Senior Accounting Analyst
Independent Agent
Kenya
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.• Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.• Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.• Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.• Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.• Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.• Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.• 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.• Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.• Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.• Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.• Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.• Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.