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Felistas N.

Nairobi, Kenya

$80/hr
5.0
15 jobs

When your business operates across borders, your accounting and tax obligations do not follow one rulebook. They follow several, and the cost of getting them wrong is not just a late fee. It is regulatory exposure across multiple jurisdictions, missed deductions, misclassified income, and financials that will not hold up when a bank, investor, or tax authority looks closely. I am CPA Felistas Njihia, a Senior Auditor and Financial Analyst with over 8 years of experience in cross-border accounting, international tax compliance, IFRS financial reporting, and audit. I work with founders, remote-first companies, e-commerce businesses, and foreign-owned entities that operate across the US, Canada, and Australia and need their books, tax filings, and financial statements built to withstand scrutiny in every jurisdiction they touch. My cross-border compliance work covers: Form 5472 and pro forma Form 1120 filings for foreign-owned US single-member LLCs treated as disregarded entities under IRC Section 6038A mandatory regardless of income or activity, with a $25,000 IRS penalty for non-compliance. US federal and state tax preparation, including Forms 1040-NR, 1120, and 1065 for non-resident owners and foreign-owned entities. Canadian tax compliance, including T1 and T2 filings, GST/HST reporting, and cross-border advisory for businesses operating on both sides of the US-Canada border. Australian bookkeeping and reporting, including BAS preparation, GST reconciliation, and Xero-based financial management for Australian entities. IFRS and US GAAP financial statements prepared for investors, lenders, and audit standards. Multi-currency and multi-entity reconciliations across QuickBooks Online and Xero. Full audit engagement management from planning through to final reporting for portfolios of up to 20 clients simultaneously. What separates me from most accountants on Upwork is audit-level judgment applied to every engagement, not just the ones that say "audit" in the title. I do not just post transactions. I review supporting documents. I assess risk and inconsistencies. I flag issues early. I close loops. I work as if your financials will be reviewed by tax authorities: IRS, CRA, ATO investors, banks, and regulators. Because across the clients I serve, they often are. My engagements are fixed-scope and fixed-fee wherever possible. You know what you are getting, what it costs, and when it is delivered. No hourly surprises. No scope creep. The tools I work in daily include QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Xero, Sage Intacct, Zoho Books, WaveApps, Hubdoc, Dext, ApprovalMax, and Bill for accounting and bookkeeping workflows. For audit engagements I work in CaseWare and AuditBoard. For financial reporting and analysis I use Microsoft Excel at an advanced level, Microsoft Power BI, and Tableau. For US tax preparation, I work with Drake Tax and TaxSlayer across individual and corporate filings, including Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1120, 1065, and 5472. For Canadian tax compliance, I use TaxCycle and ProFile for T1 personal, T2 corporate, T3, and GST/HST filings via CRA EFILE and NETFILE. For Australian compliance, I work with Xero Tax and LodgeiT for BAS preparation, GST reconciliation, and ATO lodgement, alongside MYOB for Australian entity bookkeeping. I am a certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and work comfortably across cloud-based, multi-currency, and multi-entity accounting environments used by remote-first and international businesses. If your business touches more than one country and you need your accounting, tax, and financial reporting handled with discipline, accuracy, and accountability across every jurisdiction it operates in, let us get to work.

  • Management Accounting
  • Accounting
  • AI Consulting
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Model
  • Budget Management
  • Tax Preparation
  • Business Consulting
  • Financial Audit
  • GAAP
  • Budget Proposal
  • Financial Reporting
  • Tax Return
  • Valuation
  • Certified Tax Preparer
  • Tax Planning & Advisory
  • QuickBooks Online
Lynn K.

Nairobi, Kenya

$5/hr
4.0
2 jobs

Hello, I am an accounting professional for 8 years now. I have had the pleasure of working for Kenya Airways as an Accountant in the Treasury Department doing bookkeeping and account reconciliations for multiple currencies. Furthermore I have engaged in assistance of my previous superiors to improve processes through financial audit inquiry resolution and engaged in trainings that improved my skills that make me fit for the current position. I am proficient in - Account Reconciliation - Accounting/ Bookkeeping - Payroll Management - Account Receivable/Payable - Ms Excel, Word and powerpoint I am a very methodical person who enjoys working with numbers and calculating finances and hopefully providing data and information that effectively improves the management processes and increases the bottom-line. I am organized and thorough, I pay great attention to detail and I like to work in a very organized and structured manner. I am keen to continue learning and would be pleased to do further accountancy and finance qualifications as applicable to my role. Services I offer 1. Performing Financial Reconciliation on accounts 2.Bookkeeping(Xero, MYoB, Quickbooks, Wave, Oracle Erp) Accounts payable, receipting, Banking and all GL inputs. 3.Preparation of final accounts for your business Balance sheet/Profit and Loss 4. Data entry work and presentation in powerpoint, excel or word Thanks and I hope to engage, Lynn Kibe

  • Management Accounting
  • Accounting Basics
  • Management Skills
  • Business Management
  • Accounting
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Fraud Detection
  • Administrative Support
  • Project Accounting
  • Project Budget
  • Project Finance
  • Finance & Accounting
Gladys M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$35/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Hello Potential Client, Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I’m a results-driven Financial Accountant and Data Operations Analyst with 8 years of experience supporting finance and data functions for multinational companies, SaaS organizations, and fast-paced startups. I specialize in streamlining AP/AR, invoice processing, VAT tracking, reconciliations, and audit support, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in every task. I handle accounts payable and receivable, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, and manage month-end, quarterly, and year-end close activities. My experience extends to employee reimbursements, vendor payments, and client billings, as well as cash flow management, forecasting, and regulatory compliance, including VAT, 401(k), and U.S. state sales tax filings. Within Data Operations, I’ve supported financial reporting and analytics by reconciling transaction data, validating system accuracy, and creating ad-hoc reports that transform complex financial information into actionable insights for decision-making. I’ve worked with global teams across EMEA, LATAM, and the U.S., using ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero, Acumatica, and Sage. Tools: 1. Data & Reporting: Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI, Tableau, SQL 2. Financial Operations: Coupa, Expensify, Concur, Bill.com, Stripe, Salesforce 3. Collaboration: Slack, Trello, ClickUp, Asana, Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams 4. Data Ops & Automation: Airtable, Monday.com, Notion, Zapier

  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Expense Reporting
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Sales Tax
  • Email Management
  • Canva
  • Customer Service
  • Personal Finance
  • Budget Management
  • Trend Analysis
Maureen Kinya G.

