Lydiah Mwangi

Experienced Accounts Assistant with 10 years of progressive experience in office administration and accounting, including over 6 years in an Accounts Assistant role. CPA Part II qualified with a Diploma in Accounting and hands-on experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing, bank reconciliation, budgeting, financial reporting and statutory tax compliance. Proficient in Quick Books Desktop and Advanced Microsoft Excel, with practical experience supporting day-to-day finance operations and maintaining accurate financial records.

Accounts Assistant at HESHIMA FOUNDATION (2020-03 – Present)

Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting transactions while maintaining accurate financial records.

• Prepare and process payment vouchers, invoices and supplier payments
• Perform bank reconciliations and follow up on discrepancies
• Process monthly payroll for 50 employees, ensuring accurate payroll records and statutory deductions
• Prepare and file PAYE returns and support NSSF compliance
• Prepare and file VAT returns
• Prepare monthly financial reports for management review and decision-making
• Assist in preparing budget estimates and monitoring expenditure against budgets
• Manage petty cash transactions and maintain proper supporting documentation
• Maintain supplier and customer records and support accounts payable and receivable functions
• Use QuickBooks Desktop to record and maintain financial transactions
• Use Advanced Microsoft Excel for reconciliations, accounting schedules, analysis and financial reporting
• Maintain well-organized financial documentation to support internal reviews and audits

Office Assistant at HESHIMA FOUNDATION (2016 – 2020-02)

Provided administrative and clerical support to the organization

• Maintained and organized office records and documentation
• Assisted with preparation, filing and retrieval of organizational documents
• Supported day-to-day office operations and coordination
• Assisted the finance and administration functions as required
• Progressed to the Accounts Assistant position in March 2020 following experience gained within the organization

Diploma in Accounting in Accounting – RCM College (2025)

CPA Part IV in Accounting (2026)