Kiambu County, Kenya
Experience:
10 years
PETER KIARIE MUNYUA P.O. Box-, Nairobi, Kenya Cell: (- | Email:-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pkmunyua/ Languages: English, Swahili. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced accountant with over 10 years of expertise in financial strategy, accounting, and operations. Proficient in IFRS, GAAP, and local regulatory compliance. Skilled in accounting, financial reporting, auditing, internal controls, bookkeeping, data entry, and analysis. Seeking a remote accounting role to leverage my skills in a global environment. KEY SKILLS      Financial Strategist: Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Drives datadriven decision-making and optimizes financial performance. Accounting Expert and Team Leader: Skilled in GAAP, IFRS, QuickBooks, Excel, and Sage Pastel. Ensures accurate and timely financial reporting. Develops and mentors highperforming accounting teams. Tax Compliance Specialist: Deep understanding of corporate tax, VAT, and PAYE. Minimizes tax liabilities and maintains regulatory compliance. Risk Mitigation Champion: Identifies and mitigates financial risks proactively, safeguarding organizational assets. Technology Savvy: Leverages financial software to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Accounting, Bank Reconciliation, Bookkeeping & Finance Expert. | Freelancer, Remote | July 2024 – Present.         Financial Record Management: Maintains accurate financial records for reporting. Bank Reconciliation: Ensures accurate cash balances by reconciling bank statements. Bookkeeping: Manages daily bookkeeping tasks and general ledger updates. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Tracks payments, manages invoices, and vendor relationships. Tax Compliance: Prepares tax returns and ensures legal tax compliance. Financial Reporting: Prepares financial reports and provides insights for decision-making. Budgeting & Cash Flow Management: Monitors budgets and cash flow to optimize liquidity. Financial Consulting: Offers advice on cost-saving and financial planning.   Accounting Software Management: Uses accounting tools to automate and manage financial data. Client Communication: Regularly updates clients on financial status and provides timely reports. Chief Accountant | Superiorfone Communications Ltd | Sep 2016 – Jul 2024.         Financial Reporting: Prepares and analyzes financial statements, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. Bank Reconciliation: Regularly reconciles bank statements with internal records to resolve discrepancies and ensure cash accuracy. General Ledger Management: Maintains the general ledger by posting journal entries and ensuring proper fund allocation. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manages payment processes, invoices, and vendor relations to ensure timely transactions. Tax Compliance: Prepares tax returns, maintains tax records, ensures legal compliance, and supports tax audits. Budgeting & Forecasting: Develops and monitors budgets, forecasts financial performance, and adjusts expenses accordingly. Cash Flow Management: Oversees cash flow to ensure liquidity and meet financial obligations. ERP Systems Management: Implements and manages financial systems for accurate data. Finance Manager (Remote) | Vuka Solutions Ltd | Aug 2015 – Aug 2016.     Maintained accurate financial records and performed account reconciliations. Prepared Cash flows, financial reports and assisted in budgeting and forecasting. Ensured tax compliance and coordinated audits including reporting and filing. Adhered to regulatory compliance and conducted financial analysis. Accountant (On-site) | CESP Africa | Aug 2013 – Jul 2015.     Handling of all taxes payable being payroll statutory, Income Tax Company and VAT. Managed assets, payroll, statutory payments, management accounts, budgets, and forecasts. Oversaw accounts payables and receivables, facilitated audits and financial reporting. Sourced and oversaw procurement and installation of an accounting and warehousing ERP. Accounts Assistant (On-site) | KAPI Ltd | July 2011 – July 2013.    Administered payroll and creditors / suppliers accounts payables and general ledgers. Ensured that the right taxes are computed, both Income Tax Company and VAT and filed. Conducted stock taking and cost control measures to ensure that minimum loses occurred. EDUCATION  Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) Kabarak University, School of Business - April 2010 – March 2013  Certified Public Accountant (CPA IV) Kenya Accountants & Secretaries National Examination Board - June 2011  Human Resources Practical Skills Certificate Corporate Staffing Services / NITA - August 2019 REFERENCES: Available upon request
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