Douglas Kizito, ACCA
Hamilton,Bermuda
Summary
Results-driven Senior Associate with extensive experience at KPMG Bermuda, specializing in auditing financial statements for financial services clients. Recognized for exceptional project management and client relationship skills, consistently leading teams to surpass audit objectives. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a strong focus on enhancing efficiency and reliability in financial reporting. Dedicated to continued professional growth within the finance and accounting sector.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Associate, Insurance
KPMG Bermuda
Hamilton
08.2023 - Current
- Testing internal controls to assess whether they are operating effectively, and to recommend any noted areas of improvement.
- Taking ownership of audit file completion and explaining engagement economics.
- First-level review of audit associates' working papers.
- Communicating with clients and team members on a timely basis throughout the audit process.
- Examining financial statements for consistency, reasonableness, and alignment with applicable accounting standards (i.e., IFRS, GAAP).
- Engaging in business development by identifying opportunities and fostering client relationships.
- Scheduling and chairing progress meetings with client management.
- Monitoring engagement progress, addressing risks, and adhering to budgets.
- Communicating with clients and team members effectively throughout the audit process.
- Engaging in business development by identifying opportunities and fostering client relationships.
- Participating in digital and technological initiatives to meet business needs.
Senior Associate, Financial Services
PwC Middle East
Dubai
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked varied hours to meet seasonal and business needs.
- Scheduled and chaired team as well as client progress meetings.
- Trained and supported team members, maintaining a culture of collaboration.
- Drafted and reviewed audit reports for submission to shareholders and other stakeholders.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on qualifications, and skill sets.
- Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement.
- Served as a liaison, facilitating communication between client management and other team members.
- Appraised the team members on their performance.
Finance Accountant (Volunteer)
KPMG staff SACCO
Kampala
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing them to bank account statements each month
- Tracked over 140 member savings balances and over 80 loan balances, and reconciled related amounts to maintain high accuracy
- Produced timely and accurate financial and progress reports and submitted them for consideration during the key decision-making process
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies
- Led daily general ledger entries, using double-entry accounting method and check backs
- Trained 6 employees on the use of the accounting system, established practices, and accounting protocols to eliminate workflow snarls and tracking concerns
Audit Associate
KPMG East Africa
Kampala
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Worked varied hours to meet seasonal and business needs
- Achieved client satisfaction and loyalty by establishing collaborative relationships and facilitating needs assessment
- Served as a liaison, facilitating communication between management and other audit team members
- Promptly mediated disputes between associates to promote better collaboration and avoid work disruption
- Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations
- Followed up to assess and report corrective action completion or progress
- Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues
- Performed strategic planning, execution, and finalization of over 20 audits
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland01-2026
Advanced Diploma in Accounting And Business - Accounting and Finance
ACCA
UK10-2020
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Geoscience and Production
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda01.2018
Skills
- Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Project Management
- Computer competencies
- Organizational skills
- Bookkeeping
- Team supervision
Clients
Some of my clients include the following:
- Everen Limited - Insurance
- Everen Specialty Limited - Insurance
- OCIL Specialty Limited - Insurance
- Fulton Investment Trust - Fund
- National Bank of Fujairah - Banking
- Central Bank of Uganda - Banking
Software competence
- Microsoft Office applications - Excellent
- Google Workspace - Excellent
- Alteryx competence - Good
- IDEA Data Analysis Software - Good
- KPMG Clara - Excellent
- PwC Aura - Excellent
Certification
ACCA
Associate in Reinsurance (ARE)*
*Expected completion - June 2025
References
- Allan Nyamutale, Audit Manager, KPMG Bermuda, 4 Par-La-Ville Rd, Hamilton, Bermuda, allannyamutale@kpmg.bm, +1 441 294 2629
- Edgar Atukunda, Audit Manager, KPMG Bermuda, 4 Par-La-Ville Rd, Hamilton, Bermuda, edgaratukunda@kpmg.bm, +1 441 294 0768
- Michael Onen, Audit Manager, KPMG Bermuda, 4 Par-La-Ville Rd, Hamilton, Bermuda, monen@kpmg.bm, +1441 514 2990
Timeline
Senior Associate, Insurance
KPMG Bermuda
08.2023 - Current
Senior Associate, Financial Services
PwC Middle East
03.2022 - 08.2023
Finance Accountant (Volunteer)
KPMG staff SACCO
08.2020 - 08.2022
Audit Associate
KPMG East Africa
08.2018 - 02.2022
MBA - Business Administration
Heriot-Watt University
Advanced Diploma in Accounting And Business - Accounting and Finance
ACCA
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Geoscience and Production
Makerere University
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