<span>CPA Abraham Kagwima</span>
Director

CPA Abraham Kagwima

Director, Corporate Services

Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute
 
Finance Professional
CPA | MBA (Finance)
 
Financial Management & Business Administration
ERP Systems • Project Accounting • Resource Allocation • ISO Certification
 

20+ Years Senior-Level Finance Experience

 
Professional Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPAK) – Member No. 2954
Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) – Registration No. 42415
Academic Qualifications
Masters in Business Administration (MBA) – Finance
Bachelor of Science – IBA (Finance & Accounting)
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Core Competencies
Financial Management • Revenue & Costs Management • Negotiation • Cross-Cultural Leadership • Strategic Planning • Stakeholder Relations
Leadership Focus: Driving financial excellence and operational efficiency through strategic resource allocation, integrated systems implementation, and decisive leadership that translates organizational objectives into actionable plans.
 

CPA Abraham John Kagwima is a Finance and Business Administration professional with strong financial management and accounting skills and over 20 years of track record in revenue and costs management at senior level in large organizations. He is progressive, decisive, and a skilled negotiator, valued for providing decisive leadership to cross-cultural teams and translating departmental and organizational objectives into actionable plans.

CPA Kagwima is keen on cultivating and maintaining good relations with executives, staff, stakeholders, and strategic partners. His professional approach combines technical financial expertise with strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across all levels of an organization.

His comprehensive skill set spans financial management, business administration, human resources, and quality management systems, making him a versatile leader capable of driving organizational transformation and sustainable growth.

 
Core Achievements & Expertise
Implementation of Integrated Computerized Systems (ERP) Projects Management & Accounting Cash Flows Management Investments & Resource Allocation Human Resources & Customer Relations Fund Raising, Acquisition & Assets Management Business Start-up & Growth ISO 9001:2008/2015 Systems Certification ISO/IEC 17025:2017 System Implementation
 
Leadership & Management Capabilities
  • Decisive Leadership – Proven ability to provide clear direction and make informed decisions that drive organizational success
  • Cross-Cultural Team Leadership – Experienced in leading diverse teams across cultural boundaries to achieve common objectives
  • Strategic Translation – Skilled at converting departmental and organizational goals into practical, actionable implementation plans
  • Stakeholder Relations – Adept at cultivating and maintaining productive relationships with executives, staff, stakeholders, and strategic partners
  • Negotiation Expertise – Strong negotiator with a track record of securing favorable outcomes for organizational interests
 
Quality Management & Systems Implementation
ERP Implementation – Successfully led the implementation of integrated computerized systems (ERP) to streamline financial management and operational processes.
ISO 9001:2008/2015 Certification – Expert in Quality Management Systems, having led organizations through successful ISO 9001 certification processes.
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Implementation – Experienced in implementing laboratory quality management systems to international standards for testing and calibration laboratories.
CPA Abraham John Kagwima brings exceptional financial management expertise, strategic leadership, and quality systems implementation experience to his roles. His proven track record in revenue and cost management, ERP implementation, and ISO certification makes him a valuable asset for any organization seeking to enhance financial performance, operational efficiency, and quality assurance standards.