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Thomas Nganu

Accounting Officer (Part time)

Thomas Nganu
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Experience

Aug 2024 - Present
1 year 7 months
Hilversum, Netherlands

Accounting Officer (Part time)

Stichting Hilversum One

  • Manage monthly close processes and GL reconciliations.
  • Prepare and review bank reconciliations, manage AP/AR, and oversee cash management.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for ongoing projects.
  • Prepare audit documentation in compliance with IFRS and Dutch GAAP.
  • Streamline AR/AP processes and document accounting policies to enhance efficiency.
Jan 2023 - Feb 2025
2 years 2 months
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Financial Administration Officer

INHOPE

  • Executed full-cycle accounting (AP/AR, intercompany, GL) and ensured month-end accuracy.
  • Supported external and internal audits by preparing reconciliations and PBC lists.
  • Collaborated with program teams to assess financial impacts of projects and budgets.
  • Managed VAT/ICP filings and payroll reconciliations in Exact Online.
  • Drove process improvements through ERP customization and Excel/Power BI automation.
  • Authored finance procedures and coordinated system enhancement initiatives.
Oct 2022 - Jun 2023
9 months
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Researcher – Digital Transformation Program

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

  • Researched ERP integration and finance process automation for digital transformation projects.
  • Delivered recommendations to improve accounting efficiency and data reliability.
  • Facilitated collaboration between technical and financial teams on reporting tools.
Apr 2017 - Sep 2019
2 years 6 months
Nairobi, Kenya

Financial Assistant

International Planned Parenthood Federation

  • Supported regional accounting operations and donor reporting under Oracle NetSuite.
  • Assisted in budget tracking, variance analysis, and audit preparation.
  • Conducted GL reconciliations and contributed to process improvement and ERP training.
Jun 2016 - Dec 2016
7 months
Nairobi, Kenya

Accounts Intern

National Hospital Insurance Fund

  • Performed AR reconciliations, invoice verification, and claims processing support.
  • Assisted finance team in audit preparation and reporting automation.

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Healthcare (3 years), Government and Administration (2 years), Media and Entertainment (1.5 years), Education (0.5 years), and Insurance (0.5 years).

Healthcare
Government and Administration
Media and Entertainment
Education
Insurance

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Accounting (6.5 years), Audit (6 years), Finance (6 years), and Research and Development (0.5 years).

Accounting
Audit
Finance
Research and Development

Summary

Analytical and detail-driven finance professional with 4+ years of experience in accounting, reporting, and internal controls across international organizations. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Exact Online) and passionate about leveraging data analytics and process automation to drive business insights and operational efficiency. Adept at collaborating across finance, audit, and IT functions to deliver accurate and value-adding management reporting.

Skills

  • Management Accounting & Reporting (Ifrs, Dutch Gaap)

  • Cost Center Accounting & Variance Analysis

  • Sap S, Oracle Netsuite, Exact Online

  • Data Preparation & Bi Tools (Power Bi, Excel Power Query, Sql, Tableau)

  • Financial Process Optimization & Digitalization

  • Internal Controls & Audit Support (Sox, Pcaob)

  • Vat & Eu Compliance

  • Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Cross-functional Project Collaboration

  • Sap

  • Oracle Netsuite

  • Exact Online

  • Microsoft Dynamics

  • Power Bi

  • Excel (Advanced)

  • Tableau

  • Sql

Languages

English
Advanced
Dutch
Intermediate

Education

Sep 2019 - Sep 2020

University of Liverpool

MSc, Economics & Finance · Economics & Finance · Liverpool, United Kingdom · Merit

Aug 2014 - May 2015

Kalamazoo College

Study Abroad Program, Economics · Economics · Kalamazoo, United States · GPA: 3.8/4.0

Sep 2012 - Jun 2016

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Arts, Economics (First Class Honours) · Economics · Nairobi, Kenya

Certifications & licenses

Business Intelligence & Data Analyst Program

CFI

Finance Training Program

Brainnest Consulting

CPA Part II

KASNEB

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Where is Thomas based?

Thomas is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

What languages does Thomas speak?

Thomas speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Dutch (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Thomas have?

Thomas has at least 6 years of experience. During this time, Thomas has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Thomas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Thomas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Thomas would be well-suited for roles such as: Accounting Officer (Part time), Financial Administration Officer, Researcher – Digital Transformation Program.

What is Thomas's latest experience?

Thomas's most recent position is Accounting Officer (Part time) at Stichting Hilversum One.

What companies has Thomas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Thomas has worked for Stichting Hilversum One, INHOPE, and Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.

Which industries is Thomas most experienced in?

Thomas is most experienced in industries like Healthcare, Government and Public Administration, Media, and Entertainment and Publishing. Thomas also has some experience in Education and Insurance.

Which business areas is Thomas most experienced in?

Thomas is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Audit, and Finance. Thomas also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Thomas worked in recently?

Thomas has recently worked in industries like Government and Public Administration, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Education.

Which business areas has Thomas worked in recently?

Thomas has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Audit.

What is Thomas's education?

Thomas holds a Master in Economics & Finance from University of Liverpool and a Bachelor in Economics from University of Nairobi.

Does Thomas have any certificates?

Thomas has 3 certificates. These include: Business Intelligence & Data Analyst Program, Finance Training Program, and CPA Part II.

What is the availability of Thomas?

Thomas is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Thomas?

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