JOHN KENYI SILLION

Accountant & Internal Auditor

Juba, SS.

About

A highly analytical and results-driven Accountant and Internal Auditor with 8+ years of experience in financial management, compliance, and risk mitigation across corporate and non-profit sectors. Proven ability to prepare accurate financial statements, optimize internal controls, and ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards, leveraging expertise in advanced Excel and cloud-based accounting platforms to drive financial integrity and strategic decision-making.

Work

Bibi's Empire (Twin Towers Luxury Apartments)

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Accountant

Juba, Juba, South Sudan

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Summary

Managed comprehensive financial operations, including transaction recording, accounts management, and financial reporting, for a luxury apartment complex.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive financial transactions, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and financial integrity.

Prepared and published accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow reports) to support strategic decision-making.

Ensured 100% compliance with local, provincial, and federal tax regulations by accurately computing taxes and preparing timely tax returns.

Storm Africa

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Internal Auditor

Juba, Juba, South Sudan

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Summary

Conducted internal audits and risk assessments to enhance financial controls, operational efficiency, and regulatory adherence within a dynamic organization.

Highlights

Identified and evaluated financial and operational risks, strengthening internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure operational resilience.

Ensured strict adherence to federal, state, local laws, and internal policies, mitigating compliance risks across all operations.

Presented objective audit findings and actionable recommendations to upper management, influencing strategic improvements in processes and controls.

Reviewed and optimized business processes, contributing to enhanced efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Authored detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations, presenting findings to management and the audit committee to drive continuous improvement.

Premiere Urgency International (PUI)

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Finance and Admin Assistant

Juba, Juba, South Sudan

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Summary

Supported finance and administrative operations, ensuring proper financial documentation, compliance, and efficient cash management for an international organization.

Highlights

Processed payment requests, verifying proper authorization and budget coding for all transactions, ensuring financial accountability.

Managed daily cash counts, recorded ledger transactions, and reconciled bank/cash books, maintaining accurate financial records and secure cash floats.

Ensured strict adherence to organizational finance policies and donor guidelines, upholding financial integrity and compliance.

Assisted the Finance Officer in data upload, bank reconciliations, and audit documentation, supporting timely and accurate financial reporting.

Managed staff advances and travel floats, ensuring comprehensive documentation and successful recovery of funds.

IDIAA Chartered & Certified Accountants

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Auditor

Juba, Juba, South Sudan

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Summary

Conducted auditing operations for diverse clients, assessing financial data, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to provide strategic recommendations.

Highlights

Designed and executed auditing operations by thoroughly understanding client business models, industry specifics, and associated risks.

Inspected accounting records, analyzed financial data, and tested internal systems to verify accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.

Determined organizational adherence to regulatory standards, internal guidelines, and legal obligations, ensuring full compliance.

Documented audit findings, identifying systematic errors and potential fraud indicators, and provided actionable recommendations for improvement.

Presented comprehensive audit results to management, shareholders, and governing bodies, facilitating informed strategic decision-making.

South Sudan Red Cross (SSRC)

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Finance Officer

Juba, Juba, South Sudan

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Summary

Managed financial statements, budgets, payroll, and compliance, ensuring robust financial control for a non-profit organization.

Highlights

Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and conducted variance analysis, comparing actual expenditure against budgets to inform financial strategy.

Managed general ledgers, processed payroll, handled invoicing, performed daily bank reconciliations, and maintained petty cash records, ensuring financial accuracy.

Collaborated with leadership to establish budgets and predict future cash flows, supporting strategic financial planning.

Enforced strict adherence to national laws, donor requirements, and internal financial controls, maintaining organizational integrity and compliance.

Identified and mitigated financial risks through mathematical modeling, enhancing financial stability and foresight.

Education

Cavendish University Uganda (CUU)

Kampala, Uganda
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Bachelor Degree Banking & Finance

Languages

English

Skills

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Income Statements, Cash Flow Statements, Balance Sheets, Financial Metrics Analysis, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Cash Flow Prediction, Mathematical Modeling, Financial Discrepancy Identification, Accurate Record Keeping.

Software & Systems

Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Cloud-based Accounting Platforms.

Compliance & Audit

Tax Principles, Legal Compliance, Internal Auditing, Financial Risk Assessment, Internal Controls, Regulatory Adherence, Federal, State, Local Laws, Internal Policies, Donor Guidelines, Fraud Investigation.

Financial Management

Financial Transaction Recording, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, Tax Computation, Tax Returns, Payment Processing, Cash Management, General Ledger Management, Payroll Processing, Invoicing Procedures, Petty Cash Management, Staff Advances Management, Travel Floats.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

Complex Financial Concept Explanation, Analytical Thinking, Formal Reporting, Presentations to Management, Audit Findings Presentation, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulatory Body Communication.

References

David Nicholas

Bibi's Empire (Twins Tower Luxury Apartments), Mobile: +211920838300, davidnicholasbatepio@gmail.com

Taban Andrew John

Premier Urgency International (PUI), tabanandrew@yahoo.com, Mobile: +211927688592

Maria Amjuma

South Sudan Red Cross (SSRC), mariadovolo2020@gmail.com, Mobile: +211924999720