RUTH OTOLO
Waltham Cross,Hertfordshire
Summary
Accomplished professional adept at financial analysis, risk assessment, and effective client liaison. Expertise in Microsoft Office applications as well as proficiency in accounting systems such as Oracle and Xero. Demonstrates strong capabilities in audit software like Caseware, IRIS Open Audit, and MyWorkpapers. Known for exceptional communication and presentation skills. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive organisational success and achieve career growth
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Audit Senior to Assistant Manager
Crowe UK LLP
London
01.2022 - Current
- Auditing of financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, and UK GAAP.
- Planning of audit assignments through to completion.
- Managing a portfolio of five clients with total fees up to £100k, and assisting in the supervision of three medium to larger audits, each exceeding fees of £100k.
- Utilisation of Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and presentation of data.
- Presentation of audit findings to client management
- Utilised advanced auditing software tools including Caseware for efficient data analysis and reporting.
- Reviewed financial statements for compliance with accounting standards.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues, facilitating smooth completion of complex audits.
Audit Senior to Associate Manager
Parker Randall Eastern Africa
, Kenya
10.2015 - 12.2021
- Auditing of financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards
- Utilisation of Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting and presentation of data
- Presentation of audit findings to client boards and management in external audit roles
- Training of team members on audit procedures
- Proposal writing and presentation to potential clients
- Proficient in IRIS and Myworkpapers audit software to document and perform audits.
- Prepared concise audit reports to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
- Supported successful planning, execution and finalisation of statutory audits.
- Increased effectiveness and efficiency of audit by completing detailed, accurate working papers.
Finance Assistant
DHL UK Trade Team
Enfield, London, UK
12.2010 - 10.2015
- Finance business partner responsible for the South East England region covering 5 sites
- Performed financial processes including raising purchase requisitions, preparing weekly performance forecasts, raising billing information for key customer and compiling monthly payroll information
- Posting monthly accrual and prepayment journals
- Performed month end and year end close on financial reports for 5 sites
- Point of contact for internal and external audit for South East England Region
- Liaise with different departments to gather and produce financial information
- Monthly reporting and presentation of financial position to departmental and site heads
- Involved in budget setting process for South East England region
- Knowledge and application of Microsoft Excel to analyse data and prepare management reports.
Education
Msc Professional Accountancy - Accountancy
University of London
Member - undefined
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
BA Accounting and Management - undefined
University of Reading
Skills
- Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Accounting Systems - Oracle, Xero
- Audit Software, Caseware, IRIS Open Audit, MyWorkpapers
- Communication and presentation skills
- Financial analysis
- Risk assessment
- Effective client liaison
Custom
Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Personal Information
Nationality: United Kingdom
Timeline
Audit Senior to Assistant Manager
Crowe UK LLP
01.2022 - Current
Audit Senior to Associate Manager
Parker Randall Eastern Africa
10.2015 - 12.2021
Finance Assistant
DHL UK Trade Team
12.2010 - 10.2015
Member - undefined
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
BA Accounting and Management - undefined
University of Reading
Msc Professional Accountancy - Accountancy
University of London
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