Thomas Okwany
Accountant | Audit Assistant | Business Operations Professional
Kitengela, KE.About
Highly motivated and results-oriented professional with a Bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship and comprehensive experience in accounting, auditing, and business operations. Proven ability to deliver quality results independently and collaboratively, leveraging strong analytical skills and a keen interest in continuous learning. Eager to apply intelligence, organization, and discipline to drive value and contribute to organizational success in a dynamic environment.
Projects
Work
Kenya Prisons Service
|Intern
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Contributed to operational efficiency and data management as an Intern within the Kenya Prisons Service, optimizing record-keeping and reporting.
Highlights
Maintained and updated job cards from Industry stations, ensuring accurate and current operational records.
Transferred critical data from job cards to respective ledger books, enhancing financial tracking and accountability.
Managed the receiving and updating of stock registers, contributing to improved inventory control and accuracy.
Prepared and dispatched monthly Industry returns, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to stakeholders.
Organized and filed various records, improving administrative efficiency and data accessibility.
Zalma & Associates - Certified Public Accountants of Kenya
|Accountant / Audit Assistant
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Currently serves as an Accountant and Audit Assistant, managing comprehensive financial records and supporting audit engagements for diverse clients.
Highlights
Managed end-to-end accounting processes from books write-up to trial balance, ensuring accuracy for client financial statements.
Produced detailed management accounts using QuickBooks, providing critical financial insights that supported client decision-making.
Executed comprehensive reconciliations for creditors, debtors, and bank accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies to ensure financial integrity.
Prepared accurate payrolls and processed statutory deductions for clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and timely payments.
Maintained fixed assets registers and conducted inventory management, improving asset tracking and stock accuracy for clients.
Assisted senior auditors in planning and executing audit engagements, contributing to efficient fieldwork and report generation.
ADEC Innovations
|Business Processing Associate
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Managed critical financial transactions and data processing as a Business Processing Associate, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Highlights
Accurately applied invoices to cheques within the company database, streamlining payment reconciliation processes.
Processed refunds for overpaid cheques, ensuring financial accuracy and maintaining positive client relationships.
Hallmark Marketing
|Retail Auditor
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Conducted retail audits and supported market intelligence initiatives to enhance product visibility and sales.
Highlights
Collected comprehensive data on product pricing and availability across retail outlets, informing market strategy.
Educated retailers on product features and benefits, enhancing their sales potential and brand representation.
Identified and recruited potential clients, contributing to market expansion and increased sales opportunities.
Mwalimu National Sacco
|Intern / Industrial Attachment
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Summary
Gained foundational experience in audit, risk, and compliance within the financial services sector, supporting departmental operations.
Highlights
Assisted with internal audit procedures, contributing to the identification of compliance gaps and process improvements.
Supported risk assessment activities, helping to identify potential operational vulnerabilities within the SACCO.
Contributed to data verification processes, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial records.
Collaborated with the audit team on documentation and report preparation, enhancing departmental efficiency.
Education
Maasai Mara University
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Bachelor's Degree
Entrepreneurship
Centre for Training and Development
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Certificate
HIV Testing and Counselling
Ambira Boys High School
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Kenya Certificate of Secondary School Education (KCSE)
Secondary School Education
Musa Gitau Primary
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Kenya Certificate of Primary School Education (KCPE)
Primary School Education
References
Zachary Odongo
Managing Partner, Zalma & Associate - Certified Public Accountants of Kenya. Available upon request.
Sir Chaplin Odhiambo
Team Lead, ADEC Innovations. Available upon request.
Mr. Evans Otika
Data Analyst, Hallmark Marketing. Available upon request.