Dennis Karigwa, Cpa
About Dennis Karigwa, Cpa
Dennis Karigwa is a Senior Manager of Finance Transformation at M-KOPA, where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in finance and technology, with experience in process automation and data analytics.
Work at M-KOPA
Dennis Karigwa serves as the Senior Manager of Finance Transformation at M-KOPA, a role he has held since 2023. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Nairobi County, Kenya. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing financial transformation initiatives within the organization, leveraging his extensive experience in finance and analytics.
Previous Experience
Before his current role, Dennis worked at M-KOPA as a Finance Analyst from 2019 to 2023. His career also includes a position at Branch International, where he served as a Finance Analyst from 2017 to 2019 and as a Junior Financial Analyst from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he contributed to the Accounting Students' Association at the University of Nairobi as Finance Secretary from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Dennis Karigwa studied at Strathmore University, where he completed a CPA certification in Accounting from 2014 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Nairobi, earned between 2012 and 2016. His educational background is complemented by a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education obtained from Maseno School from 2007 to 2010.
Technical Skills
Dennis possesses expertise in Microsoft Power Automate and low code application development, which supports his focus on process automation. He has a strong background in SQL and Python, enhancing his capabilities in data analytics and database management. His experience as a citizen developer allows him to create solutions that streamline business processes effectively.
Achievements in Financial Reporting
During his tenure at M-KOPA, Dennis successfully implemented and managed the Prophix reporting tool. This initiative significantly enhanced the financial reporting capabilities of the organization, showcasing his ability to drive improvements in financial processes.