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Audit Semi Senior
Lawrence Grant LLPAudit Semi Senior
Feb. 2025 - Mar. 2025London Area, United KingdomGot trained on CCH audit software. Was involved in audits of small to medium companies up to Manager Review Involved in as part of a team for large audit
Audit Senior
MGN Associates LLPAudit Senior
Jan. 2024 - Dec. 2024Nairobi County, Kenya• Supervised and conducted statutory audits for clients mainly owner managed companies from street level retail shops to manufacturing, ensuring compliance with IFRS and Kenyan tax regulations. • Prepared detailed audit plans, performed risk assessments, and executed substantive and analytical procedures. • Evaluated clients’ internal controls, identifying gaps and recommending practical solutions to improve operational efficiency. • Reviewed financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with audit standards and Kenyan regulatory requirements which is based on IFRS • Compiled and presented audit findings and management reports to clients, and advising corrective measures for be adopted • Coordinated with tax and advisory teams to address complex client issues, including taxation and compliance matters. • Mentored and trained audit assistants, fostering their technical growth and ensuring timely completion of engagements. • Managed multiple audit assignments simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
Outsourced Finance Manager - From Mamujee Consultants Ltd
Ardan Risk and Support Services LimitedOutsourced Finance Manager - From Mamujee Consultants Ltd
Nov. 2011 - Dec. 2013Nairobi• Financial Manager role with focus on fund management and working capital. • Led the company from USD 0.3m Turnover to USD 24m • Due Diligence Team for AIM placement • Achievements in improving internal controls and negotiating contracts.
Outsourced Consultant
Africa Medical Investments PLCOutsourced Consultant
Jul. 2010 - Oct. 2011Maputo and Dar - Es - Salaam• Varied roles in accounts department, committee for group audit, and accounts department for AMI – Maputo • Initiatives in financial control systems and streamlining operations.
Accounts and Audit Senior
Mamujee Consultants LtdAccounts and Audit Senior
May. 2008 - Dec. 2022Nairobi Kenya• Founded and managed a successful bookkeeping firm for over ten years, providing comprehensive financial and business support services to clients across various industries. • Delivered monthly bookkeeping services, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients. • Managed payroll processing for multiple clients, including statutory compliance with tax and labor regulations. • Prepared detailed monthly management accounts to provide clients with actionable financial insights for decision-making. • Conducted internal audits to assess clients’ internal control systems and recommended improvements for operational efficiency. • Offered company secretarial services, including regulatory filings, compliance with statutory obligations, and corporate governance advisory. • Liaised with external auditors on behalf of clients, ensuring timely and efficient audit processes. • Built and maintained strong client relationships, resulting in long-term partnerships and a reputation for reliability and professionalism • Built a flourishing practice of over 50 outsourced accounting clients • Led a team of 5 staff
Relationship Manager
Imperial Bank LimitedRelationship Manager
Aug. 2003 - May. 2008Imperial Bank Limited (Midsize bank with six branches). March 2006 – April 2008: Relationship Manager (Retail and Personal Banking) 3 branches Major Highlights: • Increased the liability book by KES 200 million in the first year individually surpassing budget by 100% • Successfully trained relationship officers and customer service officers on how to prospect for new clients and retain existing clientele • Successfully created customer portfolios for each relationship officer and managers so as to increase retention of client and increase in share of wallet of each client Responsibilities: • Implementation of Retail Strategy • Manage, supervise, support and guide Relationship Officers and Customer Service Officers in achievement of the retail and bank objectives • Prospect for new clients for deposits and loans/advance products • Optimize additional business from existing clients through cross selling and appraisal processes for deposits and loans/advance products. • Complement branch efforts in meeting or exceeding assign goals and objectives • Supporting all business development initiatives. • Consistently work on building effective network and external referral sources, and maintain contact with other lines of business for prospective and new referrals. • Provide efficient and effective customer service
Financial Controller
Whiterose Drycleaners LtdFinancial Controller
May. 2000 - Nov. 2003Major highlights: • Involved in the acquisition of Flush Drycleaners • Successful conversion to a fully automated accounting system • Development of MIS systems Responsibilities: • Fund and working capital management. • Preparation of annual budgets and cash flows • Preparation of rolling budgets and cash flows • Review and analysis of periodic accounts • Financial monitoring of subsidiary in Uganda • Preparation of final accounts. • Overseeing of daily accounting processes. • Attending Board Meetings of the Company • Preparation of senior staff payroll • Liaison with auditors, lawyers, inspectors from regulatory authorities • Review and maintenance of tenancy agreements • Overseeing the procurement and efficient management of inventory levels • Review and enhancement of the company’s internal control systems
Chief Accountant
Industrial Promotion Building LtdChief Accountant
Nov. 1997 - Mar. 2000Major Highlights: • Setting up of the accounts department • Successful conversion to full computerization of the accounting system Responsibilities: • Preparation of final accounts up to finalization. • Overseeing of daily accounting procedures. • Fund management including placements of Treasury bills and other instruments • Preparation of budgets and cash flows. • Preparation and review of monthly accounts. • Review and enhancement of the company’s internal control system • Attending Finance Committee meetings and preparing minutes. • Training and mentoring of staff
Audit Senior
Kassim Lakha Abdulla & CoAudit Senior
Jan. 1997 - Oct. 1997· Audits of large limited companies up to Managers review. · Audits of medium sized companies' up to finalization. · Preparation of consolidated accounts for large financial organizations. · Training of Staff Worked in various organizations summary of period and positions below
Audit Semi-senior    ·
Lalani Nazarali & CoAudit Semi-senior ·
Jan. 1995 - Mar. 1996
Audit Assistant
Patel & CoAudit Assistant
Jan. 1993 - Dec. 1993

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