Hillary W.
Senior Finance Manager
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Hillary W. is an accomplished Finance Manager with over a decade of hands-on experience in finance, accounting, and operations across the telecommunications, construction, and professional services industries. At Career Directions Limited, Hillary oversees financial management for six regions, specializing in financial reporting, payroll administration, and budgeting & forecasting. Responsibilities include the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring compliance with international accounting and tax regulations, and managing multinational finance teams. Hillary previously served as Finance and Operations Manager at Global Access Networks Limited, where they directed cross-department operations, audit processes, cash flow management, and project financial planning for major telecom projects in Kenya and South Sudan. Hillary’s expertise also includes receivables/payables management, compliance, and the implementation of automation to improve operational efficiency.
Experience
Finance Manager
CAREER DIRECTIONS LIMITED · 2025 — PresentManage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements across six regions. Ensure stakeholders receive timely financial reports while adhering to local regulations. Oversee cash flow management for operational requirements and perform regular financial analyses for informed decision-making. Supervise payroll preparation within regional compliance for both tax and human resource policies, guaranteeing timely and accurate payroll delivery. Coordinate annual budget and forecast preparation for each country, monitoring performance and advising on cost-saving opportunities. Ensure compliance with financial policies, international accounting standards, and tax regulations, while liaising with external auditors. Lead and develop country finance teams through mentorship and training programs.Finance And Operations Manager
GLOBAL ACCESS NETWORKS LIMITED · 2021 — 2024Facilitate communication between multiple departments, participating in procurement, working capital management, and logistics. Ensure business compliance with statutory policies within the telecommunications and construction industries, aligning internal controls with legal requirements. Chair weekly management meetings and lead the bidding process for telecommunication projects in Kenya and South Sudan. Track company revenue performance through analytical tools to support effective decisions and prepare financial reports for the board. Oversee payroll processing, manage cash flow to ensure timely invoicing and creditor payments, and control budget analysis throughout budget cycles.Finance Manager
null · 2019 — 2020Prepare accurate financial reports and support project managers for power and telecommunication projects. Manage VAT, PAYE, and income tax filings while also overseeing accounts payables. Approve company expenditures and perform bank reconciliations.Accountant
null · 2015 — 2018Maintain the company’s petty cash and record transactions in the QuickBooks accounting system. Assist in preparing project budgets and tax filings, as well as writing cheques.Audit Assistant
NJUE MUGO AND ASSOCIATES · 2015 — 2015Assist in the preparation of audited accounts and filing VAT returns for various companies while supporting audit activities for different clients.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in commerce (Finance)KCA University · 2015 — 2017
- Certificate of Public Accountancy (CPA-K)Dedan Kimathi University of Science and Technology · 2012 — 2014
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