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George Sagala

Name:                         George Sagala

Name of the Firm:    Goal Advisory (A) Limited

Position:                    Associate Director

Nationality:               Kenyan

 

George is a holder of a master’s degree in business administration (MBA Finance) from University of Nairobi.  He is also a graduate of Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Nairobi. He is also a practicing accountant and a holder of CPA (K) qualification and member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.

He has a wealth of experience in Business and Strategy Formulation, Financial Management, Tax Planning, Audit & Assurance and Restructuring of Organizations. He previously worked in the banking industry in various positions. Currently he is the Managing Partner with Solomon George and Company. He is also an associate consultant with, Goal Advisory (A) Limited, Metropol East Africa Limited and Centre for Finance and Project Management.

           

Skills Profile and Capability Statement  

Professionally qualified accountant, holders of CPA (K) and also proficient in Pastel and Quick Books accounting packages, windows operating system, and Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access computer packages.  Has working experience as Chief Accountant with the Kenya Institute of Bankers where I have put in place sound internal control systems and structures that have facilitated proper financial management and control and currently Managing Partner Solomon George and Company Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.

 

QUALIFICATION PROFILE:

 

Academic Profile:

2001 – 2003:              Master of Business Administration (MBA Finance)

                                           University of Nairobi                

1996 – 1999:              Certified Public Accountant of Kenya CPA(K)

                                             KASNEB

1993 – 1997:               Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) - Second Class

                                           (Hons) University of Nairobi

 

TRAINING COURSES ATTENDED

  • Corporate Leadership Challenge Course by Outward Bound Trust of Kenya Limited.
  • 5th 6th & 7th East African Banking Schools by Tanzania Uganda & Kenya Institutes of Bankers respectively.
  • Understanding IFRS Workshop by ICPAK
  • ICPAK Annual Seminars

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Jan 2006 to Date:        Solomon George and Company: -  Managing Partner

Goal Advisory Africa Limited – Associate Director

  • Execution and implementation of corporate strategy
  • Identification of opportunities for expansion and development
  • Review and analyze policies
  • Public relations and enhancement of firm’s corporate image
  • Relationship management and networking with local and global business partners and stakeholders
  • Review audit reports
  • Review Tax files for clients
  • Sign audit reports for clients

 

July 2001-Dec 2005:    Kenya Institute of Bankers: -  Chief Accountant/Administrator

  • Investments management
  • Coordination of external audit.
  • Budgeting and Budgetary controls
  • Monitoring, analysis and management of cost with a view to rationalizing expenditure.
  • Identification and analysis of variances in the budget and recommend appropriate action to the management.
  • Authorize payment vouchers and local purchase orders.
  • Review Financial Statements progression.
  • Payroll preparation and administration.
  • Supervision of on the job training of support staff.
  • Preparation of the Strategic plan for the institute.
  • Organize quiz and essay competitions for the Financial. Services Industry.
  • Organize public lectures for members of the Institute.
  • Organize educational tours for members of the Institute.
  • Organize Sports competition for the Financial Services Industry.
  • Deputize the Executive Director.

 

Jan 1999 – June 2001:    Kenya Institute of Bankers: -  Accountant

  • Preparing Books of Accounts
  • Preparing Bank Reconciliations
  • Preparing Financial Statements
  • Preparation of Budgets
  • Payment vouchers preparation
  • Debtors and creditors reconciliation
  • Preparation of management and final accounts

 

Mar 1998 – Dec 1998:  Kenya Institute of Bankers: Registrar

  • Coordination of examination registration
  • Establish examination centers
  • Ensure correct examination papers are sent to the centers
  • Prepare registers for candidates sitting examination
  • Supervise provision of Library Services to members
  • Correspond with the London Institute on all aspects attaching on our members

MEMBERSHIP

Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)

RESPONSIBILITY PROFILE: 

Served as Chief Accountant/Administrator in-charge of the day to day administration of the office and the accountancy and finance functions of The Kenya Institute of Bankers. As a senior level manager of the institute, I have ensured the smooth running of the operations and timely release of the financial statements and report for support in decision making. I am also the Secretary to the Nairobi Local Centre of the Kenya Institute of Bankers charged with the administration of social and educational events for the Financial Services industry. 

 

CHARACTER TRAITS

  • Hardworking, dynamic and result oriented. Capable of working in challenging  
  • Environment. Has got good Communication, Interpersonal skills, and ability to get along with others besides possessing a high sense of responsibility.