Peter Kigotho
George Town, Grand Cayman
Summary
Dedicated financial professional with a history of meeting company goals through organized practices. Skilled in financial statement analysis and compliance regulations,
with a reputation for accuracy and high-quality results. Committed to ongoing professional development and excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT MANAGER 2 - Accounting Advisory Services
KPMG in the Cayman Islands
07.2023 - Current
- Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of accounting clients, specializing in offshore investment companies
- Collaborate closely with partners and senior management to provide essential support in day-to-day operations
- Actively engage in client development initiatives, expanding the client base and strengthening relationships
- Effectively supervise and mentor staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
AUDIT SUPERVISOR
KPMG in the Cayman Islands
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Lead and supervised audit engagements for Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds, and Fund of Funds clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and set policies
- Reviewed financial statements, analyzed investment valuations, and provided guidance on complex accounting issues
- Coordinated with fund administrators and investment managers to gather necessary information and ensure timely completion of audit engagements
- Trained and mentored junior team members, providing guidance on audit procedures and career development opportunities
- Managed client relationships, maintained regular communication, and provide value-added services to enhance client satisfaction.
AUDIT IN-CHARGE
KPMG - East Africa
09.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided the necessary insights to the audit team and being the go-to person for the complex accounting queries
- Involved in reporting and discussing findings with the management as well as the board at board audit committee meetings
- Identified compliance issues, process weaknesses and control deficiencies within the entity and proposed recommendations to address these findings
- Prepared audit team budgets and involved in suggesting audit approaches to improve efficiency in the audit teams which resulted in improved recoverability and profits realized from audit client.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce / Finance -
University of Nairobi
06.2018
Certified Public Accountant - CPA (K) -
Certification
06.2015
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Audit and compliance
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Strategic planning
- Advanced knowledge of IFRS, ISAs and US GAAP
Awards
In the CPA economics exam, I was recognized and awarded for being the third-best performing student in the country.
References
References available upon request
Timeline
ASSISTANT MANAGER 2 - Accounting Advisory Services
KPMG in the Cayman Islands
07.2023 - Current
AUDIT SUPERVISOR
KPMG in the Cayman Islands
01.2022 - 06.2023
AUDIT IN-CHARGE
KPMG - East Africa
09.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Commerce / Finance -
University of Nairobi
Certified Public Accountant - CPA (K) -
Certification