Mary

Bookkeeper

Mary

ID Verified
1,200/mo
Nairobi, Kenya
Looking for Full-time
8 hours/day
Availability: US / EU / Asia timezone

Profile Description

Experienced | Bookkeeper skilled in reconciliations, reporting, QuickBooks, Xero, Sage and accuracy.

Top Skills

Account Management · <1 yearAccountant (CPA) · <1 yearAccounts Payable/Receivable · <1 yearBookkeeping · <1 yearBudget Management · <1 year

Skills & Expertise

Finance & Accounting

QuickBooksBeginner
Accounts Payable/ReceivableBeginner
BookkeepingBeginner
FreshBooksBeginner
Accountant (CPA)Beginner
SageBeginner
XeroBeginner
Tax PreparationBeginner
Payroll ProcessingBeginner
Financial ReportingBeginner
Budget ManagementBeginner
Risk ManagementBeginner
Financial AnalysisBeginner

Sales & Business Development

Account ManagementBeginner

Specialized Skills

Mental Health SupportBeginner
Medical BillingBeginner

Data & Analytics

Excel (Advanced)Beginner
Google Sheets (Advanced)Beginner

Work Experience

TaX Associate

RSM Consulting Limited

Sep 2022 - Feb 2024

Key Achievements:

Collected, reviewed, and analyzed financial and accounting information and supporting documentation for client assignments. Reviewed accounting records, financial information, and supporting documents to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Maintained organized financial records and supporting documentation for client engagements and compliance reviews. Prepared and reviewed monthly and annual financial and tax schedules, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Prepared statements of accounts and supporting documentation in response to client and regulatory requirements. Investigated discrepancies identified during financial and compliance reviews and followed up on outstanding items. Communicated with clients to obtain financial information, supporting documents, explanations, and records required to complete assignments. Addressed client inquiries and assisted in resolving discrepancies identified during reviews. Conducted financial and compliance reviews, identifying areas requiring further investigation and corrective action. Managed assigned client portfolios and maintained accurate documentation while meeting engagement deadlines. Prepared reports, schedules, and supporting analysis for review by senior team members. Worked independently on multiple assignments while coordinating with colleagues and clients to meet agreed timelines.

Accounts Payable/ReceivableQuickBooksPayroll ProcessingFinancial ReportingAccountant (CPA)BookkeepingTax PreparationExcel (Advanced)Financial AnalysisMedical BillingAccount Management

Associate

PKF Consulting Limited

Jan 2018 - Feb 2020

Key Achievements:

Collected and analyzed financial and accounting information for client assignments and advisory engagements. Prepared financial reports, analyses, schedules, and supporting documentation for client review. Assisted clients with month-end and year-end closing procedures. Maintained general ledger accounts and prepared journal entries. Reviewed financial transactions and accounting records to identify discrepancies and support accurate reporting. Prepared monthly and annual accounting and compliance schedules. Addressed audit queries from senior team members and provided supporting information and documentation required for review. Managed and monitored stock movement for a tea trading company and maintained accurate inventory records. Reviewed financial and operational information to support assigned client engagements. Reported to seniors and managers on assigned work and provided supporting analysis and documentation. Maintained organized client records and ensured supporting documents were available for review. Worked collaboratively with engagement teams to complete assignments within agreed deadlines.

FreshBooksSageQuickBooksAccounts Payable/ReceivableAccountant (CPA)XeroPayroll ProcessingBookkeepingAccount ManagementTax PreparationBudget ManagementFinancial ReportingRisk ManagementFinancial AnalysisExcel (Advanced)Mental Health SupportGoogle Sheets (Advanced)

Accounts Assistant

Xpression Flora

Jan 2015 - Jul 2016

Key Achievements:

Prepared supplier, bank, and credit card reconciliations to verify the accuracy and completeness of accounting records. Maintained general ledger accounts and prepared journal entries. Prepared management accounts for monthly review and supported financial analysis. Prepared invoices and purchase orders using SAP. Posted and updated cheque transactions and maintained supporting accounting records. Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. Supported inventory management of flowers and chemicals and monitored stock movements. Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures. Reviewed financial transactions and supp

QuickBooksFreshBooksSageAccounts Payable/ReceivableAccountant (CPA)XeroFinancial ReportingPayroll ProcessingBookkeepingAccount ManagementTax PreparationBudget ManagementGoogle Sheets (Advanced)Financial AnalysisRisk ManagementExcel (Advanced)

Quick Stats

Age36 years
English LevelFluent
ID VerificationVerified
Portfolio
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Certifications

CPA(K)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Kenyatta University

2010 - 2014