Detail-Oriented Bookkeeping professional with 10+ years of experience managing financial records for clients internationally (remote) 24/7. US, EU, Africa, Asia.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Accounting Professional with 10+ years of experience managing financial records, payroll, tax compliance, and trade finance for SMEs, NGOs, and international clients.

Adept at:

• Remote collaboration: Proven track record working with global teams (US, EU, Africa) across time zones.

• Cloud accounting: Expert in QuickBooks both Desktop/Online, Xero, Sage, and Zoho for seamless remote financial management.

• Payroll & tax: Processed payroll for 50+ employees, filed VAT, PAYE, Income Tax (Kenya/US compliance).

• Trade finance: Structured letters of credit, risk mitigation, and AML compliance for cross-border transactions.

• Self-directed: Reliable remote workspace with high-speed internet, power backup, and fluency in English.

CORE SKILLS

Remote Accounting

• Financial Reporting (P&L, Cash Flow, Balance Sheets) | Bank Reconciliations | Multi-Currency Transactions

• Payroll Processing (Gusto, ADP, Paychex) | Tax Filings (VAT, WHT, 1099s) | Audit Preparation

• Software: QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage, Zoho Books, Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)

Trade Finance (Remote)

• Letters of Credit | Supply Chain Financing | AML/KYC Compliance | Risk Analysis

Soft Skills

• Cross-Cultural Communication | Time-Zone Flexibility | Process Automation | Client Training

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (Remote-Relevant)

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor (Intuit)

• Xero Advisor Certified (Xero)

• Advanced Bookkeeping Certification (Accounting 1, Bookkeeping Basics, Fundamentals of Accounting)

• Assets in Accounting (Corporate Finance Institute)

Payroll & Tax Compliance

• Certified Payroll Specialist (Udemy)

• Tax Preparation Course (IRS VITA)

Business Intelligence & Data Analysis

• Business Analytics with Excel (Microsoft)

• Business Intelligence using Excel (Udemy/CFI)

• Data Visualization Fundamentals (Power BI/Excel)

Remote Work & Digital Tools

• Digital Transformation Certification (Accenture/Google)

• ITIL® V4 Foundation (AXELOS) - IT service management for financial systems

• Remote Collaboration Professional (Slack, Zoom, Asana)

Finance Fundamentals

• Corporate Finance Basics (Introduction to Finance)

• Financial Modeling Primer (Excel-based)

WORK EXPERIENCE (Prioritizing remote-relevant roles)

Shiyuka Accounting Partners | Founder & Remote Accountant
Nov 2014 – Present | Nairobi, Kenya (Remote Clients: US, EU, Africa)

• Managed end-to-end accounting for 20+ international SMEs remotely: bookkeeping, payroll, tax filings (VAT, PAYE, WHT).

• Implemented QuickBooks/Xero for 15+ clients, reducing manual errors by 40%. Trained clients via Zoom.

• Resolved KRA audits and IRS compliance queries for US/Kenyan clients.

Euro Exim Bank | Remote Trade Finance Specialist
Jan 2023 – Present | (Global Team)

• Structured letters of credit for import/export businesses, ensuring compliance with AML, UCP600.

• Advised 50+ clients on cross-border payment risks, reducing transaction delays by 30%.

Boniface & Keil Auditors | Remote Bookkeeper
Jan 2025 – May 2025 | (Contract)

Key Achievements:

• Remote Financial Management: Managed end-to-end bookkeeping for 5+ international clients (US, UK, Kenya) using QuickBooks Online and Xero, ensuring accurate real-time financial tracking across time zones.

• Payroll Processing: Automated payroll for 50+ employees, ensuring compliance with PAYE, NSSF, and NHIF regulations, and reduced processing time by 30% through Gusto and QuickBooks Payroll integration.

• Tax Compliance: Filed VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), and Income Tax returns for clients, avoiding $5K+ in penalties through timely submissions and KRA audit support.

• Bank Reconciliation: Reconciled 15+ monthly bank/MPESA statements with 99% accuracy, resolving discrepancies within 24 hours.

• Financial Reporting: Generated monthly P&L reports, cash flow statements, and balance sheets for stakeholders, improving financial transparency.

• Process Improvement: Trained 3 team members on remote collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom) and streamlined invoice approvals using Zoho Expense, cutting approval time by 50%.

Remote-Specific Contributions:

• Operated independently in a fully remote environment, aligning workflows with EST/GMT time zones for client meetings.

• Secured client data with encrypted file sharing (SharePoint, Google Workspace) and 2FA-enabled software access.

• Advised clients on multi-currency transactions and forex risk mitigation for cross-border payments.

Tools Used: QuickBooks Online, Xero, Gusto, Zoho Books, Excel (Advanced Formulas), Slack, Zoom

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Accountancy | New Dimension College (KNEC)

• Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor

• Remote Work Certifications:

  • “Accounting in the Digital Age” (Coursera)

  • “Remote Collaboration with Slack/Asana” (LinkedIn Learning)

REMOTE READINESS

• Time Zone: Available for overlap with EST/PST (flexible hours).

• Tech Setup: Dual monitors, VoIP (Zoom/Slack), backup power, fiber internet.

• Payment: Familiar with Wise, PayPal, Deel, cryptocurrency.

Remote Work Setup

• Reliable high-speed internet (30 Mbps) with fiber backup.

• Secure, dedicated home office with dual monitors, VoIP (Zoom/MS Teams), and encrypted cloud storage (SharePoint/Google Drive).

• Available for 4+ hours of overlap with EST/PST time zones.

Language & Cultural Fluency

• Fluent in English (professional) and Swahili; experienced working with clients from 15+ countries.

Global Compliance Expertise

Under Boniface & Keil Auditors, highlight cross-border knowledge:

• Processed payroll for international contractors (1099s, W-8BEN forms) alongside Kenyan compliance (PAYE, NSSF).

• Advised US-based clients on IRS tax deadlines and Kenyan VAT filings, ensuring dual compliance.

Volunteer/Open-Source Contributions

• Pro Bono Bookkeeper (2023–Present): Managed donor funds remotely using QuickBooks, ensuring 100% grant compliance.