esabulaurah
About Candidate
I am Esabu Laurah — a finance and accounting professional with a heart for numbers and a mind for business.
My path into accounting was not conventional. I started in customer service, but my curiosity and passion for finance kept pulling me in one direction. I followed that pull, transitioned into accounting, and have never looked back. Today I bring hands-on experience in invoicing, reconciliations, budget monitoring, and financial reporting — and I am building on that foundation every day through my ongoing ACCA studies.
What makes me a little different is that I do not just study finance — I live it. As the founder of Taurah Agencies, I understand firsthand what sound financial management means for a business. That real-world perspective shapes how I think, how I work, and how seriously I take every number I encounter.
I am currently navigating the job market with a clear sense of purpose — seeking opportunities where I can grow, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a team that values both excellence and integrity. I am not just looking for a job; I am building a career, and I am deeply committed to becoming the best finance professional I can be.
Location
Education
Currently pursuing ACCA through evening classes
Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurship from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), providing a strong foundation in business management, accounting and finance, marketing, entrepreneurship, strategic planning, and business development. The program developed my skills in financial analysis, business operations, problem-solving, and identifying and evaluating business opportunities
Work & Experience
Processed and verified supplier invoices in Tally ERP, ensuring accurate coding and compliance with company financial controls.
Prepared supplier payment schedules, processed and printed payment cheques, and coordinated approvals with management, maintaining complete supporting documentation.
Performed monthly bank and petty cash reconciliations, correcting discrepancies to keep accurate financial records.
Supported month-end close by reconciling accounts, tracking accruals, and maintaining supporting schedules in compliance with GAAP.
Prepared employee tax returns and processed VAT and Withholding Tax remittances in compliance with Kenya Revenue Authority regulations.
Assisted in monitoring financial transactions and reviewing supporting documentation to support internal audits and financial reporting.
Resolved escalated customer questions, orders, and returns, maintaining client satisfaction and supporting revenue operations.
Maintained accounts payable and receivable records, monitored outstanding balances, and managed petty cash transactions.
Maintained organized filing systems and provided clerical support to the accounts department
