Cleophas Kisambu

Results-driven Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) with over 10 years of progressive experience in financial management, grants administration, accounting, and compliance within NGO and private sector environments. Proven expertise in donor fund management, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, audit coordination, and statutory compliance. Demonstrated ability to manage donor-funded health programs, strengthen financial accountability systems, and ensure compliance with IFRS and donor regulations.

Experienced in supporting program implementation through accurate financial reporting, effective budget monitoring, financial analysis, and strong internal control frameworks. Recognized for delivering high-quality financial reporting, strengthening financial governance, and supporting strategic decision-making that enhances organizational efficiency, accountability, and sustainability.

Finance Officer at Machakos County Health Management Team (CHMT) / CIHEB Kenya (2023-01 – Present)

Provide financial management support for donor-funded health programs, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, financial policies, and statutory requirements while strengthening financial accountability systems.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with IFRS and donor reporting standards
• Manage project budgets and expenditure monitoring, ensuring alignment with approved donor budgets
• Prepare and submit accurate financial reports for donor-funded programs within reporting timelines
• Maintain complete and accurate financial records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance
• Strengthen internal control systems to enhance financial accountability and minimize financial risks
• Support procurement processes, including financial review of supplier contracts and verification of payment requests
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely response to audit queries and implementation of recommendations
• Monitor project financial performance and provide financial analysis to support management decision-making
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and regulatory reporting obligations
• Improved financial reporting processes resulting in more accurate and timely donor financial reports
• Strengthened internal financial control systems, enhancing financial governance and accountability
• Successfully supported external audits with minimal audit queries through strong financial documentation and compliance
• Enhanced financial monitoring of program budgets, improving financial discipline and expenditure tracking

Finance Officer at Leo Capital Holdings Ltd (2017-01 – 2023-12)

Managed financial operations and supported management in ensuring effective financial management, compliance with accounting standards, and strong financial control systems.

• Prepared periodic financial statements and management reports to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections
• Conducted bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring to maintain financial stability
• Developed and monitored organizational budgets, including variance analysis and financial performance reporting
• Ensured compliance with statutory deductions and regulatory obligations including PAYE, VAT, NSSF, and NHIF
• Maintained accurate accounting records and supporting documentation for audit and regulatory compliance
• Supported external audit processes, including preparation of financial schedules and responses to audit queries
• Assisted management in strengthening internal financial controls and cost management systems
• Improved efficiency of financial reconciliation processes, reducing reporting delays
• Strengthened statutory compliance processes, ensuring timely and accurate remittances
• Enhanced financial transparency and accountability through improved documentation and reporting

Certified Public Accountant in Accounting – Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)

Bachelor of Business Management in Finance & Banking