Finance and operations virtual assistantFinance and operations virtual assistant
JAMES
ID Verified$2,000
per month
($11/hour)
Profile Description
CPA-K qualified Finance and Operations professional with over 10 years of experience spanning FMCG distribution, public sector finance, and running my own business. I bring hands on expertise in full cycle accounting, bookkeeping, budgeting, and reconciliations, with a track record of cutting month end close time, improving cash flow, and cleaning up messy books for growing businesses. Skilled in QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Advanced Excel. I've supported multi entity operations and remote finan...
Top Skills
Skills & Expertise
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AI & Automation
Customer Success
Data & Analytics
Finance & Accounting
Human Resources
Sales & Business Development
Specialized Skills
Virtual Assistance & Admin
Work Experience
General Manager
Kencline General Merchants
Jan 2023 - Present
Key Achievements:
▸Grew monthly revenue from KES 2M to KES 3M within 2 years, a 50% increase driven by volume growth, supplier cost negotiations, and operational efficiency improvements. ▸Implemented accounting processes from scratch, establishing structured bookkeeping, real-time financial visibility, and audit-ready records across business operations. ▸ Lead all core finance functions, including bookkeeping, cash flow forecasting, supplier payments, and statutory tax compliance.
Financial Accountant
Freelance
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023
Key Achievements:
▸Managed full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of 18+ concurrent clients across retail, SME, and financial services sectors, maintaining 100% on-time filing compliance throughout a 4-year engagement period. ▸Delivered AP/AR management, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting for SME clients, enabling owners to make faster, more informed financial decisions. ▸Translated complex financial data into clear management accounts and advisory reports, helping SME owners identify cost-saving opportunities and improve working capital by an estimated 15–20%. ▸Built and sustained a loyal client base over 4+ years through consistent, high-quality service delivery, generating a stable, independent revenue stream and repeat referral business.