Janarius Issa

Accounting and Audit professional with a strong foundation in accounting, auditing, and data analytics and AI, supported by strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills. Experienced in analysing financial information, identifying discrepancies, and supporting accurate reporting and compliance. Adaptable and quick to learn, with an interest in using technology to improve financial processes and decision-making.

Accounting / Auditing Associate at Kimotho Associates & Co. (2025-01 – Present)

• Support accounting and audit engagements through preparation, review and analysis of financial records and supporting documentation.
• Perform accounting procedures including reconciliations, transaction reviews, ledger analysis and verification of financial information.
• Analyse financial data to identify inconsistencies, unusual transactions, errors and areas requiring further investigation.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, schedules, working papers and other accounting documentation.
• Review supporting documents and transactions for completeness, accuracy and appropriate accounting treatment.
• Assist with preparation and filing of statutory and tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable deadlines.
• Support clients with accounting records, statutory compliance matters and tax-related requirements.
• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring accounting information is properly documented and supported.
• Use Microsoft Excel and accounting systems to organise, analyse and present financial information.
• Perform detailed reviews of financial data while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Monitor relevant statutory filing and payment deadlines and assist in ensuring timely compliance.

Audit & Accounting Trainee at Matengo & Associates (2024-01 – 2025-12)

• Assisted in accounting and audit assignments involving the preparation, review and analysis of financial records.
• Performed data entry, transaction analysis, reconciliations and review of supporting documentation.
• Assisted with preparation of audit working papers, schedules and financial information.
• Reviewed accounting records to identify discrepancies, errors and information requiring clarification.
• Assisted in analysing financial data and supporting the preparation of accounting and financial reports.
• Assisted with preparation and filing of statutory and tax returns while ensuring supporting documentation was accurate and complete.
• Supported statutory compliance and tax-related accounting procedures.
• Assisted with maintaining accurate and organised financial records and supporting documentation.
• Worked with Excel and accounting systems to organise and analyse financial information.

Assistant Accountant at JM Wholesalers Limited (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Managed and maintained petty cash records, including documentation, monitoring and reconciliation of petty cash transactions.
• Prepared and processed customer invoices while maintaining accurate invoicing records.
• Maintained and updated accounting records, ensuring transactions and supporting documentation were accurately recorded and organised.
• Assisted the main accountant with day-to-day accounting operations and financial record management.
• Assisted with tax-related accounting activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and documentation.
• Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and other financial reports under the guidance of the main accountant.
• Used accounting software and systems to record, process and maintain financial transactions and accounting information.
• Assisted with reconciliation and verification of financial transactions and supporting records.
• Reviewed accounting information to identify discrepancies and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Demonstrated flexibility in working with different accounting software and digital systems, adapting quickly to new tools and workflows.
• Supported the finance function with general accounting and administrative duties to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Maintained confidentiality and accuracy when handling financial and business information.
• Worked independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with the accounting team to meet deadlines.

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting – Kenya Methodist University (2021-01 – 2024-12)

Certification in Data Science skills – Cisco Networking Academy (2024-01)