Winfridah Kwamboka Otwabe
NRBI,NYZ
Summary
Business-minded Finance Manager promoting more than five years of expertise overseeing transactions and reconciling monthly financial reports. Highly collaborative individual with track record of effectively training and coaching staff members. Offering confidence, team contribution and decision making skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd.
02.2023 - Current
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical models.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses.
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed and approved capital expenditure requests, aligning with corporate objectives.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Facilitated effective financial decision-making by presenting complex data in simple visualizations.
Senior Accountant
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco. Ltd.
01.2015 - 02.2023
- Streamlined the financial reporting process by implementing new accounting software and automating tasks.
- Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
- Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring receivables and implementing stricter credit policies.
- Coordinated with various departments to gather financial data, ensuring accurate representation of each business unit''s performance.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Evaluated potential investment opportunities by conducting thorough risk assessments and return on investment analyses.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Enhanced financial transparency by creating user-friendly dashboards that displayed key performance indicators for easy tracking and decision-making support.
- Optimized month-end closing procedures by streamlining workflow processes, reducing time taken from 10 days to 5 days without compromising accuracy or detail level achieved.
- Served as a key liaison between Finance and Operations teams, ensuring effective communication on budgetary matters and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
- Successfully managed multiple high-stakes projects concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
FOSA Accountant
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd
08.2008 - 12.2014
- Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new financial software.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Developed comprehensive budgets that aligned with company goals while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to minimize overspending without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Enhanced profitability by identifying opportunities for revenue growth through detailed analysis of customer sales data.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Provided critical support during system upgrades or conversions by working closely with IT staff to ensure minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture &Tech.
Nairobi,Kenya11.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Jomo Kenya University Of Agriculture &Tech.
Nairobi,Kenya08.2015
Skills
- Budget Forecasting
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Business Forecasting
- Debt management
- Variance Analysis
- Departmental oversight
- Financial Budgeting
- Tax Compliance
- Cash Flow Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Public Secretaries
- Financial Management & Cost Control Training - [KUSCCO]
Timeline
Finance Manager
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd.
02.2023 - Current
Senior Accountant
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco. Ltd.
01.2015 - 02.2023
FOSA Accountant
Gusii Mwalimu Sacco Ltd
08.2008 - 12.2014
MBA - Accounting And Finance
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture &Tech.
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Jomo Kenya University Of Agriculture &Tech.
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Public Secretaries
- Financial Management & Cost Control Training - [KUSCCO]
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