George Gitau Email & Phone Number

Nairobi County, Kenya

-Managing the month end closing including reconciliation and closure of sub ledgers for all entities.-General ledger review, journal management for all entities within the Group-Prepare the group consolidated monthly management accounts with full commentary-Developing budgets in line with the strategic plans of the group on a timely and accurate basis.-Produce monthly management information on operational costs; consolidated and by entity, actual vbudget with commentary, update forecasts, highlight significant variances-Holding meetings as appropriate with the Finance Manager to review current spend and develop actionplans for achieving budget;-Provide proactive financial advice to the management, actively promoting improved financialawareness-Evaluate the effectiveness of the management accounting service provided to management, makerecommendations and document ways of developing and improving the quality and timeliness ofmanagement information.-Participate in all reviews of organizational financial performance

Nairobi County, Kenya

-Making recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets and expenditures.-Manage the preparation of the company’s budget-Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.-Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared tothe business plans.- Computation payment and filing of taxes.-Ensured the proper management of Payrolls.-Coordinating preparation of the company monthly management and annual accounting reports and presenting itto management.- Providing strategic input on the financial considerations that the Company must address for continued growthand profitability.- Coordinate, prepare and implement budgets, periodical forecasts and ensure that the budgetary controls are inline with business objectives.- Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards and regulations for the safety of company assets andresources.- Maintaining the integrity of the company’s accounting systems, internal controls and managing the relationshipwith external auditors, banks and investors.- Monitoring of business performance against set targets and recommending appropriate actions to addressvariances.- Appraising capital expenditure proposals and investment decisions and making recommendations.- Performing variance analyses and preparing financial and management reports.- Review of Journals, LPO’s, Invoices, Credit Notes, Supplier Invoices, payments and Receipts in the system andonline

Kenya

• Making recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets and expenditures.• Manage the preparation of the company’s budget• Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.• Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.• Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained. • Ensured the proper management of Payrolls.• Participating in strategic operational meetings to advice on finance management best practice to optimize operational efficiencies.• Coordinating preparation of the company monthly and annual accounting reports and presenting it to management.• Responsible for daily management of the Accounts department ensuring the Accounting and Finance Function of the company is appropriately carried out on time to meet the company requirements.• Providing strategic input on the financial considerations that the Company must address for continued growth and profitability.• Coordinate, prepare and implement budgets, periodical forecasts and ensure that the budgetary controls are in line with business objectives.• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards and regulations for the safety of company assets and resources.• Maintaining the integrity of the company’s accounting systems, internal controls and managing the relationship with external auditors, banks and investors.• Monitoring of business performance against set targets and recommending appropriate actions to address variances.• Appraising capital expenditure proposals and investment decisions and making recommendations.• Performing variance analyses and preparing financial and management reports.

Kenya

• • Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions.• Oversee financial department employees, including financial assistants and accountants.• Assisting with financial and tax audits and implementing the audit recommendations. • Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of Group management and financial reports.• Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings.• Facilitation of financial planning in the organization and prepared budget and set controls.• Preparation of cash flow projections and keep track of cash flow requirements of the organization.• Maintained and controlled bank accounts including the checking of bank statements. • Ensured the timely and accurate preparation of management and financial reports• Documented and monitored internal controls in support of auditing team. • Track the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement.• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company.• Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making.• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes.• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company.• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.

Kenya

• Carried out bank reconciliations for all the bank accounts and handled all Bank correspondences and letters.• Handled costing analysis to determine the landing cost for imported goods. • Prepared the profit analysis for products ready to be sold. • Made journal entries into ledgers and checking customer receivables and payables balances for accuracy. • Helped in the preparation of financial statements. • Ensured that proper and accurate accounting records are maintained and adequate internal controls are in place. • Preparation of junior staff payroll. • Prepared Monthly and Annual Group Management accounts.

Master'S Degree, Accounting And Finance, Pass

Bcom, Accounting