Kadenge Kidiga

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Industrious Financial

Officer versed in compliance, documentation, reporting and auditing. Demonstrated success in streamlining operations and increasing efficiency. Prepared to leverage 17 years of experience to support operations in new role at various organization. Proven experience in preparation and management of budgets and grants management. Solid experience in preparation of donor reports

Chief Finance Officer - Within Foundation - Nairobi

(2022-06)

• Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns.
• Created, planned, and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and maximize return on investments.
• Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
• Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
• Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
• Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
• Oversaw accounts payable and receivable to track income and expenditures, drive statutory compliance and provide quantitative financial information.

Finance Officer - Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF) - Nairobi

(2017-04 - 2022-05)

• Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
• Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
• Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
• Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
• Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
• Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive operational growth.
• Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
• Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.

Finance Officer - Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) - Nairobi

(2014-01 - 2017-03)

• Compiling and analyzing financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts for management
• Ensuring all financial reporting deadlines in agreements with the AECF donors are met
• Preparing quarterly financial management reports for submission to the AECF committee (Board)
• Monitoring the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures by both the FM and AGRA
• Assisting AGRA management in the preparation of the AECF administrative budget estimates for submission to the AECF Committee for discussion and final approval.
• Regularly monitoring expenditure against budget, advising the EM on variances, cost escalations, and budget re-allocations
• Monitoring and managing financial/administrative contract issues between AGRA and the AECF donors, and AGRA and the grantees
• Developing and maintaining financial data bases, particularly in AGRA's MIS
• Ensuring accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses of the AECF

Finance and Administration Manager - African Center for Open Governance (AfriCOG) - Nairobi

(2011-09 - 2013-12)

• Analyzed budgets, forecasts and current trends to support overall financial operations.
• Produced reports outlining latest financial information such as expenses, income and outstanding balances.
• Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
• Complied with established internal controls and policies.
• Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
• Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
• Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
• Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.

Administrative and Finance Officer - International Livestock Research Institute/Biosciences Eastern and Central Africa Network (ILRI) - Nairobi

(2008-03 - 2011-12)

• Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
• Assisted with recruiting, interviewing and hiring new department employees.
• Manage administrative policies, processes and procedures, financial resources and handle all general office administrative work including office operations and travel coordination.
• Assist Network Director (ND) in preparing and monitoring the Biosciences eastern and central Africa- Network (BecANet) annual budget in collaboration with International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Budget and Grants Unit.
• Implement financial strategies and policies, including internal and external control systems and reporting processes.
• Implement human resources policies regarding recruitment, staff compensation and rewards, staff performance management, training and development

Chief Accountant - Kenya Medical Research Institute/ United States Medical Research Unit (KEMRI/USAMRU-Kenya) - Nairobi

(1997-01 - 2007-12)

• Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
• Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
• Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
• Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
• Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
• Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
• Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
• Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
• Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
• Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
• Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings, and related schedules.
• Oversaw accounting team in servicing diverse clients.
• Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
• Liaised with clients regarding financial plans and objectives.
• Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.

MBA - Finance - United States International University- Africa (1998-04 - 2001-06)

Bachelor of Arts - Education (Mathematics and Business Administration) - Kenyatta University (1990-01 - 1995-10)

High School Diploma - Mutitu SDA Secondary School (1986-01 - 1989-11)