Gideon Karobia

Gideon Karobia Gathege,

Senior Accountant | Bookkeeper | Finance & Compliance Specialist

Nairobi, Kenya
📞 +254 716 780 026 | ✉️ gkarobia@gmail.com
🔗 LinkedIn: http://www. linkedin.com/in/gideon-karobia-95415b2b

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly accomplished Senior Accountant and Bookkeeper with over 20 years of experience in financial management, bookkeeping, auditing, tax consultancy, and regulatory compliance. Expert in full-cycle accounting, reconciliations, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls. Proven track record of computerizing accounting systems, improving financial accuracy, and ensuring statutory compliance. Adept at audit coordination, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. Seeking to contribute strong accounting and bookkeeping expertise to a results-driven organization.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Full-Cycle Accounting & Bookkeeping
Financial Statements & Reporting
Bank & Account Reconciliations
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Budgeting & Cost Control
Tax Compliance & KRA Filings
Audit Preparation & Liaison
Payroll Administration
Internal Controls & Risk Management
QuickBooks, SAP & Advanced Excel

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

General Manager – Operations

Mimshakh Dunamis G Ltd, Nairobi, Kenya
July 2020 – Present

Oversee company accounting operations, budgeting, and expenditure controls.
Manage accounts receivable, debtor collections, and client payment reconciliations.
Prepare financial reports, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
Coordinate external audits and prepare supporting schedules and documentation.
Strengthened internal controls, improving financial accuracy and compliance.
Supervise staff performance and align financial objectives with operational goals.

General Manager & Talent Acquisition

Debenham & Fear Ltd, Nairobi, Kenya
February 2013 – October 2018

Led financial planning, budgeting, and departmental cost justifications.
Implemented financial controls and standardized reporting systems.
Oversaw payroll processing, billing, and financial documentation accuracy.
Collaborated with management to improve financial transparency and accountability.

Administration & Finance Manager

Kings Commodities Ltd, Nairobi, Kenya
January 2011 – January 2013

Managed full bookkeeping and accounting cycle, including monthly closings.
Handled accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
Prepared financial statements and supported statutory tax filings.
Ensured compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Chief Finance Officer

Living Faith International – Africa Division, Nairobi, Kenya
January 2004 – March 2008

Directed all finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
Implemented computerized accounting systems to enhance efficiency.
Prepared audited financial statements and liaised with external auditors.
Strengthened internal controls and financial governance frameworks.

Accountant / Audit & Tax Officer

Karuri Ngugi & Associates – Audit & Tax Consultants, Nairobi, Kenya
January 2001 – October 2003

Maintained client books of accounts and computerized accounting systems.
Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations.
Prepared financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
Filed tax returns with KRA and Registrar of Companies.
Supported audit engagements and prepared audit working papers.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Mt. Kenya University
Accounting Technician Certificate (ATC) – Mt. Kenya University
MSc, Project Management – University of Liverpool (Online)
Certificate in Computer Training (QuickBooks, Desktop Publishing) – SPS
Sales & Marketing B2B-Alison online

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Accounting Software: QuickBooks, Wave,Zoho ,SAP, Accounting Systems
Microsoft Office: Excel (Advanced), Word, PowerPoint
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Final Accounts: Trial Balance, P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow
Talent acquisition & management- work force planning ,on boarding, retention & talent development, off boarding
Sales & marketing –Management-routes to market development, orders,

LANGUAGES

English
Swahili
Referees: Provided on request