BRIAN OMARI
Mississauga,Ontario
Summary
I am a detail-oriented accountant with ten years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. I have worked closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures. I have proficient knowledge in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. I leverage field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. In all jobs I have done I have been instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines. I am an organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am ready to learn and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant & Human Resource
Kerosia Group of Companies
07.2018 - 11.2022
- Preparation of Master Payrolls, Filing of returns to KRA – PAYE & VAT Filing NSSF & NHIF, Record keeping and Bank reconciliation, Updating books of accounts: Journal, cashbooks, petty cash books & ledgers, Preparation of sales invoice & operating the Etr machines Preparation of reports, Ensuring rules and regulations are adhered to by the employees, Solving employee issues i.e
- Recruitment appointment, termination, pay adjustments and employee training and development
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
Centre Manager- Accountant
Property House Ltd/ Oval Management Ltd
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Day to day management and supervision of the Centre
- (Property management), Chairing crucial meetings for decision making- Security meetings, Cleaners meetings and tenant meetings, Property management procurement procedures, Financial and tax audits and help in the review and approval of all reconciliation and audit work papers, Review the posting, payment, revenue and guest balance reports on a daily basis thus ensure accounting database is maintained efficiently, Preparation of Master Payrolls, Statutory payments –NSSF, NHIF and PAYE
- Payment for VAT by the stipulated dates, Perform follow-up billing and credit collection documentation and inform directors of any potential uncollected accounts, Payment of supplier bills and ensuring efficient filing system for audit purposes
Accountant
Cloud Hotel & Suites
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Financial and tax audits and help in the review and approval of all reconciliation and audit work papers, Review the posting, payment, revenue and guest balance reports on a daily basis thus ensure accounting database is maintained efficiently, Preparation of Master Payrolls, Statutory payments, Record keeping and Bank reconciliation and banking, Systems administration, budget preparations, inventories, monthly closings and full P& L responsibility, Accounts payable and accounts receivable, Supervise sales invoices from the procurement department to ensure transparency
Accounts & Finance Intern
Newspaper Transporters Ltd (NTL)
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Preparation of Master Payrolls, Filing of returns to KRA – PAYE & VAT Filing NSSF & NHIF, Record keeping and Bank Reconciliation Preparation of sales invoice, Preparation of reports, Managing accounts receivables and accounts payables- clearing cheque - Interacting with quick books and SAP
Education
CPA Part 3 Section 5 -
Vision Institute of Professionals (VIP) KASNEB
11.2023
Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Finance Major -
The university of Nairobi
12.2018
Certificate of Microsoft Application Packages Proficiency -
Elgon View College
12.2013
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) - Mean Grade A -
Kisii High School
11.2013
Driving License -
Imperial Driving School
02.2013
Skills
- Tax accounting specialization
- Intuit QuickBooks specialist
- Account reconciliation processes
- SAP expertise
- Account reconciliation specialist
- Financial Management
- Budget Analysis
- Statutory Reporting
- Administrative support
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Finance Major
- Certificate of Microsoft Application Packages Proficiency
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) Mean Grade A
- Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (K.C.P.E)
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Being a Centre manager has been a great experience in leadership and been crucial in shaping my career.
- Gaining skills every day, honesty, Integrity, positivity has enabled me rise to be a senior accountant within a short span .Working with a team has enabled me build up myself for leadership role.
References
- Pius Ontita, Kerosia Group of Companies, P.O Box 379-00100, Nairobi, +254 722 894 318, piusontita65@gmail.com
- Bernard Ondieki, Director, Kerosia Group of Companies, P.O Box 379-00100, Nairobi, +254 722 617 760, ondiekibernard@yahoo.com
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Centre Manager- Accountant
Property House Ltd/ Oval Management Ltd
07.2020 - 01.2022
Accountant
Cloud Hotel & Suites
12.2018 - 06.2020
Accountant & Human Resource
Kerosia Group of Companies
07.2018 - 11.2022
Accounts & Finance Intern
Newspaper Transporters Ltd (NTL)
02.2017 - 09.2017
CPA Part 3 Section 5 -
Vision Institute of Professionals (VIP) KASNEB
Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Finance Major -
The university of Nairobi
Certificate of Microsoft Application Packages Proficiency -
Elgon View College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) - Mean Grade A -
Kisii High School
Driving License -
Imperial Driving School
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