Cate Mutheu

Highly motivated and adaptable Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) with a robust background in financial operations, grants management, internal controls, administrative office management, and donor relationship management. Proven expertise in institutional fundraising, managing the entire grant life cycle, and collaborating with program teams to ensure compliance with donor requirements. Strong project management skills, adept at maintaining CRM systems and driving adherence to timelines.

EAST AFRICA METER COMPANY LTD

Finance Officer / Commercial Manager

July 2023 - Present

• Managing grants and contracts by overseeing disbursements to suppliers and ensuring all financial processes align with company procedures.
• Preparing annual and monthly budgets in collaboration with the Finance Manager, monitoring expenditures against budgeted allocations.
• Maintaining institutional records of financial transactions and ensured compliance with grant requirements through reporting and audits.
• Coordinating the submission of grant applications and bids through online platforms, including managing compliance with submission guidelines.

Finance / HR Assistant

January 2021 - June 2023

• Monitored the life cycle of institutional grants by managing cash flows, expenses, and reconciliations.
• Managed payroll and processed statutory deductions, including VAT and annual returns.
• Supported audits and donor reporting, ensuring all reports were in line with donor requirements and financial compliance.

IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) – NAIROBI, KENYA

Finance Officer Assistant

January 2019 - September 2020

• Managed bookkeeping, reconciliations, and statutory reporting for a range of client accounts, including donor-funded projects.
• Assisted in the preparation of financial reports and supported external audits, ensuring compliance with donor contracts and guidelines.
• Reconciled and processed DSA, and properly accounted for funds
• Processed expenditure justification to be sent to donor as well as prepared claims for funds reimbursements and replenishment
• Monitored budget allocations versus actual spending regarding various activities authorized by donors, and ensured spending was according to the recommended budget line

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration

University of Nairobi

September 2023 - Present

Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K)

KCA University

January 2017 - November 2018

Bachelor of Commerce, Finance Major

University of Nairobi

May 2013 - December 2016