Nairobi, Kenya

$12/hr
5.0
7 jobs

I bring over a 5 years of bookkeeping expertise primarily with small to mid-sized companies as well as multinationals. Additionally, I have collaborated with numerous large international clients across telecommunications, education, construction, travel, e-commerce, and IT industries. My skills encompass transaction entry, reconciliation, financial report preparation, and overseeing accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and cash management. I am proficient in various software tools including QuickBooks, Xero, Netsuites, E-conomic, Excel, Gusto, 2X, and other specialized applications used in bookkeeping. I am highly adept with technology and quick to grasp new processes and software. My objective is to empower clients by allowing them to concentrate on fostering growth and maximizing profitability with their valuable resources and time. I excel at - Comprehensive bank reconciliation - Accurate recording of daily income and expenses - Reconciliation of credit cards, PayPal, and bank accounts - Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes - Efficient handling of sales invoices, bills, and purchase orders - Customized generation of profitability and financial position reports - Flexibility to accommodate specific managerial requirements Thank you, Maureen.

  • Accounting
  • Transaction Data Entry
  • Oracle NetSuite
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Google Sheets
  • Financial Modeling
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Xero
  • Light Bookkeeping
  • Financial Accounting
  • Wave Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
  • Tax Return
  • Tax Law Compliance
Isaac W.

Nairobi, Kenya

$50/hr
5.0
2 jobs

WHO I AM Finance, Audit & Risk Consultant | Fractional CFO | Donor Fund Compliance 🎓 ACCA Fellow | MBA (Finance) | IPSAS Certified | Sage Certified Advisor With over 20 years of experience, I provide strategic financial leadership combined with audit and assurance expertise. I help organizations strengthen financial controls, manage risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory and donor requirements. 🔹 WHAT I DO ✅ Cashflow & Financial Reporting 1. Weekly cash flow forecasting & liquidity analysis 2. Monthly P&L reporting with variance and KPI insights 4. Budgeting, planning, and strategic financial advice ✅ Audit & Assurance Services 1. Internal & Statutory audit planning and execution 2. Risk-based assurance reviews 3. Control testing (ICFR, RCSA) and compliance assessments 4. Preparation for external audits and regulatory inspections ✅ Internal Controls & Risk Advisory 1. COSO-aligned control design and walkthroughs 2. Risk and Control Self-Assessment facilitation and Key Risk Indicator (KRI) dashboards 3. Governance and compliance frameworks ✅ Donor Funded Projects & Public Financial Management 1. Extensive experience with World Bank, AfDB, EU Funded projects 2. IPSAS implementation and donor compliance reporting 3. Budget monitoring, variance analysis, and audit support 🔹 WHO I SERVE Startups, NGOs, SMEs, donor-funded projects, and public entities looking for comprehensive finance, audit, and risk solutions. 💼 Tools: Excel | Power BI | Sage | QuickBooks Online | Google Sheets 📩 Ready to help you achieve financial clarity, control, and compliance.

  • Tax Preparation
  • Financial Audit
  • Financial Analysis
  • Bookkeeping
  • Company Valuation
  • Equity Valuation
  • Internal Auditing
  • Economic Analysis
  • AccountAbility
Maureen M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Expert Bookkeeper | QuickBooks Online | Financial Management & NGO Accounting Overview: Are you looking for an experienced Bookkeeper and Finance Professional with proven expertise in QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Cleanup, and Full-Charge Bookkeeping? I bring over 7 years of hands-on experience in financial management, accounting, donor compliance, and ERP systems within NGO and corporate environments. My focus is on delivering accurate, efficient, and tailored bookkeeping solutions that keep your books organized, audit-ready, and compliant—whether for small businesses, nonprofits, or entrepreneurs. What I Offer: 📘 Day-to-Day Bookkeeping Accurate transaction recording and categorization in QuickBooks Online Organized ledgers and error-free reporting Regular cleanup for financial clarity 💳 Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation Monthly reconciliations with precision Quick resolution of discrepancies Historical cleanup for prior-period errors 🧾 Accounts Receivable & Payable Efficient invoicing, billing, and vendor payments AR/AP cleanup for audit-ready records ⚙ QuickBooks Setup & Cleanup Customized QuickBooks Online setup Chart of accounts optimization Historical data cleanup and reconciliation 💼 Payroll & Compliance Payroll processing and reconciliations Tax compliance, 1099 preparation, and reporting Sales tax tracking and filing 📊 Month-End & Year-End Closing Complete reconciliations for closing periods Generate P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports Prepare books for CPA review Tools & Platforms: QuickBooks Online/Desktop | Xero | Wave | Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Navision) | Gusto | ADP | Bill.com | Excel | Google Sheets Industries Served: Nonprofits & NGOs | E-commerce | Real Estate | Construction | Marketing Agencies | Healthcare | Legal Firms | SaaS & Tech Startups 🌟 Why Choose Me: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Master’s in Finance Experienced in donor compliance, budgeting, and financial reporting Reliable, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

  • Microsoft Office
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Data Mining
  • Administrative Support

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