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Nairobi, Kenya

First Chartered Securities Limited is a holding company for a group of companies with a portfolio of investments in major sectors of the economy within Kenya and the East African region, including insurance, agriculture, real estate, freight, and logistics.► Protects FCS group Companies’ value and assets by systematically evaluating risks, controls, and financial governance processes for a group of seven financial services companies within the East Africa region. Currently in charge of the audit of East Africa Reinsurance Company Limited, ICEA General Insurance (Uganda), ICEA LION Asset Management Limited (Kenya & Uganda), and ITSL Trustee Services Limited.► Generates comprehensive audit plans and reports presents findings and recommendations to Group Senior Management, Board Audit & Risk Committees, and Board of Directors. Continuously review and assess internal company controls; issue strategic recommendations, remedial action plans, and risk mitigation strategies to senior management. Core Contributions:★ Aligned financial practices with company budgets and business strategies. Developed and, upon Board approval, implemented Internal Audit Charters for various Group Companies.★ Instrumental in developing internal audit charters and preparing and executing critical audits across the group.★ Protected assets and curtailed risk by collaborating across divisions to identify issues and institute improved reporting and management strategies.★ Played a key role in tracking crucial control deficiencies noted across FCS Group Companies to ensure speedy closure of audit matters.★ While maintaining independence, played an advisory role on various matters in several FCS Group Companies.

Nairobi, Kenya

► Audited financial movements and controls for FCS Group Companies and presented key findings and recommendations to various senior management personnel and the Board of Directors. ► Monitored risks for FCS Group Companies with no internal risk management departments; developed mitigating actions to respond to identified risks. ► Conducted detailed analyses of company management accounts.Core Contributions:★ Stemmed pilferage loss by identifying and resolving significant internal control gaps in one FCS’ subsidiary company.

Nairobi, Kenya

Autosterile East Africa Ltd is a subsidiary of FCS. Autosterile(EA) Ltd has pioneered in availing to the East African market the Innovative and Unique packaging for intravenous fluids in collapsible bags pack with enhanced safety features focused on infection control.► Directed all functions of finance, procurement, and warehouse teams for a pharmaceutical manufacturer and distributor. ► Oversaw business development, production, and quality management departments. Collaborated with senior leadership to review staff performance and recruit key personnel. Devised and launched internal training programs for finance and administrative staff. Led team through an external audit and reported to the Board of Directors.Core Contributions:★ Identified areas for improvement through internal and external audit findings and revamped companywide internal controls.★ Spearheaded management team’s strategy to turn around low financial performance and recover from the loss of a key supplier.★ Retained key clients through direct communication during a challenging business cycle. ★ Shielded the company from risk by steering overhaul in critical functions and internal control processes.★ Involved in the recruitment of critical management staff and operational restructuring. ★ Enhanced the company’s continuity policy by introducing peer-to-peer training programs.

Nairobi, Kenya

► Lead auditor for key client engagements while managing a team of 4-7 direct reports. Engaged clients in defining business needs and developed audit strategies to evaluate and protect financial resources.► Reviewed current internal controls and accounting systems; provided expert recommendations to improve security, reduce risk, and streamline efficiency.Core Contributions:★ Collaborated with management teams to prepare and present client business proposals; provided expert guidance on financial strategies and controls. ★ Served as team lead for significant audit and accountancy services for primary clients, such as Kenindia Assurance Company Limited, Pioneer Life Assurance Limited, Kenindia Asset Management Company Limited, Airtel Networks Kenya Limited, Trademark East Africa, and Galana Oils Limited.★ Promoted to Senior Auditor position following outstanding performance as Audit Associate and Senior Associate.

Nairobi, Kenya

PKF in Eastern Africa is present in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. PKFEA specializes in providing high quality audit, accounting, tax, and business advisory services.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance, General

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Economics

Activities and Societies: Finance Director; Consortium of International and Professional Associations, Chairperson; Economics Students.

Kenya Certificate Of Secondery Education, Kcse, A-

Activities and Societies: Deputy School Head Prefect Chairperson - Industrial Club Games Prefect and Handball Team Captain