James Boke

Results-driven Accounting professional with a Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting Option) with Information Technology from Maseno University. Completed CPA Foundation and Intermediate levels, with Advanced level currently in progress. Skilled in financial reporting and analysis, bank reconciliations, bookkeeping, budgeting and forecasting, accounts payable and receivable, tax compliance, cash flow management, and audit preparation, with proficiency in accounting software including QuickBooks and Excel.

Known for strong analytical abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and accuracy in financial data management. Experienced in handling financial operations, streamlining processes, and supporting organizational growth. Committed to delivering reliable financial management and contributing to informed business decisions.

Lecturer - FIBS College

(2025-04 - 2026-02)

• Subject Matter Expertise: Facilitated comprehensive training for the CPA Foundation Level and Certificate in Accounting and Management Skills (CAMS), focusing on core accounting principles and professional standards.
• Technical Instruction: Conducted hands-on training for Computer Packages, specializing in the practical application of QuickBooks and Advanced Excel for financial record-keeping.
• Curriculum Development: Designed and implemented lesson plans that transitioned students from manual bookkeeping concepts to automated accounting systems, reducing data entry errors.
• Student Mentorship: Leveraged CPA (Advanced Level) knowledge to guide students through complex accounting logic, emphasizing professional ethics and exam preparedness for KASNEB sittings.
• Performance Evaluation: Administered and graded practical assessments in computerized accounting, ensuring students achieved high proficiency in digital financial reporting and data integrity.
• Classroom Management: Maintained detailed academic records and provided career guidance to students pursuing entry-level roles in the accounting and management sectors.

Attachment Student - Caritas Microfinance Bank

(2024-05 - 2024-08)

• Audit Readiness: Played a pivotal role in drafting financial schedules and organizing documentation for internal audit reviews, ensuring alignment with IFRS and banking regulatory standards.
• Risk Mitigation & Compliance: Evaluated high-volume loan applications against institutional credit policies and KYC (Know Your Customer) protocols to minimize financial and reputational risk.
• Accuracy & Reconciliation: Executed daily bank reconciliations and verified ledger entries, achieving a high accuracy rate that streamlined the month-end closing process.
• Key Achievement: Onboarded 50+ new clients within the attachment period by ensuring all account documentation was 100% compliant with bank policies.
• Efficiency Gains: Optimized data entry workflows, resulting in a measurable reduction in customer waiting time and improved service delivery.

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting Option with Information Technology - Maseno University (2025)

Secondary Education - St. Tiberius Nyamotentemi Secondary School (2017 - 2020)