Edwin. O Owiti

Results-driven Accountant and Internal Auditor with over 4 years of experience in financial reporting, budgeting, statutory compliance, payroll administration, internal controls, audit support, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management across hospitality, NGO, consulting, and commercial sectors. Demonstrated expertise in preparing accurate financial statements, managing multi-branch accounting operations, conducting reconciliations, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance with Kenyan tax and regulatory requirements. Proficient in QuickBooks, SAP, Excel, PMS, and Hotel Plus systems, with a strong track record of supporting operational efficiency and informed business decision-making.

Group Accountant at Chocolate City Investments Ltd (2024-07 – Present)

Responsible for financial oversight across multiple restaurant branches, ensuring compliance, reporting accuracy, and financial performance monitoring.

• Maintain accurate financial records across all branches.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and consolidated management reports.
• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate payroll processing and statutory remittances including PAYE, VAT, SHA, and NSSF.
• Strengthen internal controls and support implementation of audit recommendations.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and oversee timely settlement of obligations.
• Validate monthly stock-take reports and investigate inventory variances.
• Provide financial insights that support profitability and operational efficiency.

Financial Accountant at Starling Bird Resort (2024-03 – 2025-06)

• Managed debtor accounts and ensured timely collections.
• Conducted night audits and reconciled daily hotel revenue.
• Performed bank reconciliations for all non-cash transactions.
• Prepared VAT returns and other statutory filings.
• Produced daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Utilized QuickBooks, Hotel Plus, and PMS systems to manage financial operations.
• Coordinated annual external audit activities and supporting schedules.

Audit Assistant at Obwanga & Associates (2024-01 – 2024-03)

• Assisted in preparation and review of financial statements.
• Maintained accounting records and supporting schedules.
• Conducted financial analysis to support audit engagements.
• Ensured compliance with accounting standards and statutory regulations.
• Participated in audit fieldwork and preparation of audit reports.

Internal Auditor at Mijesh Enterprises Ltd (2023-10 – 2024-01)

• Evaluated effectiveness of internal controls and risk management procedures.
• Conducted compliance and operational audits.
• Investigated fraud indicators and control weaknesses.
• Documented audit findings and presented recommendations to management.
• Followed up on implementation of corrective actions.

Accounts Assistant (Remote) at Netscaling Solutions (2023-08 – 2024-02)

• Processed invoices and maintained accurate accounting records.
• Prepared statutory accounts and supporting reconciliations.
• Managed accounts receivable and credit control activities.
• Processed expense claims and supplier payments.
• Performed monthly bank reconciliations.
• Liaised with clients, suppliers, and third-party service providers.

Project Accountant at Global Nature Fund (GNF), Germany (2022-10 – 2023-11)

• Managed project budgets and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepared monthly donor and management reports.
• Reviewed supplier invoices and monitored project expenditures.
• Conducted payroll processing and monthly reconciliations.
• Investigated project variances and submitted recommendations to management.
• Coordinated external audit requirements and supporting documentation.

Junior Accountant at Kenya Ports Authority (2021-01 – 2021-04)

• Prepared journal entries and maintained general ledger records using SAP.
• Assisted in preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Processed invoices and accounts receivable transactions.
• Performed account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Supported tax preparation and compliance activities.

Freelance Data Transcriber at Verbit.ai (2020-08 – Present)

• Perform data validation and transcription assignments.
• Ensure accuracy through proofreading and quality assurance reviews.
• Maintain strict adherence to deadlines and confidentiality standards.

Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance – Technical University of Mombasa (2021)